Overview
- Bret Michaels, a Western Pennsylvania native and Poison frontman, was confirmed Thursday to perform during the NFL Draft in Pittsburgh.
- He is slated for a four-song set on the Draft Theater stage outside Acrisure Stadium ahead of rounds two and three, according to USA TODAY.
- Michaels will share the stage with fellow Pittsburgh native Wiz Khalifa for a special mashup that includes a "Sweet Home Pennsylvania" take on "Sweet Home Alabama."
- The NFL plans to include the performances, including Kane Brown’s closing set, in coverage on NFL Network, ABC, ESPN, ESPN Deportes, and NFL+, as reported by USA TODAY.
- Beyond the music, Michaels will join Draft week activities and is expected to help announce a later-round Pittsburgh Steelers selection, USA TODAY reported.