NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell said Charlotte’s downtown redevelopment and the city’s growth make it a strong candidate for hosting future major events, including potentially the Super Bowl, while also noting the NFL Draft could be a more immediate fit given its current scale and global reach. The next two NFL Draft sites are Washington, D.C. in 2027 and Minneapolis in 2028, with discussions about a Charlotte-hosted draft centered on 2030 after planned stadium renovations are completed. Panthers officials confirm renovations to Bank of America Stadium will wrap by 2030, a timeline that aligns with opening the door to hosting a draft and potentially a Super Bowl later. However, Goodell acknowledged Charlotte still faces challenges for a Super Bowl, notably a shortage of hotel rooms and related infrastructure. Overall, Charlotte’s improved stadium and city profile have drawn renewed interest from league leadership, suggesting a path toward hosting major events in the future as the city continues to grow.