Story byMason Riney, Buccaneers WireFri, January 23, 2026 at 8:50 PM UTC·1 min readThe East-West Shrine Bowl is one of the most important evaluation events on the NFL Draft calendar, offering scouts an extended look at draft-eligible prospects in a professional-style environment. Founded in 1925, the Shrine Bowl is the nation's longest-running college all-star game and serves as a key step in the pre-draft process for hundreds of NFL hopefuls each year. Beyond football, the game supports Shriners Children’s, helping fund specialized medical care for children regardless of a family’s ability to pay. Players, coaches, and staff spend the week learning about the organization’s mission, making the event unique among draft showcases. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementShrine Bowl week takes place in Frisco, Texas, with practices and the game held at The Star.
