You can watch the 2025 NFL Draft through several TV channels and streaming platforms:
- TV Broadcast: The draft will be aired on ABC, ESPN, ESPN2, and the NFL Network. Round 1 starts Thursday, April 24 at 8 p.m. ET on ABC, ESPN, and NFL Network. Rounds 2-3 air Friday on ABC, ESPN2, and NFL Network starting at 7 p.m. ET. Rounds 4-7 air Saturday on ABC, ESPN, and NFL Network starting at noon ET
- Streaming: You can stream the draft live on ESPN app, NFL Mobile app, WatchESPN, or NFL.com, but you need a TV subscription that includes ESPN or NFL Network to access these streams
- NFL Plus: The draft is also available on NFL Plus streaming service starting at $7/month, accessible on most devices
- For cord-cutters, live TV streaming services like Sling TV, DirecTV, and Fubo offer packages including ESPN and NFL Network for streaming the draft
- International viewers in the UK can watch via DAZN's NFL Game Pass International or Sky Sports
- Additionally, some YouTube channels like The Athletic, Bootleg Football, and Chatsports provide live draft coverage and analysis
In summary, the main official ways to watch the NFL Draft live are through ABC, ESPN, NFL Network on TV, or their associated streaming apps with a subscription, plus NFL Plus and various streaming services. Alternative coverage with analysis is available on YouTube channels dedicated to draft content
