You can watch the 2025 NFL Draft live through several TV channels and streaming platforms:
- Television Broadcasts: The draft will be broadcast on ABC, ESPN, ESPN2, and NFL Network across all three days. ABC offers free over-the-air access if you have an antenna
- Streaming Options:
- Watch live streaming on the NFL streaming hub, ESPN app, NFL app, and ESPN+ (requires a TV subscription including ESPN or NFL Network)
* NFL+ subscription offers streaming access as well
* Cord-cutters can use live TV streaming services like Fubo TV, which may offer free trials
* The Pat McAfee Show will cover the first round live on YouTube and TikTok
- Schedule (Eastern Time):
- April 24: Round 1 starts at 8 p.m. on ABC, ESPN, and NFL Network.
- April 25: Rounds 2-3 start at 7 p.m. on ABC, ESPN2, and NFL Network.
- April 26: Rounds 4-7 start at noon on ABC, ESPN, and NFL Network
For a more analytical or alternative viewing experience, some fans recommend checking independent streams or YouTube channels like The Athletic’s draft coverage, which avoid spoilers and offer in-depth player analysis
. In summary, the draft is widely accessible on major sports networks and their streaming apps, with free options on ABC and paid streaming through NFL+ and ESPN+ for the full experience.
