The NFL Network is on channel 212 on DirecTV. It is available in standard definition (SD) as channel 212 SD and also in high definition (HD) as channel 212 HD. To access NFL Network on DirecTV, you need to have the DirecTV Sports Pack or the DIRECTV Signature CHOICE™ Package or above. Additionally, there is an NFL Network Alternate channel also on channel 212 SD, often referred to as channel 212-1, which occasionally provides additional game coverage but is not a 24/7 sports network. So, for watching NFL Network on DirecTV, tune to channel 212.
