2026 NFL Draft TV and Streaming Options: How to Watch All Three Days Live

The 2026 NFL Draft will be held in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, from Thursday, April 23 through Saturday, April 25, marking the first time the event has returned to the city since 1948. The draft will take place at Point State Park and Acrisure Stadium, home of the Pittsburgh Steelers and will be the 91st edition of the annual player selection process.

Coverage of the draft will be available across multiple television and streaming platforms. ABC, ESPN, ESPN2, ESPN Deportes, and NFL Network will all broadcast the event live, ensuring wide access for fans nationwide. Streaming options include the NFL app, NFL.com/watch, NFL+, Disney+, and ESPN digital properties, with authentication required for participating providers.

Draft Schedule by Round

The 2026 NFL Draft will follow a three-day format with adjusted timing for the first round. On Thursday, April 23, Round 1 will begin at 8 p.m. ET, with teams now having eight minutes between selections — a reduction from the previous 10-minute interval. Rounds 2 and 3 will take place on Friday, April 24, starting at 7 p.m. ET. The final days of the draft, Rounds 4 through 7, will occur on Saturday, April 25, beginning at 12 p.m. ET.

How to Watch and Stream

• NFL Network: Will provide live on-location coverage for the 20th consecutive year. Streaming is available via the NFL app, NFL.com/watch, and NFL+ for subscribers of participating providers.
• ABC and ESPN: ESPN enters its 47th consecutive year broadcasting the draft. On Thursday and Friday, distinct telecasts will air on each network, followed by a Saturday simulcast of ESPN’s presentation on ABC. The draft will also stream live on Disney+ and ESPN digital platforms.
• ESPN2 and ESPN Deportes: Will carry additional coverage throughout the event, ensuring Spanish-language accessibility and extended analysis.

Viewing Experience and Access

Fans can access the draft through a variety of platforms, including traditional TV providers and cord-cutting services. The NFL app and website offer live streams for authenticated users, while NFL+ Premium provides mobile access to live games, NFL RedZone, and draft coverage. A limited-time promotion offers 40% off an annual NFL+ Premium plan for those looking to stream the draft and prepare for the 2026 season.

Local market coverage will also be available, with affiliates such as WKRN News 2 in Nashville carrying the ABC broadcast. Titans Radio and other regional sports networks will provide audio updates and programming throughout the draft weekend, including Titans Radio’s broadcast from 6-9 p.m. CDT on Thursday and Friday, and hourly updates on Saturday from 10 a.m. To 4 p.m. CDT.

Draft Order and Significance

The 2026 NFL Draft order is set, with the Las Vegas Raiders holding the No. 1 overall pick and the Seattle Seahawks selecting final in Round 1 at No. 32. The first round features notable prospects including Jeremiyah Love, described by Notre Dame head coach Marcus Freeman as “as talented, gifted, good a player as I’ve been around,” with potential to excel as a running back, wide receiver, or defensive back.

This year’s draft introduces a modified pacing strategy for Round 1, aiming to increase momentum and viewer engagement. While the change affects only the opening round, the rest of the draft maintains its traditional timing. The return to Pittsburgh adds historical significance, bringing the event back to a city with deep NFL roots after a 78-year absence.