The future of the NFL is here as the 2025 NFL Draft airs live from Green Bay, Wisconsin. The Tennessee Titans are on the clock with the first selection during the three-day event.
Throughout NFL Draft Weekend 2025, over 250,00 people are expected to attend the festivities in and around Lambeau Field. Many prospects will be in attendance to hear their name called by NFL commissioner Roger Goodell. Notable players who will make the trip to Titletown include 2025 Heisman Winner CB/WR Travis Hunter (Colorado), EDGE Abdul Carter (Penn State), RB Ashton Jeanty (Boise State), projects No. 1 overall pick QB Cam Ward (Miami), DT Mason Graham (Michigan), WR Matthew Golden (Texas), among others.
Fans can expect trades throughout the draft as teams look to solidify their futures. Here’s how to watch Round 1 of the 2025 NFL Draft.
When to Watch
First Round (Thursday, April 25)
- Time: 8:00 PM ET
- Channel(s): ABC, ESPN, NFL Network
- Stream: DIRECTV, Fubo, Sling TV, Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, or NFL+
How to Watch the 2025 NFL Draft Live Without Cable TV
NFL Network and ESPN/ABC are the home of the 2025 NFL Draft, and cord cutters can watch all the action on the gridiron on Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV, or any compatible device with a subscription to DIRECTV, Fubo, Hulu + Live TV, or YouTube TV. The draft and more exclusive content will also be available to stream on NFL+.
Plex users can stream this year’s draft on the NFL Channel. With an antenna, you can watch the NFL Draft for free by using a tool like AntennaWeb to find out which ABC affiliates are in your area.
You can find out more about each streaming service below.
Watch the NFL Draft Live on DIRECTV
Stream the NFL Draft live with DIRECTV. The Entertainment package includes the 2025 NFL Draft on ABC and ESPN in a lineup of over 90 channels for only $84.99 per month. Unlock NFL Network by upgrading to the Choice plan or adding the Sports Pack add-on.
DIRECTV also offers a MySports package, a skinny bundle of over 20 sports-only channels, including NFL Network, Fox, ESPN networks, FS1, TBS, TNT, and ABC in select markets, for $69.99 per month. The bundle also includes thousands of hours of live sports, exclusive content, and more on ESPN+.
With all DIRECTV plans, there are no contracts, no hidden fees, and a subscription includes unlimited cloud DVR storage.
New subscribers can take advantage of a 5-day free trial before subscribing.
Watch the NFL Draft Live on Fubo
Stream the future of professional football during the 202 NFL Draft live on ESPN, ABC and NFL Network with the Pro plan from Fubo. Stream the showdown and over 100 sporting events, in a lineup of over 220 channels for only $84.99 per month. Relive your favorite moments during the season and rewatch your favorite shows with unlimited hours and Cloud DVR space.
New subscribers can try Fubo for free and save $30 on the first month.
Watch the NFL Draft Live on Hulu + Live TV
Stream over 95 channels on Hulu + Live TV for $82.99 per month. The streamer includes all of the NFL Draft on ABC, ESPN, NFL Network, and more popular entertainment, lifestyle, news, and sports networks. Plus, the service offers unlimited access to the Hulu library, Disney+, and live sports on ESPN+ for no additional charge. Record your favorite shows and sporting events for up to 9 months with unlimited DVR storage.
Try Hulu + Live TV free for three days.
Watch the NFL Draft Live on YouTube TV
Stream over 100 channels, including the 2025 NFL Draft on ABC, ESPN, NFL Network, and more with YouTube TV for only $82.99 per month. The service includes unlimited DVR and the ability to share 6 accounts per household.
Save $46 over two months if you subscribe by July 31.
Stream the NFL Draft Live on NFL+
As the official streaming service of the NFL, NFL+ allows you to watch live NFL games on your mobile device. The NFL+ plan allows you to stream live local and primetime regular and postseason games on your phone and tablet. Plus, you can watch NFL Network, listen to live game audio, stream NFL Films and more on demand and ad-free and much more for only $6.99 per month or $49.99 per year.
Upgrade to NFL+ Premium and get everything listed above and you can stream NFL RedZone on your TV, PC, phone, or tablet and watch the All-22 coaches film, full and condensed replays for only $14.99 per month or $99.99 per year.
2025 NFL Draft Schedule
Round 2 & 3 (Friday, April 25)
- Time: 7 PM ET
- Channel(s): NFL Network, ABC, ESPN
- Stream: DIRECTV, Fubo, Sling TV, Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, Plex, or NFL+
Rounds 4-7 (Saturday, April 26)
- Time: 12 PM ET
- Channel(s): ABC, NFL Network, ESPN
- Stream: DIRECTV, Fubo, Sling TV, Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, Plex, or NFL+