NFL Draft 2026: Start Time, TV, Streaming, Announcing Teams Guide

Whether you’re a die-hard football fan or just looking for some entertainment, NFL Draft day is always an exciting time. The 2026 NFL Draft is set to begin in Pittsburgh, promising surprises, big moves, and plenty of emotions. Despite the tedious pre-draft process, there’s something undeniably electric about draft night that keeps fans glued to their screens.

If you want to soak in all the drama of NFL Draft weekend, we’ve got you covered with options for TV, streaming, and radio. Plus, we’re sharing details on the announcers, so you can tune in to hear your favorite draft analyst in action.

And for Detroit Lions fans specifically, don’t forget to check out our draft show streaming live on YouTube and Twitch for Day 1 coverage. You won’t want to miss it!

Here’s a breakdown of how you can watch the 2026 NFL Draft on different platforms:

NFL Draft: Day 1 (Round 1)
– When: Thursday, April 23 – 8 p.m. ET
– Where: Pittsburgh, PA
– TV: NFL Network, ESPN, ABC
– Announcers:
– NFL Network: Rich Eisen, Daniel Jeremiah, Charles Davis, Joel Klatt, Ian Rapoport, Kurt Warner
– ESPN: Mike Greenberg, Mel Kiper Jr., Booger McFarland, Louis Riddick, Laura Rutledge, Adam Schefter
– ABC: Rece Davis, Kirk Herbstreit, Desmond Howard, Nick Saban, Molly McGrath, Field Yates, Pete Thamel
– Online streaming: NFL Plus, ESPN App, ABC, Hulu, Disney+
– Radio: Westwood One, Sirius XM, ESPN Radio

NFL Draft: Day 2 (Rounds 2-3)
– When: Friday, April 24 – 7 p.m. ET
– Where: Pittsburgh, PA
– TV: NFL Network, ESPN, ABC
– Announcers:
– NFL Network: Rich Eisen, Daniel Jeremiah, Charles Davis, Joel Klatt, Ian Rapoport
– ESPN: Mike Greenberg, Mel Kiper Jr., Booger McFarland, Louis Riddick, Laura Rutledge, Adam Schefter
– ABC: Rece Davis, Kirk Herbstreit, Desmond Howard, Nick Saban, Molly McGrath, Field Yates, Pete Thamel
– Online streaming: NFL Plus, ESPN App, ABC, Hulu, Disney+
– Radio: Westwood One, Sirius XM, ESPN Radio

NFL Draft: Day 3 (Rounds 4-7)
– When: Saturday, April 25 – Noon ET
– Where: Pittsburgh, PA
– TV: NFL Network, ESPN, ABC
– Announcers:
– NFL Network: Rich Eisen, Daniel Jeremiah, Charles Davis, Ian Rapoport
– ESPN: Rece Davis, Mel Kiper Jr., Matt Miller, Louis Riddick, Field Yates, Peter Schrager
– ABC: (Simulcasting ESPN’s broadcast)
– Online streaming: NFL Plus, ESPN App, ABC, Hulu, Disney+
– Radio: Westwood One, Sirius XM, ESPN Radio

Get ready to hunker down with your favorite snacks and beverages, because NFL Draft weekend is here! Enjoy every moment of the thrill and excitement as the next generation of NFL players find their new homes.