To watch the 2025 NFL Draft, you have several options depending on your location and preferred platform: In the United States:

• The draft will be broadcast live on major networks including ABC, ESPN, ESPN2, and NFL Network. The first round starts on Thursday, April 24, at 8 p.m. ET, with rounds two and three on Friday and rounds four through seven on Saturday

• If you do not have cable, streaming services like Sling TV, Fubo TV, Hulu + Live TV, and DirecTV Stream offer access to these channels. Sling TV offers a combined Orange + Blue package for $33 the first month, Fubo TV has a 7-day free trial, and Hulu + Live TV offers a 3-day free trial

• The NFL+ streaming service provides live coverage of all draft rounds and NFL games starting at $6.99/month, including access to NFL Network and original commentary

In Germany and Europe:

• The NFL Draft is available live and free on ran.de and the ran app, which stream all rounds with NFL Network coverage

• RTL Nitro broadcasts the first round live on free TV starting at 1 a.m. CET on April 25, with later rounds available via the paid RTL+ streaming service

• The NFL Game Pass offers the full draft live with US original commentary, including all seven rounds, starting at 1 a.m. CET on April 25. This is the best option for fans wanting the authentic US broadcast and additional NFL content

Additional options:

• Some local channels and apps like the ESPN app, ABC app, and NFL+ app allow streaming on smartphones, tablets, and smart TVs

• For those outside the US and Europe, VPN services can help access broadcasts restricted by region

Summary of key viewing options:

Region| Platform/Channel| Coverage| Cost
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USA| ABC, ESPN, NFL Network| All rounds live| Cable or streaming subscription (Sling, Fubo, Hulu, DirecTV)
USA| NFL+| All rounds live, US commentary| From $6.99/month
Germany/Europe| ran.de / ran app| All rounds live, NFL Network| Free
Germany/Europe| RTL Nitro (free TV)| 1st round only| Free
Germany/Europe| RTL+| Rounds 2-7| Paid subscription
Germany/Europe| NFL Game Pass| All rounds, US original audio| Paid subscription

The draft runs from April 24 to 26, 2025, with the first round starting late night April 24/early April 25 CET

. This variety of options ensures you can watch the NFL Draft live on TV or online, with free and paid choices depending on your preferences and location.