ESPN and the NFL Reach New Agreements To Extend NFL Draft Rights and Add NFL Content and Features to ESPN’s Upcoming Direct-to-Consumer Service
ESPN and the NFL have reached new licensing agreements, extending ESPN’s NFL Draft rights and, separately, adding NFL programming and content to ESPN’s upcoming Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) service, as well as to Disney+. The agreement also includes the opportunity for fans to bundle ESPN’s DTC service with NFL+ Premium.
ESPN’s Direct-to-Consumer Service and Enhanced App Launching August 21
ESPN will launch its new previously announced direct-to-consumer streaming service on Thursday, August 21, bringing the full suite of ESPN networks and services – within an enhanced ESPN App with new, personalized features and functionality – directly to fans.
