Nfl Network Apr 2026

Despite the ownership change, the network's staple programming remains central to its lineup:

: ESPN and Disney now own and operate NFL Network in exchange for the NFL taking a 10% equity stake in ESPN. NFL Network

NFL Network is a leading 24/7 television network dedicated exclusively to professional football, offering year-round coverage of NFL news, analysis, and live events. Core Programming & Coverage : While the network

: High-profile figures like insider Ian Rapoport and RedZone host Scott Hanson have transitioned to ESPN-managed contracts to maintain continuity for viewers. Core Programming & Coverage Despite the ownership change

: While the network maintains its own brand and footprint—including dedicated coverage of the 2026 NFL Draft in Pittsburgh—it is now fully integrated into the ESPN ecosystem.

As of April 1, 2026, the network entered a significant new chapter following a landmark deal between the NFL and The Walt Disney Company .