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Spencer Aber

How to watch Day 1 of 2021 NFL draft: Start time, channels, streaming options

After conducting its first-ever virtual draft in 2020, the NFL is returning to the traditional in-person draft this year in Cleveland, Ohio.

Only a limited number of draft prospects, fans and media personnel will be allowed in-person at this year’s draft, while the rest will attend virtually, just like last year. It is also the second year in a row in which the draft will be televised on ESPN, ABC and the NFL Network.

Here is some additional information that you’ll need to know for Day 1 of the draft:

  • What: Round 1
  • When: Thursday, April 29
  • Where: Cleveland, Ohio
  • Start time: 8:00 p.m. ET
  • TV Channels: ABC, ESPN, NFL Network, ESPN Deportes
  • Live stream: ESPN app, ABC app, NFL app
  • Radio: ESPN Radio
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