Get your sports fix with ESPN on DIRECTV
Live games, up-to-the-minute news, and expert analysis on America’s favorite sports.
What to watch on ESPN on DIRECTV
Week after week, sports fans tune in to ESPN for live games, news, and analysis on the most popular sports in America. From the NFL, NBA, and MLB to the NCAA and on down to the Little League World Series, ESPN on DIRECTV channels have a take on every major sporting event.
Live games including Monday Night Football, ESPN College Football, and NBA Friday
News and expert analysis from talk shows such as SportsCenter and First Take
Exclusive streaming content on ESPN3 and ESPN+ (requires subscription)
How to watch ESPN on DIRECTV
If you have an appointment during game time, no worries. You’ll still get the adrenaline rush no matter what time you tune in. Use your DIRECTV subscription today to unlock ESPN’s deep catalog of sports content—live, or on your own schedule.
On DIRECTV channels 206–209
On Demand after airtime
On the ESPN App
ESPN packages on DIRECTV
Start with the ENTERTAINMENT package to watch ESPN and ESPN2. Upgrade to CHOICE for the full ESPN package which includes ESPNews and ESPNU.
DIRECTV ENTERTAINMENT
$
69.99/mo*for 24 months plus taxes and fees
($84.99/mo. w/ req’d $15/mo. ARS fee) w/ 24-mo. agmt., autopay & paperless bill.
See offer details
165+ channels via Satellite (90+ channels via Internet), including essentials like AMC, CNN,, Nickelodeon & more
Local channels are included at no extra cost, where available§
Our newest Gemini device is included with your service1
Enjoy your first three months of premium channels on us Max, Paramount+ with SHOWTIME®, STARZ®, MGM+™ and Cinemax® - That’s a $167+ value!2
DIRECTV CHOICE™
$
84.99/mo.*for 24 months plus taxes and fees
($115.98/mo. w/ req’d $15/mo. ARS fee & Regional Sports Fee of up to $15.99/mo.) w/ 24-mo. agmt., autopay & paperless bill.
See offer details
200+ channels via Satellite (125+ channels via Internet), including specialty sports: Big Ten Network, MLB Network, NBA TV & more
Regional sports, with in-market RSNs, and local channels included, where available§
Our newest Gemini device is included with your service1
Enjoy your first three months of premium channels on us Max, Paramount+ with SHOWTIME®, STARZ®, MGM+™ and Cinemax® - That’s a $167+ value!2
DIRECTV ULTIMATE
$
114.99/mo.*for 24 months plus taxes and fees
($145.98/mo. w/ req’d $15/mo. ARS fee & Regional Sports Fee of up to $15.99/mo.) w/ 24-mo. agmt., autopay & paperless bill.
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270+ channels via Satellite (160+ channels via Internet), including more sports & movies: CBS Sports Network, Discovery Family, NHL Network, STARZ Encore & more
Regional sports, with in-market RSNs, and local channels included, where available§
Our newest Gemini device is included with your service1
Enjoy your first three months of premium channels on us Max, Paramount+ with SHOWTIME®, STARZ®, MGM+™ and Cinemax® - That’s a $167+ value!2
DIRECTV PREMIER™
$
159.99/mo.*for 24 months plus taxes and fees
($190.98/mo. w/ req’d $15/mo. ARS fee & Regional Sports Fee of up to $15.99/mo.) w/ 24-mo. agmt., autopay & paperless bill.
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340+ channels for Satellite (185+ channels via Internet), including the top-rated premium networks: Max, Paramount+ with SHOWTIME®, STARZ®, and Cinemax® - our biggest & best package!
Regional sports, with in-market RSNs, and local channels included, where available§
Our newest Gemini device is included with your service1
Enjoy your first three months of MGM+™ on us!2
*New approved residential customers, price incl. TV pkg & equip. fees for first TV. Add’l fees may apply to non-qualified customers. Equipment lease req’d. Early agmt termination fee applies ($20/mo.) & add’l fee(s) may apply if equip. not returned. Credit card req’d. Restr’s apply. One-time $19.95 activation fee may apply for satellite. §Local channels may not be available in all areas. Device may need to be in billing region in order to view local channels. Local stations/games in some markets may be unavailable due to channel disputes, more info at tvpromise.com. 1First device available for well-qualified customers. High-speed internet connection required. Satellite customers are subject to equipment non-return fee(s) if equip. not timely returned. 2 w/ENTERTAINMENT, CHOICE or ULTIMATE package. Must select offers. Max, Paramount+ with SHOWTIME, STARZ, MGM+ and Cinemax are included for first 3 months and auto-renew monthly thereafter at then-prevailing rates (currently $15.99/mo. for Max, $11.99/mo for Paramount+ with SHOWTIME, $10.99/mo. each for Cinemax and STARZ, and $5.99/mo. for MGM+), unless cancelled. Prices subject to change. See offer details. Access Max only through Max app or max.com. Online account registration may be required. Offer not available to DIRECTV and U-verse TV customers switching to DIRECTV via Internet. Cancel online or by phone. Offer subj. to change.
ESPN on DIRECTV channel numbers
Channels 206–209
ESPN brings its A-game to sports broadcasting with four satellite TV channels in English, one in Spanish, and two streaming platforms with exclusive overflow content.
Channel Name | Channel Number | DIRECTV Package Availability |
|---|---|---|
ESPN on DIRECTV | Channel number 206 | ENTERTAINMENT and above |
ESPN2 on DIRECTV | Channel number 209 | ENTERTAINMENT and above |
ESPNews on DIRECTV | Channel number 207 | CHOICE and above |
ESPNU on DIRECTV | Channel number 208 | CHOICE and above |
ESPN Deportes on DIRECTV | Channel number 466 | ÓPTIMO MÁS and above |
ESPN3 on DIRECTV | Streaming only | ENTERTAINMENT and above |
ESPN+ on DIRECTV | Streaming only with subscription | Requires separate subscription |
ESPN on DIRECTV in dynamic HD
With HD resolution, you’ll feel like you’re part of the action. Subscribe to ESPN packages on DIRECTV for quality so clear you can practically smell the sweat.
Limited 4K content available for satellite service and via some 3rd party apps when connecting via internet. 4K TV req’d. Video quality defined by resolution.
Frequently asked questions
What's on ESPN right now?
To see what’s on ESPN right now, check today’s listings on your TV or online.
Navigate to your TV guide and scroll to ESPN channels 206–209
Check the schedule at espn.com
How do I get ESPN on DIRECTV connected via satellite?
To get ESPN and ESPN2 on DIRECTV, subscribe to any package starting with the ENTERTAINMENT package. To get ESPNU and ESPNews on DIRECTV, subscribe to the CHOICE package or above.
DIRECTV customers get the same ESPN packages whether they subscribe via satellite or internet connection.
What channel is ESPN on DIRECTV connected via satellite?
DIRECTV ESPN channel numbers:
ESPN on channel 206
ESPN2 on channel 209
ESPNews on channel 207
ESPNU on channel 208
Customers get the same ESPN DIRECTV channels whether they subscribe via satellite or via internet.
What channel is ESPN+ on DIRECTV connected via satellite?
ESPN’s premium streaming service, ESPN+, has no DIRECTV channel number and isn’t included with DIRECTV packages.
DIRECTV customers who subscribe separately to ESPN+, however, can stream live on their TV via the ESPN App.* To open the ESPN App on your TV, navigate to any ESPN channel and click “SNIPE” or “ATTRACT” when prompted.
The ESPN streaming service ESPN3 has no DIRECTV channel number either. However, DIRECTV customers can stream ESPN3 live on their TV using the ESPN App*—and access is free with a DIRECTV subscription.
*Available only on Genie HR44, HR54 & HS17 (Genie 2) receivers.
How much does ESPN+ cost?
For the most accurate and up-to-date pricing, visit plus.espn.com.
Although DIRECTV packages don’t include the cost of ESPN+, those who subscribe to ESPN+ can stream directly from their TVs by opening the ESPN App onscreen.* To open, visit any ESPN channel and click “SNIPE” or “ATTRACT” when prompted.
*Available only on Genie HR44, HR54 & HS17 (Genie 2) receivers.
Which devices is ESPN+ supported on?
ESPN+ is supported on the following devices:
Computers
Tablets and phones
Smart TVs and select set-top boxes
Visit your device’s app store to download the free ESPN App, or visit plus.espn.com to stream from an internet browser.