Buffalo Bills NFL Draft 2026: How to watch Round 1
· Yahoo Sports
The stage is set, the clocks are ready, and in a few hours, hope becomes a name on a card. The 2026 NFL Draft kicks off tonight, Thursday, April 23 in Pittsburgh, PA. Whether you’re tracking every pick or focused on the Buffalo Bills’ move, there are plenty of ways to tune in.
2026 NFL Draft schedule (ET)
- Round 1: Thursday, April 23 at 8 p.m.
- Rounds 2-3: Friday, April 24 at 7 p.m.
- Rounds 4-7: Saturday, April 25 at 12 p.m.
How to watch Round 1 of 2026 NFL Draft
TV Channels
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- ESPN
- ABC
- NFL Network
- ESPN Deportes
Each broadcast has its own flavor and commentary.
ABC Coverage leans into the prospects’ journey hosted by Rece Davis with analysts Kirk Herbstreit, Nick Sabin, and Desmond Howard.
ESPN Coverage is more football focused hosted by Mike Greenberg and will have analyst Mel Kiper Jr in his 40th year of covering the NFL Draft. Louis Riddick and Booger McFarland join them as well as Adam Schefter.
NFL Network is a bit of both and will be hosted by Rich Eisen and will have analysts and insiders such as Daniel Jeremiah, Charles Davis and Ian Rapoport.
Streaming Options
- NFL+
- ESPN App / ESPN+
Live TV Streaming Services:
- FuboTV
- Hulu + Live TV
- Sling TV (Orange package)
- YouTube TV
CompletelyFree Viewing Option
ABC over-the-air: If you’ve got a digital antenna, you can catch Round 1 completely free. No login, no subscription, just plug in and go.
When Buffalo Bills pick in Round 1
The Bills hold the number 26 overall pick in the first round of the 2026 NFL draft tonight. The Bills are expected to make their first selection around 10:15 to 10:30 PM. That is if they do not trade up earlier in the first round or trade back out of the first round entirely.
Whether you’re watching exclusively for the Buffalo Bills, the best-player-available debates unfold, or for your favorite players to come off the draft board, Round 1 always delivers. And for Bills fans, it’s chance to see who will be the next (hopeful) playmaker for the team in 2026 and beyond.