The offseason is a dark time, football fans, but there is one shining moment every football-less summer. It's the NFL draft, and football fans can't afford to miss it.

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Cord cutters can get in on the action, too — and it doesn't have to cost them a dime. Here's our guide to watching the NFL draft for free, including some great free trials.

What channel is the NFL draft on?

Before we can figure out how to bypass cable and get the channels that we want, we first need to know which channels those are! So: What channel is the NFL draft on?

As of this writing, the TV schedule for the 2020 NFL draft has not yet been released. Based on last year, though, we can guess that the NFL draft will likely air on ABC, ESPN, ESPN 2, ESPN Deportes, and NFL Network.

So how can we get those networks without cable? Let's find out.

How to watch the NFL Draft online or over-the-air without cable

When it comes to watching live TV without cable, there's a certain type of service that cord cutters need to know about. We're talking, of course, about live TV streaming services — also known as “skinny bundles.” These subscription services are like new and improved versions of cable. They offer skinnier channel bundles for less, and they stream their content online.

Not every live TV streaming service is a good fit for NFL fans hoping to catch this year's draft, so we've narrowed down your options to the draft-friendly services below! Plus, we'll explain how you might be able to watch the NFL draft even without a skinny bundle subscription.