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