ESPN2 Streaming Options
7 streaming options available
Authorized official broadcast providers. Regional carriage and subscription plans may vary by territory.
Streaming Plans & Pricing for ESPN2
DIRECTV Stream
Entertainment
- Channel included in base tier (no extra add-on required)
- 90+ live linear channels
- Includes local ABC, CBS, FOX, and NBC broadcast feeds
- Unlimited Cloud DVR storage with 9-month retention
Fubo
Fubo Pro
- Channel included in base tier (no extra add-on required)
- 190+ linear channels including ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, and ESPN
- 1,000 hours of Cloud DVR storage
- 10 concurrent streams at home and 2 screens on-the-go
Hulu + Live TV
Hulu + Live TV (With Ads)
- Channel included in base tier (no extra add-on required)
- 95+ live linear channels including ABC, CBS, FOX, and NBC
- Includes Disney+ (With Ads) and ESPN+ digital sports library
- Unlimited Cloud DVR storage with 9-month retention
YouTube TV
Spanish Plan
- Channel included in base tier (no extra add-on required)
- 30+ Spanish-language networks including Univision, Telemundo, and UniMás
- Includes ESPN Deportes, Fox Deportes, and TUDN
- Unlimited Cloud DVR storage with 9-month retention
Disney+
Disney+ Basic (With Ads) + Disney Bundle Trio Premium
- Requires Disney Bundle Trio Premium (+$26.99/mo on top of base plan)
- Full access to core Disney franchise libraries and embedded Hulu tiles
- Adaptive high-definition video streaming up to 1080p Full HD
- Up to 2 simultaneous active display streams
ESPN Unlimited
ESPN Select (Monthly)
- Channel included in base tier (no extra add-on required)
- 32,000+ live digital sports events annually
- NHL Power Play: 1,000+ out-of-market NHL telecasts
- Exclusive LaLiga, Bundesliga, and FA Cup matches
Sling TV
Sling Select
- Channel included in base tier (no extra add-on required)
- 10+ live linear channels
- Includes FS1, FOX News, FX, and NFL Network
- 3 simultaneous transmission screens
What Leagues & Sports Can You Watch on ESPN2?
ESPN2 Streaming Guide: Verdict, Cost & Best Options
The Verdict
ESPN2 is the main companion channel to flagship ESPN, airing Monday Night Football with Peyton and Eli (the ManningCast), Saturday college football, men's and women's college basketball, Grand Slam tennis (Australian Open, Wimbledon, and US Open), WNBA games, and the College World Series. In the past, watching ESPN2 without cable meant paying at least $46 to $80+ a month for a multi-channel TV bundle. Today, the cheapest way to stream ESPN2 live is the standalone ESPN Unlimited plan ($29.99/month), which gives you the live 24/7 feeds of ESPN2, main ESPN, ESPNU, SEC Network, and ACC Network right inside the ESPN app. Just do not confuse ESPN Unlimited with the basic $11.99/month ESPN+ plan, which does not include the live ESPN2 channel. If you want a broader live TV guide with other cable channels, Sling Orange ($46/month) is the cheapest bundle, while YouTube TV ($82.99/month), Hulu + Live TV ($82.99/month), and Fubo ($79.99/month) include ESPN2 alongside your local broadcast networks.
Best For
- NFL fans watching Peyton and Eli Manning on the Monday Night Football ManningCast
- College football and basketball fans tuning in for weekly SEC, ACC, Big 12, and NCAA Tournament matchups
- Tennis fans following live all-day coverage of the Australian Open, Wimbledon, and the US Open
- WNBA, NCAA Women's March Madness, Women's College World Series, and NHL viewers
Pricing Reality
ESPN2 is a pay-TV cable channel, so an indoor digital antenna will not pick it up. If you only want ESPN's channels without paying for a massive cable bundle, the standalone ESPN Unlimited subscription ($29.99/month, or $35.99/month bundled with Disney+ and Hulu) is the cheapest way to stream ESPN2 live. Watch out for the most common Monday night mistake: a basic $11.99/month ESPN+ subscription does NOT include the live 24/7 ESPN2 channel or the ManningCast. If you want a multi-channel live TV bundle, Sling Orange ($46/month) is the lowest-cost option that carries ESPN and ESPN2, though it limits you to 1 stream at a time and standalone Sling Blue ($46/month) carries zero ESPN channels. Full-featured live TV services including YouTube TV ($82.99/month), Fubo ($79.99/month plus regional sports fees), Hulu + Live TV ($82.99/month with Disney+ and ESPN+ included), and DIRECTV Stream ($86.99/month) all include ESPN2 in their base packages.
What We Like
- Standalone ESPN Unlimited ($29.99/mo) unlocks live ESPN2, ESPN, ESPNU, SEC Network, and ACC Network without a cable bundle
- Exclusive broadcast home of the Monday Night Football with Peyton and Eli (ManningCast) alternate telecast
- Included in Sling Orange ($46/mo) and in the base plans of YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, Fubo, and DIRECTV Stream
- All-day live court coverage during the Australian Open, Wimbledon, and the US Open
Things to Consider
- The basic $11.99/month ESPN+ plan does NOT include the 24/7 ESPN2 television channel
- Completely excluded from standalone Sling Blue ($46/mo) and entertainment-only bundles like Philo ($28/mo)
- Sling Orange ($46/mo) restricts you to streaming on only 1 device at a time
- Cannot be watched for free over the air with an indoor digital antenna
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How to Stream ESPN2: Live TV & Schedule FAQ
Can you watch ESPN2 for free with an indoor TV antenna?
No. ESPN2 is a dedicated cable and streaming channel that does not broadcast over local airwaves. A digital antenna will pick up your local ABC station (which airs select Monday Night Football and Saturday college football games in simulcast), but watching the 24/7 ESPN2 channel requires ESPN Unlimited or a live TV streaming service.
What is the cheapest way to watch ESPN2 live without cable?
The cheapest way to stream the live 24/7 ESPN2 channel is the standalone ESPN Unlimited plan for $29.99 per month, which includes ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU, SEC Network, ACC Network, and ESPN+ directly inside the ESPN app. If you want a multi-channel live TV bundle with other cable channels, Sling Orange is the next cheapest option at $46 per month.
Does a basic $11.99/month ESPN+ subscription include the live ESPN2 channel?
No. A basic $11.99/month ESPN+ subscription only includes digital-exclusive ESPN+ events and does not carry the live 24/7 ESPN2 TV channel. To watch live ESPN2 broadcasts like the Monday Night Football ManningCast or Grand Slam tennis without a cable provider, you need the $29.99/month ESPN Unlimited plan.
Is ESPN2 included on Sling Orange or Sling Blue?
ESPN2 is only included on Sling Orange ($46/month) and the combined Sling Orange + Blue plan ($61/month). Standalone Sling Blue ($46/month) does not include ESPN, ESPN2, or any Disney-owned channels.
Can I watch ESPN2 inside the Disney+ app?
You can stream live ESPN2 broadcasts inside the ESPN tile on Disney+ if you subscribe to the ESPN Unlimited bundle (starting at $35.99/month with Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN Unlimited) or link a participating live TV provider. Standard Disney+ plans that only include basic ESPN+ do not include the live 24/7 ESPN2 channel.
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Where ESPN2 is Available
Licensed Broadcast TerritoryOfficial distribution for ESPN2 is licensed within United States. Check the full directory of verified television networks and legal cord-cutting options available in this territory.