With ESPN Unlimited on YouTube TV, you get access to a comprehensive integration of live digital events and original on-demand video series right in your YouTube TV app. To access ESPN Unlimited content, you need to have ESPN included in your YouTube TV plan, such as the main YouTube TV plan or a plan with the Sports add-on.
As long as ESPN is in your lineup, you do not need to link your accounts to watch ESPN Unlimited content directly within YouTube TV.
Sign up for the Sports plan here
Navigating ESPN Unlimited
We've updated key parts of our interface across living room devices, mobile, and web so you can quickly find and watch what you love:
- Live guide updates: In the live guide grid, you'll see three dedicated rows showcasing the most relevant and high-profile live events tailored just for you, followed by a persistent network row to browse even more.
- Consolidated network page: We've upgraded the ESPN network page from a channel-centric view to a consolidated layout with league-based shelves, making it easy to browse both linear channels and discrete live events.
- Enhanced station picker: When tuning into events with multiple available streams, the station picker now clearly labels language choices, home vs. away broadcasts, and alternate camera feeds.
- Multiview & DVR: As a part of this update, you’ll be able to add ESPN Unlimited content to multiview. ESPN Unlimited content will also be available for DVR.
Benefits of linking your ESPN account
While watching on YouTube TV requires no extra setup, linking your ESPN account to YouTube TV unlocks additional features. Specifically, you must link your accounts if you want to:
- View ESPN Fantasy info: Bring your ESPN Fantasy stats directly into your YouTube TV viewing experience during live games. Because NFL Fantasy is moving to ESPN Fantasy, you will need to link your ESPN account to access the Fantasy view on YouTube TV for the upcoming season. (Note: We will also still support Yahoo Fantasy, so you can access the Fantasy Football view by connecting either your Yahoo or ESPN fantasy accounts).
- Watch directly in the ESPN app: Log into the standalone ESPN app to stream ESPN Unlimited content. If you are the family manager, you can log into the ESPN app with your YouTube TV credentials to stream ESPN Unlimited content directly within their app.
How to link your ESPN account
You can connect your ESPN account to YouTube TV on a computer or a mobile device:
YouTube TV
- Open the YouTube TV mobile app.
- At the top right, tap Profile
.
- Click Settings
Sports.
- Turn on “Connect ESPN,” then complete the provided prompts.
- After successfully connecting your accounts, visit the ESPN App and sign in to your account to access content.
YouTube
- Visit Connected Apps on YouTube.
- Click Connect next to ESPN, then complete the provided prompts.
- After successfully connecting your accounts, visit the ESPN App and sign in to your account to access content.