NFL Live

NFL Live (1998- )

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NFL Live is a National Football League studio show, currently airing Monday through Friday at 7:00 p.m ET on ESPN2. Formerly known as NFL 2Night, the program is one of the only NFL-related studio programs to air during the week along with NFL Insiders. As such, NFL Live is not a highlight show, as Sunday and Monday game highlights are handled by the various other NFL studio shows, including NFL Primetime during the season. Unlike shows for other sports, NFL Live even runs throughout the entire off season.

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ScheduleMonday to Friday (daily) at 16:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S27E87Episode 87Aug. 1, 2025
S27E86Episode 86Juli 30, 2025
S27E85Episode 85Juli 29, 2025
S27E84Episode 84Juli 28, 2025
S27E83NFL Live: Back TogetherJuli 26, 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did NFL Live premiere?

NFL Live premiered on September 7, 1998.

Who were the original hosts of NFL Live?

The original hosts of NFL Live were Chris Mortensen and Joe Theismann.

How long did the original hosts remain on NFL Live?

Chris Mortensen and Joe Theismann remained on NFL Live until 2004.

Who is the current host of NFL Live?

The current host of NFL Live is Laura Rutledge.

Who were the analysts on the debut episode of NFL Live in 1998?

The analysts on the debut episode of NFL Live in 1998 were Chris Mortensen, Joe Theismann, and Steve Young.

How many days a week did NFL Live originally air?

NFL Live originally aired five days a week.

Who was the executive producer of NFL Live in 1998?

The executive producer of NFL Live in 1998 was Mark Shapiro.

What network aired NFL Live in 1998?

NFL Live aired on ESPN in 1998.

Where did NFL Live originate from in 1998?

NFL Live originated from ESPN's studios in Bristol, Connecticut in 1998.

Who were some of the notable guests on NFL Live in 1998?

Some of the notable guests on NFL Live in 1998 were John Madden, Dan Marino, and Brett Favre.

What was the format of NFL Live in 1998?

The format of NFL Live in 1998 included game highlights, analysis, and interviews with players and coaches.

Did NFL Live air during the NFL offseason in 1998?

Yes, NFL Live aired during the NFL offseason in 1998.

How long was each episode of NFL Live in 1998?

Each episode of NFL Live in 1998 was 60 minutes long.

What was the target audience of NFL Live in 1998?

The target audience of NFL Live in 1998 was fans of the National Football League.

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Also known as

  • ESPN NFL Live (United States)
  • NFL 2Night (United States)

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