The 2025 ESPYS premieres on Wednesday, July 16 and celebrates humanitarian efforts and the year in sports.
The award show will air at 8 p.m. ET on ABC. Those without cable can watch the show for free through FuboTV or DIRECTV each offering a free trial to new users. Sling is another option for streaming the show, and promotional offers are available.
“The ESPYS” has brought together celebrities from the worlds of sports and entertainment to recognize and celebrate the major athletic achievements and unforgettable moments in sports over the past year, according to ESPN. This year’s ESPYS will be hosted by comedian Shane Gillis.
National Basketball Hall of Famer Oscar Robertson will receive the Arthur Ashe Award for Courage, Penn State women’s volleyball coach Katie Schumacher-Cawley will receive the Jimmy V Award for Perseverance, and Greater Los Angeles first responders and former athletes David Walters and Erin Regan will receive the Pat Tillman Award for Service.
The night will also feature special musical performances from Grammy-nominated rapper Busta Rhymes, acclaimed hip-hop duo Clipse, and rising rap superstar GELO, along with an In Memoriam tribute led by Grammy-nominated artist and multi-hyphenate Tobe Nwigwe featuring David Michael Wyatt.
Below is the 2025 ESPYS Best NFL Player from ESPN’s YouTube Channel:
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How can I watch the 2025 ESPYS without cable?
Those without cable can watch the show for free through FuboTV or DIRECTV each offering a free trial to new users. Sling is another option for streaming the show, and promotional offers are available.
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What is DIRECTV?
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