In 2023, Monday Night Football (MNF) aired on ESPN , with some games also simulcast on ABC , so the main ways to watch were through a TV provider that carries ESPN or via streaming services that include ESPN in their lineup.

Where MNF aired in 2023

  • Primary channel : ESPN (all Monday Night Football games).
  • Some games : Also broadcast on ABC in primetime, especially marquee matchups.
  • Spanish : ESPN Deportes carried select games for Spanish‑language viewers.

How to watch on TV

  • Cable/satellite : Tune to ESPN (or ABC) on Monday nights during the NFL season.
  • Over‑the‑air : If your local ABC affiliate carried the game, you could watch it free with a TV antenna.

How to stream MNF in 2023

You could stream Monday Night Football in 2023 via:

  • ESPN app / ESPN.com : Log in with your cable, satellite, or live‑TV‑streaming subscription that includes ESPN.
  • Live‑TV streaming services (examples from that era):
    • Hulu + Live TV
    • YouTube TV
    • FuboTV
    • Sling TV (Blue plan or add‑ons with ESPN)
    • DirecTV Stream
      These all carried ESPN and often offered free trials.

Streaming without traditional cable

If you didn’t have cable, common 2023‑style options included:

  • Live‑TV streaming bundle (Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, Fubo, etc.) that includes ESPN.
  • ESPN+ / ESPN Unlimited‑type bundles (where available), sometimes bundled with Disney+ and Hulu for a single price.
  • NFL+ (NFL Mobile) : Offered live mobile streaming of all games, including MNF, on phones and tablets in the U.S. (with some blackout rules).

Quick‑reference options table (2023‑style)

Method What you needed Notes
Cable/satellite ESPN in your package Standard TV viewing; no extra apps.
TV antenna ABC‑carrying antenna + ABC‑aired MNF game Free if your local ABC shows the game.
ESPN app / ESPN.com TV‑provider login that includes ESPN Watch on phone, tablet, or connected TV.
Hulu + Live TV / YouTube TV / Fubo / Sling / DirecTV Stream Subscription with ESPN Often had trials; good for cord‑cutters.
NFL+ (NFL Mobile) Subscription + compatible mobile device Mobile‑only live games in the U.S.
If you tell me your country and whether you have cable or prefer streaming only, I can narrow this down to the **simplest, cheapest 2023‑style setup** that would have worked for you.