NFL Network Launch !

[Todd Wiedemann]

Today, November 4th 2003, NFL Network launches at 7pm CT on DirecTV channel 212.

Tomorrow, the HD game-of-the-week !!

Here's today's schedule, all times in ET (subtract 1 hour):

8:00 p.m. -- NFL Total Access
Hosted by Rich Eisen, NFL Total Access is a gathering place for all elements of the NFL. It delivers to viewers the latest breaking news directly from team sites, plus behind-the-scenes insight from players, coaches and newsmakers, and diverse opinions from NFL personalities past, present and future.

9:00 p.m. -- NFL Films Presents
Explores the depth of the NFL Films archive with unique perspectives on football's greatest heroes and personalities as well as its history, humanity and humor. "The First Show" stories include: National Anthem, Playmakers, the "Butt Slap", coaching the Bucs.

10:00 p.m. -- Point After: Sounds of the Game
An all-access pass to listen in as NFL Films ubiquitous sound crew picks up what is said in post-game locker rooms and press conferences around the NFL

11:00 p.m. -- NFL Total Access
Repeat from 8:00 p.m.