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ESPN ads

The hooks, angles and offers behind ESPN’s Facebook and Instagram ads, filed by format and niche.

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229
Median runHow long its ads stay up
12 days
Against Entertainment / MediaNiche median 9 days
1.3×

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  • “THE HOME OF HOCKEY”

    2 ads
    ESPN ad: “THE HOME OF HOCKEY”ESPN ad: “THE HOME OF HOCKEY”

    Running since Sep 2026.

  • “MORE SPORTS. ONE UNBEATABLE PRICE”

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    ESPN ad: “MORE SPORTS. ONE UNBEATABLE PRICE”ESPN ad: “MORE SPORTS. ONE UNBEATABLE PRICE”

    Running since Nov 2026.

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The creative features a promotional graphic for a streaming bundle. The top half shows five professional wrestlers posed against a red, cinematic background with the ESPN and WWE logos. The bottom half is a dark teal background featuring the Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN logos, followed by text announcing the bundle and a legal disclaimer.
Active · 72 days
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The creative features a promotional graphic for a streaming bundle. The top half shows five professional wrestlers posing against a red, dramatic background with the ESPN and WWE logos. The bottom half is a dark blue background with the Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN logos, followed by text announcing the bundle and the inclusion of all ESPN networks.
Active · 72 days
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A promotional graphic for a streaming bundle featuring four professional wrestlers posing in a studio setting against a red background. Below the wrestlers, the logos for Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN are displayed alongside text announcing the bundle. The bottom of the image includes a small disclaimer about the required plan.
Active · 72 days
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A promotional graphic for ESPN featuring a group of professional hockey players in their team uniforms posing together on the ice. The text 'THE HOME OF HOCKEY' is prominently displayed on the left side in bold white letters against a dark, textured background with red and blue graphic accents. At the bottom, the logos for Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN are shown, followed by a small disclaimer about the bundle services.
Active · 49 days
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The video opens with a graphic overlay of the NHL and ESPN logos on a dark background. It then transitions through a montage of hockey clips, including fans, players in action, and close-ups of faces, interspersed with text overlays. The ad concludes with graphics promoting the Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN bundle for all-season long NHL coverage.
Active · 49 days
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A man in sunglasses and a red jacket is talking to the camera. He gestures and says "My hot take?". The scene cuts to a mascot and cheerleaders dancing, then to a close-up of a Seven Brew coffee cup. The video shows people in a car, a mascot interacting with people, and a large group of people cheering. The man in the red jacket reappears, holding a coffee and smiling. The video ends with a shot of the Seven Brew store and a large group of people celebrating.
Active · 48 daysVideo
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A dark, textured background features a collage of five professional hockey players in their respective team jerseys, posing with their sticks. Large, bold white text reads 'THE HOME OF HOCKEY' next to the ESPN and NHL logos. At the bottom, a blue gradient bar displays the Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN logos, with a small disclaimer about the bundle terms.
Active · 45 days
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The video opens with a yellow sports car drifting at night, creating smoke. It transitions to shots of the car driving through tunnels and city streets, with dramatic lighting and motion blur. A close-up of a person's intense facial expression is shown, followed by shots of the car in motion, including a jump. The video ends with a close-up of a tire with the Goodyear Eagle logo and text that reads "FAST IS IN US", followed by the Goodyear Eagle logo.
Active · 43 daysVideo
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The video opens with a close-up of a laptop screen showing a woman and a dog, with text overlay. It then transitions to a phone screen showing a video call between two men, also with text overlay. The ad emphasizes connection and network reliability, featuring the AT&T logo and guarantee. The overall tone is warm and reassuring, highlighting the importance of staying connected.
Active · 43 daysVideo
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A woman sets up a tent in her backyard, preparing it for a family movie night. She inflates an air mattress, lays out blankets, and strings up fairy lights. The video shows the family, including children, enjoying a movie on a screen inside the tent. Text overlays highlight AT&T's network guarantee, emphasizing reliable connection for important moments.
Active · 43 daysVideo
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The video opens with a woman setting up an outdoor movie screen. Text appears stating "Staying connected matters." It then shows a woman setting up a projector and a couch with people gathering. Text explains that AT&T guarantees its network and will credit the bill if an outage occurs, allowing users to create memories and content. The ad ends with the AT&T logo and guarantee seal.
Active · 43 daysVideo
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The video features two young women, winners of the Dr. Pepper Tuition Giveaway, sharing their experiences. One woman talks about her mother's encouragement and how the giveaway helped her achieve her dreams. The other woman discusses how the prize allowed her to pursue her education without financial burden. The ad includes shots of them in a dorm-like setting, participating in a football-themed challenge, and holding up their winning checks.
Active · 36 daysVideo
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A woman in a white polo shirt and jeans stands in front of a red wall with various Dr. Pepper and football-themed decorations. She asks the viewer if they want a chance to win $100,000 in tuition. The video then shows the website drpeppertuition.com and mentions the entry deadline. The ad is designed to encourage viewers to enter the Dr. Pepper Tuition Giveaway.
Active · 36 daysVideo
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The video opens with a shot of people relaxing by a pool at a house. It then cuts to a woman on the phone, followed by another woman looking surprised. The ad shows multiple scenes of people enjoying themselves, with a woman on the phone throughout. The Vrbo logo is visible. The ad ends with the Vrbo logo and the CFP logo.
Active · 21 daysVideo
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The video opens with a wide shot of a luxurious backyard with a pool and people relaxing. It then cuts to close-ups of women on their phones, seemingly discussing vacation plans. One woman expresses surprise and delight, while another is shown dancing. The ad highlights Vrbo's 24/7 live support as a key benefit, showing women enjoying their vacation without issues. The final scene shows the Vrbo and CFP logos.
Active · 21 daysVideo
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A dark, minimalist graphic featuring the logos of ESPN and FOX One at the top. Below the logos, bold white text highlights the bundle offer. The background shows a subtle, dark-toned image of a football field, creating a professional and focused aesthetic.
Active · 12 days
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A young woman with a bright smile sits in a salon chair, holding a laptop open towards the camera. The laptop screen displays a glowing red ESPN logo. The background is a simple, neutral-toned studio setting.
Active · 12 days
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A dark red, textured background features the ESPN and WWE logos side-by-side at the top. Below the logos, bold white and red text informs the viewer about the availability of WWE premium live events throughout the year. The overall aesthetic is dark and dramatic, focusing on the partnership between the two brands.
Active · 12 days
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A smiling woman sits in a salon chair, holding an open laptop towards the camera. The laptop screen displays a large, glowing red ESPN logo. The woman is wearing a pink tank top and grey cargo pants, and the setting appears to be a professional salon or studio space.
Active · 11 days
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A dark, moody graphic featuring a football field background with a split-screen effect. The top section displays the ESPN and FOX One logos side-by-side. Below the logos, bold white text highlights the value proposition, followed by a line detailing the volume of live sports content available. The bottom of the image includes small-print legal disclaimers.
Active · 10 days
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How ESPN makes its ads

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What ESPN's ads are built from: who is in frame, the words, the structure, the top format and hook.

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How ESPN advertises on Facebook and Instagram

The library holds 35 ads from ESPN in Entertainment / Media, and 229 running on its Meta pages now. Its most common visual formats are Graphic Overlay (19 ads), Lifestyle Image (10) and Event Announcement (9). Its ads most often open on Bold claim (5 ads), Relatability (4) and Fomo (2) hooks. Its ads stay up a median 12 days, 1.3× the Entertainment / Media median of 9 days.

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