Here's what you need to know about ESPN's new steaming service and its deals with the NFL and WWE

ESPN has announced its new streaming service will launch Aug. 21

ESPN’s much-discussed streaming service finally has its launch date.

The network announced Wednesday that its direct-to-consumer service and enhanced app will debut Aug. 21. The announcement coincided with Disney’s quarterly earning report.

This week’s expanded deals with the NFL and a new partnership with WWE provides ESPN the more inventory and offerings, which it hopes will bolster the company in a landscape that is divided among cable, satellite and streaming.