Tag: NFL
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The NFL Meets with the FCC as It Launches an Investigation into Its TV Deals
The National Football League has taken a proactive step in Washington by sitting down with senior officials at the Federal Communications Commission to defend its approach to distributing games across traditional television and streaming platforms, according to The Wall Street Journal. The meeting, which the league initiated, occurred earlier this month and signals the NFL’s…
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Hut, Hut, Save: NFL+ Draft Deal Knocks 40% Off Annual Plans for Limited Time
In honor of the 2026 NFL Draft beginning tonight, the National Football League has launched one of the best streaming deals of the season. If you were looking for a reason to jump into NFL+, the league is currently promoting a limited-time 40% discount on the NFL+ annual plans. The offer runs through April 25,…
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2026 NFL Draft: How to Watch, Time, & Everything You Need to Know
The future of football has arrived as 257 college prospects will hear their names called during the 2026 NFL Draft. The 91st edition of the three-day event will take place from April 23-25 at Pittsburgh’s North Shore, airing live on ABC, NFL Network, and ESPN. The first draft in 40 years to take place in…
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Netflix Signals Interest in More NFL Games, Eyes Bigger Role in Live Sports
Netflix is still interested in the NFL, but not in the old-school way. During its Q1 2026 earnings call, the company made clear that its sports strategy has not changed. The streaming giant wants big, breakthrough live events, not massive full-season rights packages. Co-CEO Ted Sarandos said Netflix is in discussions with the NFL and…
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The NFL Wants to Double The Cost of Its NFL Games & Could Drive Up The Cost of Your TV Bill
The National Football League is pressing its broadcast partners for a dramatic hike in media rights fees as contract renewal talks heat up years ahead of schedule. According to industry sources familiar with the discussions, the league is seeking roughly double the amount that major television networks currently pay to air NFL games. In contrast,…
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YouTube Reportedly Nears Deal for 5 NFL Games as League Expands Streaming Push
The NFL’s next big streaming play may already be in motion, and YouTube is right in the middle of it. A new report from Front Office Sports says the league is in advanced talks with YouTube to land a five-game NFL package, signaling that the battle for streaming rights is not slowing down anytime soon.…
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NFL Rights Battle Heats Up as Sunday Night Football Faces Streaming Threat
The NFL’s next media shake-up may involve one of the most valuable properties in sports television, Sunday Night Football, finding a new home. Per a Puck report by John Ourand, NBC’s hold on the league’s marquee primetime package could be in jeopardy when the NFL goes back to market. Streaming giants such as Netflix, YouTube,…
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YouTube, FOX, & Netflix Are Competing to Air 5 NFL Games This Year
The National Football League has intensified its push to reshape the broadcasting landscape for the 2026 season and beyond, simultaneously advancing talks to renegotiate its comprehensive full-season television agreements while actively marketing a specialized five-game package of standout matchups. According to NBC Sports YouTube, Netflix, and FOX are all bidding for a slate of five…
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The DOJ is Investigating The NFL’s TV Rights For Anti-Competitive Tactics That Harm Viewers
The U.S. Justice Department has launched an investigation into the National Football League to determine whether the organization has engaged in anticompetitive practices through its media rights agreements. The inquiry centers on how the league’s distribution of game broadcasts may limit consumer access and increase costs for fans seeking to follow the full season, according…
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The NFL Wants More Games To Be Exclusive to Streaming
The National Football League continues to reshape its approach to broadcasting and streaming in response to the rapid growth of digital platforms and shifting viewer habits. In early February 2026, the league’s media chief announced plans to initiate discussions with companies beyond its established partners for the potential sale of live game rights. This move…