Following the NFL’s continued shift toward streaming exclusives, fans who want to watch every game in the 2026 season must plan for multiple subscriptions. The league’s broadcast rights are now split among traditional networks, streaming platforms such as Prime Video and Netflix, and the NFL Sunday Ticket, which is available only through YouTube TV.
Core subscriptions for full coverage
The most straightforward path to see every game includes three key services:
- Fubo TV or YouTube TV with the NFL Sunday Ticket – Both platforms provide local and national broadcast games, plus the ability to add the Sunday Ticket for out‑of‑market matchups.
- Prime Video – Home to Thursday Night Football (except the season‑opening game, which is a Netflix exclusive).
- Netflix – Offers a limited number of exclusive games each season.
When combined, the base plans for these services already exceed $150 per month. Adding the Sunday Ticket brings the total to well over $600 for the six‑month regular season.
Breakdown of individual service costs
Fubo TV provides more than 200 live channels, including ESPN, FOX, CBS, NBC Sports and the NFL Network. New subscribers receive a five‑day free trial and $10 off the first month. Plans start at $54.99 per month.
Sling TV offers two basic packages: Sling Orange (34 channels) and Sling Blue (over 40 channels). Both include the ESPN suite, and the Sports Extra add‑on expands sports coverage. Prices begin at $45.99 per month.
YouTube TV bundles local and national broadcasts with a dedicated sports plan for $44.99 per month during the first six months, rising to $64.99 thereafter. The NFL Sunday Ticket is an additional $30 per month for eight months for new users, or $47.50 per month for returning users.
Hulu + Live TV delivers more than 100 channels, including ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, ESPN, FS1 and the NFL Network. The package costs $89.99 per month and includes Hulu’s on‑demand library.
Prime Video and Thursday Night Football
Prime Video remains the home for Thursday Night Football after Amazon secured an 11‑year exclusive deal that runs through the 2033 season. Prime Video costs $8.99 per month on its own, but most viewers access it through an Amazon Prime membership, which is $14.99 per month and includes free shipping, music streaming and other benefits.
In 2026, the first Thursday Night Football game will be a Netflix exclusive; Prime Video coverage begins with Week 2.
Peacock for Sunday Night Football
Sunday Night Football airs on NBC and can be streamed via Peacock. Peacock offers three tiers: an ad‑supported Premium plan at $12.99 per month and an ad‑free Premium Plus plan at $19.99 per month. The sports‑focused Peacock Select tier does not include live games.
ESPN and Monday Night Football
Monday Night Football is available through several avenues:
- Disney+ bundled with Hulu and ESPN Unlimited (the latter costs $31.99 per month).
- Fubo TV, YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV and Sling TV, each of which carries ESPN and its sister networks.
ESPN Unlimited provides access to all 12 ESPN channels and over 47,000 live sporting events for $31.99 per month, though bundling can reduce the overall cost.
Finding the most affordable option
For fans on a budget, a combination of a free trial on Fubo TV (which includes the NFL RedZone add‑on) and a Sling TV package can reduce monthly expenses. However, without the Sunday Ticket, out‑of‑market games will be unavailable.
Ultimately, the cheapest way to guarantee access to every NFL game in 2026 still exceeds $600 for the six‑month regular season, reflecting the league’s ongoing move toward multiple streaming partners.
Original reporting: Las Cruces Sun News (HLL/CB) — read the source article.
