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NFL fans require multiple streaming services to watch all 2026 games

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 8, 2026, 8:44 PM

Last updated Sep 8, 2026

NFL fans require multiple streaming services to watch all 2026 games

Summary

Football fans in 2026 must navigate a fragmented of broadcast rights to view every NFL game. Because games are spread across local stations, national networks, Prime Video, and Netflix, a single subscription is no longer sufficient. Viewers aiming to watch every matchup typically require a combination of services, including Fubo or YouTube TV for live broadcasts, plus additional subscriptions to Prime Video and Netflix. The cost of these services varies, with some options exceeding $600 for the season depending on specific package selections and user status. Prime Video retains exclusive rights for Thursday Night Football through the 2033 season, starting with a Netflix-exclusive game in Week 1 before moving to Amazon for Week 2. Fans are advised to verify local broadcast availability and package details, as costs fluctuate based on whether a user is new or returning.

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Key Details

•Thursday Night Football games are broadcast on Prime Video starting in Week 2.
•The 2026 season opener on Thursday night is exclusive to Netflix.
•NFL Sunday Ticket for out-of-market games is available exclusively through YouTube TV.
•Multiple providers including Fubo, Sling TV, and Hulu + Live TV offer varied channel packages.
•New and returning user pricing differs for NFL Sunday Ticket and YouTube TV base plans.

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Watching the NFL has gotten more expensive with streaming exclusives, here's how to stream every game and what exactly it will cost you:
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