NFL Network experiences widespread streaming outages on opening Sunday
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 13, 2026, 5:17 PM
Last updated Sep 13, 2026

The NFL Network experienced technical issues across its platforms on opening Sunday, leaving numerous users unable to access the app or stream live games. Reports of connectivity problems emerged approximately 30 minutes before the 1 p.m. kickoff time. Downdetector registered more than 6,000 complaints regarding the service outage as the league day began. The technical difficulties centered primarily on users attempting to log into the application and initiate video streams. As of the latest reports, the NFL has not provided a definitive timeline for resolving the service disruptions or restoring full functionality to its streaming platforms. The issue gained enough traction to trend on Google as football fans across the country faced difficulties accessing content on the first Sunday of the season.
- •NFL Network streaming services faced significant technical issues on Sunday.
- •Downdetector tracked over 6,000 user reports regarding the platform.
- •Outages began around 12:30 p.m. before the start of the 1 p.m. games.
- •The primary issue involves user access to the app and live video streams.
- •No timeline exists for when the NFL will resolve these service interruptions.
- 5:17 PMYahoo Sports — NFL Network not working. NFL Network down. NFL app not working
"NFL Network users report widespread outages on opening Sunday, leaving many unable to stream games via the app.
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