Is YouTube TV worth it to watch the NFL?

Yes, YouTube TV is widely considered worth it for NFL fans, offering the most comprehensive live viewing experience in one place by combining local games with the exclusive NFL Sunday Ticket for out-of-market games. It provides features like multiview, unlimited DVR, and key play replays. YouTube +3
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Is YouTube TV good for watching NFL games?

Yes, if you have YouTube TV Base Plan, you can also purchase NFL RedZone with Sports Plus on YouTube TV for a monthly fee, but it's more cost-effective to get NFL RedZone with NFL Sunday Ticket package. Learn more about NFL Sunday Ticket on YouTube TV or as a standalone Primetime Channel on YouTube.
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What are the negatives of YouTube TV?

Cons of YouTube TV include recurring price increases, missing some regional sports networks (RSNs), a DVR system that deletes recordings after 9 months and can't record single episodes, a sometimes confusing interface, and dependence on a strong internet connection, with occasional disputes leading to channel blackouts like Disney networks. 
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Is Hulu or YouTube TV better for the NFL?

YouTube TV is better for sports

Regional sports network (RSN) access is not great, but you still get four NBC Sports RSNs. You also get various league channels and can purchase exclusive access to out-of-market NFL games on Sunday afternoons as part of the NFL Sunday Ticket subscription ($192 a year).
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What is the cheapest way to watch NFL games?

Prices are before taxes and fees.
  • ESPN Unlimited (new): $29.99 per month, includes live NFL games on ESPN and occasionally ABC (Monday Night Football).
  • Fox One (new): $19.99 per month, includes live NFL games on Fox.
  • Peacock Premium: $10.99 per month, includes access to live NFL games on NBC.
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What subscription is best for NFL games?

With NFL+ Premium, get NFL RedZone and stream every touchdown from every game, every Sunday afternoon during the regular season. Subscription required for NFL+. Terms and conditions apply.
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Can I get an NFL Sunday Ticket without YouTube TV?

Yes, you can absolutely get NFL Sunday Ticket without a YouTube TV subscription by purchasing it as a standalone package through YouTube's Primetime Channels, which is a separate purchase within the main YouTube platform, allowing you to watch out-of-market games without the full YouTube TV live TV service. While it's more expensive than bundling with YouTube TV, this option is perfect if you already have another TV provider for local games or prefer to keep your services separate. 
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Is there something better than YouTube TV?

Hulu + Live TV is often cited as a top alternative to YouTube TV because it bundles extensive on-demand content (Hulu's library, Disney+, ESPN) with live channels, offering great value, especially for Disney fans, though YouTube TV generally offers more channels and simultaneous streams. Other strong contenders include Fubo for sports-focused users and Sling TV for budget-conscious cord-cutters seeking customization. 
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Can I cancel YouTube TV anytime?

You can cancel or pause your YouTube TV membership at any time. When you cancel or pause your membership, you'll still have access to YouTube TV until the end of your payment period. Canceling YouTube TV does not immediately remove your access to the service, even during the free trial period.
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How much is the YouTube TV sports package?

YouTube TV's new Sports Plan costs $64.99/month for existing users and $54.99/month for new subscribers, offering major sports networks like ESPN, FS1, and local broadcasters, plus ESPN Unlimited in the fall, with the option to add NFL RedZone for an extra fee, providing a focused, cheaper alternative to the main plan. 
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Why are people leaving YouTube TV?

People are canceling YouTube TV primarily due to high costs, recent Disney channel blackouts (losing ESPN, ABC), and general dissatisfaction with losing core content, leading many to seek alternatives for sports and news, while others find they don't use live TV features enough to justify the price, opting for cheaper on-demand services or free over-the-air TV. The ongoing dispute with Disney significantly increased churn rates as subscribers lost access to essential sports and network programming, though some also cite general price creep and a desire for a simpler setup. 
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What is the 8 minute rule on YouTube?

The YouTube 8-minute rule refers to a monetization threshold where videos 8 minutes or longer become eligible for mid-roll ads (ads placed within the video), not just pre-roll (before) or post-roll (after) ads, maximizing creator revenue. While longer videos have historically been preferred for ad placement, the 8-minute mark allows creators to earn more from shorter, yet substantial, content without needing to stretch it to the previous 10-minute requirement, balancing revenue potential with viewer experience.
 
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Why is YouTube TV so overpriced?

YouTube TV is expensive primarily due to rising content licensing fees from large media companies, especially for live sports, which forces the service to raise prices to cover these costs, similar to cable TV, despite adding channels and features over time. This business model requires bundling many channels, and as broadcast and sports rights become more costly, YouTube TV passes those increases to subscribers, making it pricier than its initial launch price. 
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What NFL games do you get on YouTube TV?

YouTube TV is $82.99 per month. With a YouTube TV plan, you can watch preseason NFL games, regular season games, and postseason games. When you add on NFL Sunday Ticket to your YouTube TV plan, you can also watch all out-of-market Sunday games throughout the regular season.
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Is NFL Network free with Amazon Prime?

Watch 15 Thursday Night Football games live on Amazon Prime Video, all included with your Prime membership. Not a Prime member, sign up for a 30-day free trial and you'll get the games along with your favorite live sports, series and movies. NFL+ is the National Football League's exclusive streaming service.
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How to get YouTube TV for free?

You can get YouTube TV for free by signing up for a free trial, which often lasts 7-14 days but sometimes longer, or by checking for limited-time promotions like a few months at a discounted rate, but you'll need to provide payment info and cancel before the trial ends to avoid charges. Other methods to save money include using discounted Google Play gift cards or looking for credit card perks, as permanent free access isn't available, according to this YouTube Help article, DealNews, this YouTube video, this Reddit post and this AOL article. 
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Is the YouTube TV 4K Plus add-on worth it?

The extra $10 is still too much for so little 4K content, even if unlimited streams and DVR downloads are useful for extended families or travelers. If you want more on-demand content for your buck, then Hulu Plus Live TV's Disney bundle is fairly unbeatable.
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What are the downfalls of YouTube TV?

Cons of YouTube TV include recurring price increases, missing some regional sports networks (RSNs), a DVR system that deletes recordings after 9 months and can't record single episodes, a sometimes confusing interface, and dependence on a strong internet connection, with occasional disputes leading to channel blackouts like Disney networks. 
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What is the #1 best streaming service?

Globally and in the U.S., Netflix remains the dominant #1 streaming service by subscriber count, known for its vast library and hit original shows like Stranger Things, though Amazon Prime Video and Disney+ are strong contenders, with overall market leadership often defined by subscriber numbers, content, and unique features like Prime's bundled services. 
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Why is ABC no longer on YouTube TV?

Because Google, LLC (parent company of YouTube TV) and Disney were unable to reach an agreement, YouTube TV dropped the Disney suite of channels. Unfortunately, this means all ABC-affiliated stations (even those not owned by Disney) were also dropped from the YouTube TV platform.
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Which app lets you watch every NFL game?

Watch NFL Games All Season Long

Get Hulu + Live TV and watch your favorite NFL teams on CBS, ESPN, FOX, NBC, and NFL Network.
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Is YouTube TV better than Hulu Live?

For sports fans, YouTube TV has a clear advantage. Its multiview feature lets you watch up to four live channels at once on one screen, which is perfect for weekends when multiple games are on. Switching between channels on Hulu takes a few extra clicks. Watching recorded shows is also smoother on YouTube TV.
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How much is the sports package on YouTube TV?

YouTube TV's new Sports Plan costs $64.99/month for existing users and $54.99/month for new subscribers, offering major sports networks like ESPN, FS1, and local broadcasters, plus ESPN Unlimited in the fall, with the option to add NFL RedZone for an extra fee, providing a focused, cheaper alternative to the main plan. 
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