YouTube TV is the exclusive carrier of NFL Sunday Ticket. This means that fans looking to watch out-of-market NFL regular season games on Sundays can do so through a subscription to YouTube TV, typically as an add-on package.
Understanding NFL Sunday Ticket on YouTube TV
The NFL Sunday Ticket package provides access to live, out-of-market NFL games every Sunday afternoon throughout the regular season. This service is particularly valuable for fans who want to follow their favorite team but live outside of their local market where games are typically broadcast on local CBS or FOX affiliates.
Key Features & Benefits:
- Out-of-Market Games: Watch live games that are not available on your local channels.
- Regular Season Coverage: The add-on provides access to a comprehensive range of regular season games. Even nationally televised games like Sunday Night Football on NBC are accessible to subscribers through the NFL Sunday Ticket add-on on YouTube TV, alongside the out-of-market matchups.
- Seamless Integration: As an add-on to YouTube TV, the experience is integrated within the existing YouTube TV interface, offering a familiar user experience.
- Multiple Devices: Access games on a wide range of devices supported by YouTube TV.
How to Access NFL Sunday Ticket
To get NFL Sunday Ticket, you generally need to subscribe to YouTube TV. The Sunday Ticket itself is an additional subscription that can be purchased through the YouTube TV platform.
Availability Overview:
| Platform | Requirement | What It Offers |
|---|---|---|
| YouTube TV | Base YouTube TV subscription + Sunday Ticket add-on | Live, out-of-market NFL regular season games on Sundays, including access to games like Sunday Night Football on NBC via the add-on. |
| YouTube Primetime Channels | No YouTube TV base subscription required | Provides NFL Sunday Ticket as a standalone purchase, separate from a full YouTube TV subscription, for those who only want the football package. |
Important Considerations
While NFL Sunday Ticket offers extensive coverage, it's crucial to understand what it includes and excludes:
- Local Market Games: Games broadcast on your local CBS and FOX affiliates are typically not included as "out-of-market" games and are available via your YouTube TV base subscription or an antenna.
- Nationally Broadcast Games: Games like Thursday Night Football (Amazon Prime Video), Monday Night Football (ESPN/ABC), and playoff games are generally not part of the Sunday Ticket package as they are nationally televised by other networks or streaming services. However, as noted, even some widely available games like Sunday Night Football on NBC are accessible via the Sunday Ticket add-on for convenience.
- Preseason & Postseason: NFL Sunday Ticket primarily covers the regular season. Preseason games and playoff games are broadcast through other channels and networks.
For more information on the NFL Sunday Ticket, including pricing and specific offerings, it's always best to check the official YouTube TV website or the NFL's official channels.
