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🏈 NFL · 2026 SEASON · CUSTOM PLAN BUILDER

Build Your 2026 NFL Season Plan

Answer a few questions and we'll tell you exactly what to keep, what to cancel, and how to watch every game you care about — without overspending. Your plan updates live as you answer.

1

What's your ZIP code?

Decides which games air free on local channels in your market — and which ones get blacked out.

We'll detect your local team automatically.
2

Who do you root for?

If anyone in your house roots for a different team than your local one, add them as the secondary — this is where Sunday Ticket conversations begin. We'll break down each team's coverage separately.

Primary team — required
Secondary / household team — optional
3

Which of these games are non-negotiable for you?

Select all that apply. Leave the rest unchecked — we'll save you money.

4

What services do you already have?

Select all that apply. We'll tell you what to keep, drop, or swap.

5

What's your monthly budget for football during the season?

Football is ~5 months. We'll average over the season — and tell you when you're heading over.

6

How do you usually watch football on Sundays?

Drives how many simultaneous streams you need + whether mobile-friendly options matter.

🛠️ Your Custom Plan · Bear & Rick

Your 2026 NFL Season Plan

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Answer Q1 to start building your plan

Most fans land between $50–$130/mo over the season. We'll tell you exactly where you land as you answer.

Frequently asked questions

How do I watch out-of-market NFL games in 2026?

NFL Sunday Ticket is the only legal way to watch every out-of-market Sunday game. It's sold through YouTube and YouTube TV: $240 for new users (one-time, 12-month season), $378 for returning users, or $109 for students with a .edu email.

Is Sunday Ticket included with YouTube TV?

No. Sunday Ticket is a separate add-on. YouTube TV is $82.99/month for the base package, and Sunday Ticket is an additional $240–$378 per season on top of that. You can also buy Sunday Ticket standalone via YouTube Primetime Channels at the same price tiers, without subscribing to YouTube TV.

What's the cheapest way to watch NFL in 2026?

Antenna covers about 75% of games for free, including most local team games and every Super Bowl. Thursday Night Football is free on Twitch in competing-team markets. The cheapest complete legal NFL stack is: antenna ($30 one-time) + Twitch (free) + NFL+ Premium ($14.99/month) — about $15/month all-in if you're fine with local team coverage.

Can I watch the NFL without cable?

Yes. Every regular-season NFL game can be watched legally without a traditional cable subscription. CBS/FOX/NBC/ABC games on antenna, Sunday Night Football on Peacock, Thursday Night Football on Prime Video or Twitch, Monday Night Football on ESPN streaming, and out-of-market games on Sunday Ticket.

Does YouTube TV carry NFL Network and NFL RedZone?

YouTube TV carries NFL Network in its base package. RedZone is part of the optional Sports Plus add-on ($10.99/month extra). If RedZone matters to you, Sling Blue + Sports Extra at $57/month is the cheapest live RedZone option.