The NFL Sunday Ticket allows football fans to watch every out-of-market NFL game live, without regional restrictions. Traditionally, the NFL Sunday Ticket package has only been available to DIRECTV satellite subscribers. However, starting in 2022, the NFL is making Sunday Ticket available without the need for a satellite dish or cable subscription. For the first time, fans will be able to stream NFL Sunday Ticket online through a standalone streaming service.
This new streaming option provides an alternative for fans who want access to every NFL game but don’t want or can’t install a satellite dish. The streaming service will offer the same features and functionality as the traditional DIRECTV NFL Sunday Ticket package, including live out-of-market games, stats, fantasy info, and more.
What is NFL Sunday Ticket?
NFL Sunday Ticket is a sports TV package that broadcasts all out-of-market NFL games every Sunday during the regular season. The package is comprehensive, including all regional Sunday afternoon games on FOX and CBS.
Sunday Ticket provides access to up to 14 NFL games each week that are outside of a viewer’s local television market. This allows fans to follow their favorite teams even if they live away from that team’s home city.
Some key features and components of NFL Sunday Ticket:
- Live broadcasts of regional NFL games
- Includes all Sunday afternoon matchups (1 pm and 4 pm EST kickoffs)
- Out-of-market games only, does not include local team broadcasts
- Available on DIRECTV satellite and streaming platforms
- Provides alternate camera angles and audio feeds
- Allows viewing on multiple screens through NFLSundayTicket.TV app
- Includes statistical overlays and other interactive components
- Provides access to Red Zone channel and Fantasy Zone
Without Sunday Ticket, viewers are limited to the 5-6 games broadcast in their local market each week. Sunday Ticket opens up an additional 8-9 games broadcast in other regions. This comprehensive coverage makes it a highly valued package for NFL superfans and fantasy football enthusiasts.
Streaming NFL Sunday Ticket
In previous seasons, Sunday Ticket was only available to DIRECTV satellite subscribers, alongside a limited streaming option for students. But for the 2023 season, the NFL is expanding access through standalone streaming packages not tied to DIRECTV or any cable/satellite provider.
The NFL Sunday Ticket streaming options include:
- NFL+ Premium – This paid subscription includes live out-of-market preseason games, live local & primetime regular season and postseason games, NFL Network shows on demand, and more. It does not include live regular season Sunday Ticket games.
- NFL Sunday Ticket on DIRECTV Stream – DIRECTV Stream (formerly AT&T TV) will offer NFL Sunday Ticket to its subscribers without requiring a DIRECTV satellite plan. It streams over an internet connection and can be viewed on smart TVs, streaming devices, phones, and computers.
- NFL Sunday Ticket Standalone Package – This direct-to-consumer streaming option will not require a subscription to any other service. It offers the full Sunday Ticket live games and other features like fantasy football integration and alternate feeds.
Pricing and specifics on these streaming NFL Sunday Ticket packages have not yet been announced by the NFL. But the standalone Sunday Ticket streaming service is expected to be popular for fans looking to cut the cord on cable/satellite. All games will be available on connected devices without dish installation.
How Much Does NFL Sunday Ticket Cost?
Pricing for the new NFL Sunday Ticket streaming packages has not yet been confirmed. Here is an overview of Sunday Ticket costs in previous seasons to provide an estimate:
DIRECTV Sunday Ticket Packages
Package | Cost |
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NFL Sunday Ticket (Satellite) | $293.94/season |
NFL Sunday Ticket Max (Satellite) | $395.94/season |
NFL Sunday Ticket Student | $199.94/season |
NFL Sunday Ticket Streaming (Students) | $99.94/season |
For satellite subscribers, NFL Sunday Ticket has cost approximately $300 per season. The Max package runs $400+ and adds features like game mixing and fantasy zone.
The student packages have been discounted to $100-200. These offers are for students enrolled at eligible colleges and universities.
Estimated Streaming Costs
Based on these DIRECTV packages, we can estimate the following pricing options for the new NFL Sunday Ticket streaming service:
Streaming Package | Estimated Cost |
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NFL Sunday Ticket | $300+/season |
NFL Sunday Ticket Max | $400+/season |
NFL Sunday Ticket Student | $100-$200/season |
There could also be a tiered model based on number of devices or game feeds. But in general, fans can expect pricing competitive to traditional satellite to maximize appeal.
We will know exact Sunday Ticket streaming prices when they are announced by the NFL, likely during the 2022 offseason.
How to Get NFL Sunday Ticket for Free
There are a few ways viewers can get free access to NFL Sunday Ticket:
NFL Sunday Ticket U for Students
The NFL Sunday Ticket U package provides live game streaming to students at eligible universities. Packages start at $100 for the season and can be accessed on laptops, phones, and tablets. Students simply need to verify enrollment to unlock this discounted direct-to-consumer offer.
AT&T Wireless Offers
AT&T wireless customers have been offered free NFL Sunday Ticket streaming subscriptions as an incentive. Typically available to new subscribers or those upgrading devices, these promotional deals provide complete regular season Sunday Ticket access.
Giveaways and Trials
Check for special giveaways and free trial offers before the NFL season kicks off. Occasionally promotional deals will provide access to NFL Sunday Ticket or RedZone for free during opening weeks.
DIRECTV Rewards
DIRECTV satellite subscribers can earn cash back and rewards points that can be used to offset the cost of NFL Sunday Ticket. While not technically free, these loyalty programs help cut the price by $30 or more per season.
NFL Viewing Parties
Many sports bars and restaurants offer NFL Sunday Ticket on big screens every week. Call ahead to find participating locations in your area and catch the games for the cost of some food and drinks. A weekly trip equals free Sunday Ticket streaming.
Sling TV Free Preview
Sling TV offers free previews of its packages that include NFL RedZone. While not the full slate of games, RedZone provides live look-ins and highlights during the crammed Sunday afternoon action.
What Devices Support NFL Sunday Ticket Streaming?
The major benefit of NFL Sunday Ticket’s streaming options is the ability to watch your favorite NFL team on all your connected devices anywhere.
Sunday Ticket will be supported on:
- Desktop web browsers on PC and Mac
- Smartphones and tablets – iOS, Android, etc.
- Smart TVs – Samsung, LG, etc.
- Media streaming devices – Apple TV, Roku, Fire TV, Chromecast, etc.
- Gaming consoles – Xbox, PlayStation
The NFL Sunday Ticket app provides viewing access on mobile and living room devices. Games can be streamed in HD quality with no regional broadcast restrictions.
Supported devices include:
Desktop | Mobile | TV Streaming | Gaming Consoles |
---|---|---|---|
Mac | iPhone | Apple TV | Xbox One |
Windows PC | iPad | Fire TV | Playstation 4 |
Android | Roku | Xbox Series X | |
Chromecast | Playstation 5 |
The streaming apps provide a similar viewing experience to having NFL Sunday Ticket through a cable or satellite provider. Without the need to install a dish, fans can now take their games on the go.
What Games Are Available on NFL Sunday Ticket?
NFL Sunday Ticket provides live broadcasts of all Sunday afternoon regional NFL games, based on the following schedule:
- Early Sunday afternoon games – 1:00 pm ET (10 games)
- Late Sunday afternoon games – 4:05/4:25 pm ET (7 games)
- Sunday Night Football – 8:20 pm ET (1 game)
- Monday Night Football – 8:15 pm ET (2 games)
- Thursday Night Football – 8:20 pm ET (Partial weeks)
The 1:00 pm and 4:00 pm time slots are when the bulk of the Sunday regional action takes place, with multiple games airing at once.
NFL Sunday Ticket includes live look-ins and replays of all Sunday afternoon games. The package does not include Sunday Night, Monday Night, or Thursday Night football. National broadcasts of these primetime matchups air in all markets.
Viewers can typically access 8-15 live out-of-market games through Sunday Ticket that would otherwise be unavailable in their region. This allows fans to follow players and teams from across the country each week.
Out-of-Market vs Local Games
An important caveat is that Sunday Ticket only shows out-of-market Sunday afternoon games, not your local team’s broadcast.
For example, if you live in Dallas, you would not get the live Cowboys game on Sunday Ticket. That matchup would be shown on your local Fox station. But Sunday Ticket would provide all the other Sunday afternoon games – Chargers vs Raiders, Giants vs Packers, etc.
So while it offers expanded access, Sunday Ticket does not override regional blackout rules. Local teams are still limited to their home market TV broadcasts. Sunday Ticket fills in the rest of the NFL landscape.
National Broadcasts Not Included
Again, games shown in primetime nationally on NBC, ESPN, the NFL Network, etc. are not part of the Sunday Ticket package.
If your favorite team is playing on Sunday or Monday Night Football, you will need access to the channel airing that game (typically NBC, ESPN, or NFL Network) – Sunday Ticket would not provide that broadcast.
Additional Features
Beyond just the live game broadcasts, NFL Sunday Ticket offers football fans additional features to enhance their viewing experience:
NFL RedZone
RedZone is a popular channel included with Sunday Ticket that provides live look-ins and highlights from around the league on Sunday afternoons. It will rapidly whip around from game to game when teams are in scoring position.
Fantasy Football Integration
You can sync your fantasy football roster with Sunday Ticket features to get real-time stats and track your players. Options like Fantasy Zone and Red Zone deliver the key info and highlights fantasy owners need.
Multiple Games on One Screen
With Sunday Ticket’s Mix Channels, you can watch multiple live games on a split screen. Keep an eye on two, three, or four matchups simultaneously.
Camera Angles
Additional streaming camera angles provide expanded viewing options. Check out the endzone pylon cams or go in-depth with the Star Cam focused on key players.
Stats and Tracker
Follow real-time stats and game data with the interactive NFL Sunday Ticket scoreboard and league tracker tools. Get live fantasy stats and projections.
Condensed and Replay Games
Can’t catch it live? Sunday Ticket subscribers can watch replays of full game broadcasts or condensed 30-minute versions after the live broadcast ends.
How to Sign Up for NFL Sunday Ticket Without DIRECTV
Here are the main ways to gain access to the new NFL Sunday Ticket streaming packages without a DIRECTV satellite subscription:
DIRECTV Stream
DIRECTV Stream (formerly AT&T TV) is an online streaming TV service that offers NFL Sunday Ticket as an add-on for subscribers. No dish installation is required – DIRECTV Stream is streamed over the internet.
Packages start at $69.99 per month for the Entertainment plan. NFL Sunday Ticket can then be added to your package for a seasonal charge.
Standalone Streaming Service
The direct-to-consumer NFL Sunday Ticket streaming option does not require any existing video subscription. Fans can sign up for just Sunday Ticket as a standalone product directly through the NFL.
This package is expected to have a pricing structure similar to the satellite version – likely around $300 per season. Details will be announced when registration opens during the 2022 NFL offseason.
College Students
Students at participating universities can subscribe to a discounted streaming-only Sunday Ticket package. Verifying enrollment provides access to live out-of-market games on mobile, laptops, and connected TV devices.
This educational subscription runs around $100-200 per season. Students can register at www.SundayTicketU.TV.
Conclusion
The launch of NFL Sunday Ticket streaming opens up access to out-of-market NFL games to a wider online audience. Football fans no longer need a DIRECTV satellite dish to get the comprehensive Sunday afternoon coverage.
Streaming provides viewing flexibility across desktops, mobile devices, streaming TV, and gaming consoles. And standalone packages separate Sunday Ticket from any cable or satellite provider commitment.
While full pricing details are still to come, expect Sunday Ticket streaming to cost around $300 per season. There are also discounted options for students. Games can be streamed through the NFL app and NFLSundayTicket.TV.
This wider access will appeal to NFL fans nationwide who want to watch their favorite teams, players, and fantasy options without regional broadcast limits. Everything but the local home team games are unlocked through Sunday Ticket.
While streaming convenience comes at a premium cost, serious football fans now have more viewing freedom than ever with NFL Sunday Ticket.