NFL Sunday Ticket returns as the home for out-of-market NFL games, now tied to YouTube and YouTube TV for the third straight year. The package comes with a range of pricing options, discounts for students and certain professionals, and several bundles that can maximize value for different types of viewers ahead of the 2025 season.
Summary
– YouTube TV remains the platform for NFL Sunday Ticket, offering access to out-of-market games not shown on local stations.
– Pricing varies by whether you subscribe via YouTube TV, as a standalone Sunday Ticket, or with add-ons like NFL RedZone.
– Early-bird and special discounts are available through Aug. 31 (and other partners have promotions through Sept. 23, 2025).
– There are student, military/teacher/first responder discounts, plus retailer and betting partner offers.
– NFL Sunday Ticket includes flexible viewing features when paired with YouTube TV, such as family sharing, multiple simultaneous streams, multiview, and a Fantasy Football View.
What is NFL Sunday Ticket and how to get it
– NFL Sunday Ticket is the package that carries all Sunday out-of-market NFL games not broadcast on local CBS or FOX stations.
– It can be purchased as a standalone service or through YouTube TV, which also provides access to more than 100 live networks and other popular channels.
– NFL Sunday Ticket can also be accessed via YouTube Primetime Channels without YouTube TV.
Pricing and plans (key options)
– With YouTube TV:
– New customers: NFL Sunday Ticket with YouTube TV is $276 (eight payments of $34.50) on top of a YouTube TV account, which is $49.99/month for the first three months (saving about $99), then $82.99/month thereafter (offer expires Aug. 31).
– Returning customers: NFL Sunday Ticket with YouTube TV is $378 or $47.25/month.
– YouTube TV offers are part of the package; in some regions, payment options may vary (Colorado, Maine, Utah, Wisconsin may offer four monthly payments instead of 12).
– Month-to-month option: New subscribers can pay $85/month for a season-long, cancel-anytime plan; adding RedZone brings it to $94/month. Returning subscribers with YouTube TV may pay $115/month ($95 with RedZone) or $145/month ($155 with RedZone) depending on the configuration.
– Standalone NFL Sunday Ticket (no YouTube TV):
– New subscribers: $276 in eight payments of $34.50, or $318 total with NFL RedZone.
– Returning subscribers: $480 in eight payments of $60, or $522 with RedZone.
– If you don’t want RedZone, you can watch Sunday Ticket for $276 (eight payments of $34.50) with the option to add RedZone for $42 more, totaling $318.
Discounts and special offers
– Student discount: NFL Sunday Ticket for students is $119 for the season, or $129 with NFL RedZone.
– Military, veterans, first responders, medical personnel, and teachers: $198 for NFL Sunday Ticket, or $240 with RedZone.
– Verizon offers:
– Free NFL Sunday Ticket season pass when adding a new line on the carrier’s myPlan, or switching to Verizon Home Internet.
– Current Verizon customers who are returning NFL Sunday Ticket users or those coming from YouTube can get more than 40% off the regular price.
– These Verizon offers run through Sept. 23, 2025.
– Best Buy offers:
– NFL Sunday Ticket for $258 for returning subscribers who are My Best Buy Plus or My Best Buy Total members (pricing reflects annual memberships and perks like free shipping, extended returns, and other benefits).
– FanDuel deal:
– Three-week free trial of NFL Sunday Ticket when you bet $5; new FanDuel users can also receive $200 in Bonus Bets with their first $5 wager.
YouTube TV features with NFL Sunday Ticket
– Family sharing: Share NFL Sunday Ticket with up to five other family members at no extra cost.
– Multiple streams: Unlimited simultaneous streams within the home; outside the home, you can watch one or two separate streams.
– Multiview: YouTube TV subscribers can watch up to four live games at the same time.
– Fantasy Football View: A feature to track your fantasy team and players while watching games.
Upcoming NFL season timing and how it ties in
– The regular season starts Thursday, Sept. 4, with Cowboys at Eagles on NBC.
– A free Week 1 game will be streamed on Sept. 5: Chargers vs. Chiefs from São Paulo, Brazil.
– On Sunday, Sept. 7, eight early/late games air in the 1 p.m. ET and 4 p.m. ET windows on CBS and FOX, with NFL Sunday Ticket covering non-local games.
Notes for potential subscribers
– NFL Sunday Ticket can be purchased with YouTube TV or as a standalone package; YouTube TV adds a broad channel lineup and features that enhance viewing, such as family sharing and multiview.
– Discounts are time-limited, so signing up before Aug. 31 can unlock reduced pricing for many plans, though some partner offers extend into late September 2025.
– Always verify local availability and any regional payment options, as some plans may vary by state.
Additional value and context
– The combination of NFL Sunday Ticket and YouTube TV can be attractive for fans who want both out-of-market NFL games and broad live-network access, plus family sharing and multiple simultaneous streams in a single household.
– If you’re outdoors or traveling, the ability to stream multiple games on various devices can help you stay connected to the action.
Overall, NFL Sunday Ticket remains a flexible option for avid NFL fans, with a range of price points and discounts designed to fit different budgets and viewing habits as the 2025 season approaches.