The NFL and YouTube have reportedly entered the final stages of a contract for a five-game streaming package for the 2026 season. While the specific matchups are unconfirmed, potential games include the season opener in Australia and several holiday-themed slots.
This deal arrives amid ongoing legal scrutiny regarding whether the NFL’s antitrust exemption applies to streaming platforms rather than traditional broadcast networks.
Despite the league’s efforts to expand its digital reach, last year’s free YouTube broadcast saw lower-than-expected viewership numbers.
