YouTube has announced the pricing details for the upcoming season of NFL Sunday Ticket. The package will be available on YouTube TV, and users can purchase it at different price points depending on several factors, including whether or not they are subscribers of the platform.
Different Price Points Based on Subscription
The basic package costs $249 per season for YouTube TV subscribers if purchased by June 6, while it costs $349 if purchased after that date. For those who want to add RedZone to their subscription, the cost is $289 during the presale period and $389 after June 6.
Non-subscribers can still purchase the package, but it will cost slightly more than for those subscribed to YouTube TV. The cost for non-subscribers is $349 during presale and $449 after June 6. Adding RedZone to this subscription costs $389 during presale and $489 after June 6.
No Restrictions on Choosing Online Product
One major advantage of using YouTube’s Sunday Ticket package is that there are no restrictions on choosing the online product. Unlike some other services, fans cannot buy a single team or game yet but YouTube is researching the right packages for users.
Features of Sunday Ticket
YouTube is adding various features to Sunday Ticket to enhance viewership and improve the user experience. This includes a four-game view that allows users to watch four games at once, unlimited DVR storage, personalized recommendations, NFL fantasy data, real-time stats and “hide spoilers.”
For those subscribed through Primetime Channels there will be key plays and the four-game view as well. Additionally, YouTube is planning to integrate shopping into its football offering, tapping into some of its top creators to produce behind-the-scenes content on game days.
Bidding War Won by YouTube TV
YouTube won the bidding war for NFL Sunday Ticket for a reported $2 billion per year over seven years. This marks the first time that Sunday Ticket will not air on DirecTV in over 40 years as the rights were acquired by Google-owned YouTube. According to reports, DirecTV had about two million Sunday Ticket subscribers.
NFL Schedule Release and Opening Day
YouTube TV subscribers will be able to plan their viewing in May when the NFL schedule is released. The opening Sunday for NFL’s 2023 season on September 10 marks the launch of NFL Sunday Ticket on YouTube TV.
In conclusion, YouTube’s announcement of pricing and features for NFL Sunday Ticket has generated excitement among fans. The package offers several advantages including no restrictions on choosing the online product, personalized recommendations and shopping integration. With opening day on September 10, fans are eagerly anticipating watching their favorite teams through YouTube TV.
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