NFL+ & NFL Network Review: Features, Accessibility and Sports Coverage
It’s almost time people! The preseason is here, and the long-awaited regular season is right around the corner. With the Chiefs hunting for a three-peat, the 49ers searching for redemption, and CJ Stroud looking to pick up where he left off after his outrageous rookie year, you’re going to want the best access possible. One way to easily open the doors to more NFL action at a bargain price is with a subscription to NFL+, which is a streaming service offering live local games, access to NFL Network, and more. In this guide, we will break it all down so you can decide if it’s for you. Let’s get into it.
What is NFL+?
NFL+ is the NFL’s official streaming service designed to provide quick and easy access to a plethora of NFL action, from live games to original programming. It puts the world of the NFL at the fingertips of the fans, designed around mobile-friendly viewing options that allow you to stay locked in whilst on the move.
Live Games
One of the biggest appeals of NFL+ is the ability to tune into live, in-market, and primetime games. This means you can watch all of your favorite team's matches, provided you live in the area, as well as every single showing of Thursday Night Football, Sunday Night Football, and Monday Night Football.
Unfortunately, it is not possible to tune into out-of-market games, however, NFL+ does offer radio coverage provided by the national, home, and away broadcasters. Fans who want to upgrade to NFL+ Premium will be able to catch these out-of-market games on replay after they have finished.
It is important to note that live games are only available via mobile and tablet devices.
Original Shows and Documentaries
Alongside the live in-market games, NFL+ boasts a fantastic library of shows and documentaries that tell the stories of the sport's greatest teams and players, both historical and present-day. For example, ‘A Football Life’ offers an in-depth look at the lives and careers of some of the NFL’s most influential figures. There is also ‘NFL 360’, a documentary series that explores the stories, people, and places that have defined the NFL over the years.
Subscribers will also get to enjoy classic original content such as ‘Mic’d Up’, ‘The NFL’s Top 100 Players’, and, of course, ‘Hard Knocks’. Collectively, this impressive library of goods gives you all the on-demand entertainment you need, informing you on the NFL’s best current players and legends of old. NFL+ users will also get access to NFL Network, which we discuss in more detail after this section.
Regional Restrictions
Unfortunately, black-out restrictions do remain in place for out-of-market games, which means the only games you will be able to tune into are the ones in your local area.
Availability
With NFL+ primarily being targeted at mobile and tablet users, it, unfortunately, does not feature in any major US TV streaming services. It cannot be watched directly through conventional television sets, however, some smart televisions can access some aspects of the service.
However, some very big TV streaming services, such as Fubo, Hulu + Live TV, Sling TV, and YouTube TV, all feature NFL Network as part of their channel offering. Their prices are as follows:
- fuboTV: $79.99 per month
- YouTube TV: $72.99 per month
- Hulu with Live TV: $76.99 per month
- SlingTV: $40-$55 per month
NFL+ Subscription Plans and Pricing
NFL+ ($6.99 per month or $49.99 per year)
- Live local & primetime regular season and postseason games on your phone or tablet
- NFL Network
- Live out-of-market preseason games
- Live game audio (home, away, & national calls) for every game
- NFL library programming on-demand and ad-free
- Ad-free game highlights
NFL+ Premium ($14.99 per month or $99.99 per year)
- All of the NFL+ regular subscription services
- NFL RedZone
- Game replays (full game, condensed game, and all-22 coaches film)
NFL Network with NFL+
One of the best aspects of NFL+ is that you will get to enjoy NFL Network, which has you covered with 24/7 NFL news and entertainment. This is where you can catch broadcasts of original programming, such as Good Morning Football and Inside Training Camp, in addition to some live games, including the 2024 International Series and 3 unannounced Week 17 games.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I watch all NFL games on NFL+?
No, you cannot watch all NFL games live on NFL+. Subscribers to NFL+ can tune into all in-market games via their mobile or tablet devices, but out-of-market games are not available live. NFL+ Premium subscribers can access full replays of these out-of-market games once they have finished.
How much does NFL+ cost?
NFL+ costs $6.99 per month or $49.99 per year, and NFL+ Premium costs $14.99 per month or $99.99 per year.
Is NFL+ only for mobile devices?
NFL+ is primarily targeted at mobile and tablet devices. Whilst some aspects of the service are available on Smart TVs, live games are only available to watch on mobile and tablet devices.
What devices support NFL+?
NFL+ is available on iPhones, iPads, Apple TVs, Android Phones, Android Tablets, Android TVs, Google TVs, Roku, FireTV, Xbox Series S & X, Vizio 2020+ and LG 2020+
Is there a free trial available?
NFL+ does not offer a free trial. However, if you would like to try out NFL Network for free, you can do so by subscribing for a free trial to one of the TV streaming services that offers NFL Network as part of its package.
Can I use NFL+ on multiple devices?
Yes, you can use NFL+ on multiple devices.
Author: Venuse, Inc.