The NFL is back — and if you’re trying to cut the cord, figuring out how to stream every game this season can feel tougher than a goal-line stand. But don’t worry, I’m here to break down the best skinny bundles, passes, and streaming services for 2025 so you won’t miss a single down.
🔑 Where NFL Games Are in 2025
- CBS → Sunday AFC games
- FOX → Sunday NFC games
- NBC → Sunday Night Football
- ESPN & ESPN Unlimited → Monday Night Football
- Amazon Prime Video → Thursday Night Football
- NFL Network → Select international + late-season games
- Local affiliates → Your home team’s market
To see all of them, you’ll need coverage across CBS, FOX, NBC, ESPN/ESPN Unlimited, and Prime Video.
🥇 The Full Coverage Champions
YouTube TV – $72.99
- What you get: CBS, FOX, NBC, ESPN, NFL Network, local affiliates
- Why it wins: Unlimited DVR, nearly universal local coverage
- Downside: Pricey
👉 Best for fans who want “set it and forget it” coverage with no blackouts or surprises.
Hulu + Live TV – $76.99
- What you get: ABC, FOX, NBC, ESPN, local affiliates + Disney+ and Hulu included
- Why it wins: Great if you also stream shows/movies
- Downside: Missing CBS in many areas
👉 Works for fans whose teams are mostly on FOX/ABC/ESPN, but CBS gaps can sting.
DirecTV MySports – $69.99
- What you get: ESPN Unlimited, FS1/FS2, RSNs + (with MyNews add-on) all major broadcast networks
- Why it wins: Best for sports-first households who want ESPN Unlimited plus regional sports
- Downside: CBS and NBC availability depends on add-ons
👉 A new heavy hitter, especially if you care about more than just football.
Fubo Sports+ – $53
- What you get: ESPN Unlimited, regional sports, some local affiliates
- Why it wins: Lower price than YouTube/Hulu for ESPN + RSNs
- Downside: CBS/FOX/ABC/NBC coverage varies by market
👉 A great value if your team’s games line up with its coverage.
💰 The Budget Playbook
Sling Select – $30
- What you get: ABC, NBC, FOX, FS1
- Why it wins: Cheapest bundle with ABC + FOX + NBC
- Downside: No CBS, no ESPN unless you add extras
👉 Works if you’re mainly after local FOX + NBC games and Sunday Night Football.
DirecTV MyNews – $40
- What you get: CBS, ABC, NBC, FOX
- Why it wins: Broadcast-heavy package with CBS included
- Downside: No ESPN
👉 The cheapest way to guarantee CBS Sunday games + Sunday Night Football without paying for a big bundle.
Fox One + ESPN Unlimited Bundle – $40
- What you get: FS1, FS2, Fox One, ESPN Unlimited
- Why it wins: Budget-friendly ESPN + Fox combo
- Downside: No CBS or NBC
👉 Great if you want Monday Night Football and plenty of Fox sports, but not full coverage.
Amazon Prime Video – $14.99/month
- What you get: Thursday Night Football + select NBA games
- Why it wins: Only place for Thursday nights
- Downside: Just one game a week
👉 Consider it an add-on, not a standalone option.
Sling Micro-Passes – $4.99/day, $9.99 weekend, $14.99 week
- What you get: ESPN, FS1, some sports networks (no locals)
- Why it wins: Flexibility — pay just for the games you want
- Downside: Can’t replace CBS/FOX/NBC for NFL
👉 Perfect for casual fans who only want to stream one weekend at a time.
🏆 Sports Bundle Man’s Game Plan
If you want every NFL game in 2025 without cable:
- Best Overall: YouTube TV (all networks, unlimited DVR)
- Best Value: DirecTV MySports (add MyNews if you need full locals)
- Best Budget: Sling Select + Amazon Prime Video (covers FOX, NBC, ABC, SNF, TNF)
- Best Weekend-Only Hack: Sling Micro-Passes for a quick fix
🏈 The Final Word
There’s no single “perfect” skinny bundle for every fan. If you want all games, every week, YouTube TV is still king. But in 2025, thanks to Sling Select, Fox One, DirecTV bundles, and ESPN Unlimited, fans finally have real budget options to mix-and-match their NFL streaming lineup.