FanDuel Sports Network is not available on YouTube TV
FanDuel Sports Network (formerly Fox Sports Net) does not carry its programming through YouTube TV. YouTube TV's sports lineup includes ESPN, Fox Sports, NBC Sports, and regional sports networks owned by Sinclair, but FanDuel Sports Network operates as a separate service and has not signed a carriage agreement with YouTube TV.
If you want to watch FanDuel Sports Network content, you will need to use a different streaming service or cable provider. The network is available through some cable and satellite providers, and FanDuel also operates its own direct-to-consumer streaming option.
Key Takeaways
- FanDuel Sports Network is not part of YouTube TV's channel lineup and has no announced plans to join.
- You can watch FanDuel Sports Network through cable or satellite providers that carry it, or through FanDuel's own streaming service.
- YouTube TV does carry other regional sports networks and major sports channels, so you may find some of the games you want through those options.
- Checking your cable provider's app or FanDuel's streaming service directly is faster than waiting for YouTube TV to add the network.
Where to watch FanDuel Sports Network instead
FanDuel Sports Network operates its own streaming platform where you can watch live games and on-demand content. You can visit the FanDuel Sports Network website or read their app to see what games are available and whether you can stream them in your area. Some games are free to watch, while others require a cable or satellite login to verify your subscription.
If you have cable or satellite service through providers like Comcast, Charter, DirecTV, or Dish Network, you may already have access to FanDuel Sports Network as part of your package. Check your provider's app or contact their customer service to confirm whether the network is included in your plan and how to access it.
Sports channels that YouTube TV does include
YouTube TV carries ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU, Fox Sports 1, Fox Sports 2, NBC Sports Network, and Turner Sports channels like TNT and TBS. The service also includes regional sports networks operated by Sinclair Broadcast Group, which carry local teams in many markets. If you are looking for a specific team's games, search YouTube TV's channel guide to see whether that team's local broadcasts are available in your area.
YouTube TV's sports coverage changes based on your location. Some regional networks are available in certain markets but not others. You can check which channels are available to you by entering your zip code on YouTube TV's website before you subscribe.
Why FanDuel Sports Network is not on YouTube TV
Streaming services negotiate carriage agreements with networks on a case-by-case basis. FanDuel Sports Network and YouTube TV have not reached an agreement, which means the network's content does not appear in YouTube TV's lineup. This is not unusual — many cable networks are not available on every streaming service.
Carriage disputes can last months or years, and sometimes they are never resolved. Rather than wait for a potential agreement, it is more practical to use the streaming options that are already available for the content you want to watch.
Using YouTube TV alongside other services
Many people subscribe to YouTube TV for its core sports channels and cable content, then add a second service for networks that YouTube TV does not carry. If FanDuel Sports Network is the main reason you need another service, the cost of adding it may be lower than switching away from YouTube TV entirely.
FanDuel Sports Network's streaming service costs vary depending on your location and whether you already have a cable login. Check their website for current pricing in your area. You can also contact FanDuel Sports Network's customer service to ask whether a bundle or discount is available if you already subscribe to another streaming service.
Checking for game availability before you subscribe
Before you commit to a new streaming service, verify that the specific games you want to watch are actually broadcast on FanDuel Sports Network. Some games may air on national networks like ESPN or Fox instead, which are already on YouTube TV. Visit FanDuel Sports Network's schedule page or your team's official website to see which channel will carry upcoming games.
If most of your team's games air on national networks, you may not need FanDuel Sports Network at all. YouTube TV's existing sports channels might cover the games you care about without requiring an additional subscription.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will YouTube TV add FanDuel Sports Network in the future?
YouTube TV has not announced any plans to add FanDuel Sports Network. Carriage agreements depend on negotiations between the companies, and there is no public timeline for when or whether an agreement might happen. Check YouTube TV's channel updates periodically if you want to know when or if this changes.
Can I use a cable login to watch FanDuel Sports Network on YouTube TV?
No. YouTube TV does not support cable logins for FanDuel Sports Network because the network is not part of YouTube TV's lineup. You would need to watch through FanDuel Sports Network's own app or website, where you can use your cable provider login if your provider carries the network.
What teams does FanDuel Sports Network broadcast?
FanDuel Sports Network carries regional sports content, primarily NBA, NHL, and MLB games for teams in specific markets. The network's coverage varies by region. Visit FanDuel Sports Network's website or check your local listings to see which teams are available in your area.
Is FanDuel Sports Network free to watch?
Some FanDuel Sports Network content is free, but most live games require either a cable or satellite login or a paid subscription to their streaming service. Check their website to see which games are free in your area and which require a login or subscription.