YouTube TV includes NFL Sunday Ticket at no extra cost
If you have a YouTube TV subscription, you can watch NFL Sunday Ticket games through the YouTube TV app or website without paying an additional fee. The games appear in the Sports section of your guide during the NFL season, and you can also find them by searching for "Sunday Ticket" or the team name you want to watch.
YouTube TV added Sunday Ticket to all its plans in 2023, making it available to every subscriber. You do not need a special tier or premium add-on — the games are included with your regular YouTube TV membership.
Key Takeaways
- NFL Sunday Ticket games are included with any YouTube TV subscription at no extra cost.
- Games appear in the Sports section of your guide and are searchable by team name during the NFL season.
- You can watch on the YouTube TV app, the YouTube TV website, or the main YouTube app if you are signed into your YouTube TV account.
- Sunday Ticket covers most out-of-market games on Sundays; your local games still air on CBS or Fox.
- You need an active YouTube TV subscription to watch — the service requires a monthly payment.
Finding Sunday Ticket games in your YouTube TV guide
Open the YouTube TV app or go to tv.youtube.com and sign in with your account. Tap or click the Sports category in the left sidebar to see all sports programming. During the NFL season (September through early January), Sunday Ticket games will appear here alongside other sports.
You can also search directly: use the search bar at the top and type the team name or "NFL Sunday Ticket." YouTube TV will show you upcoming games and let you add them to your library or set reminders. If you see a game you want to watch, click it to see the broadcast time and channel.
Watching on different devices
You can watch Sunday Ticket on any device where you can sign into YouTube TV: phones and tablets (iOS and Android), computers (Windows and Mac), streaming devices (Roku, Apple TV, Chromecast, Fire TV), and some smart TVs with the YouTube TV app built in.
If you use the main YouTube app instead of the YouTube TV app, make sure you are signed into the same Google account that has your YouTube TV subscription. The YouTube app will recognize your subscription and let you watch. On a smart TV, read the YouTube TV app directly from your TV's app store rather than the regular YouTube app for the best experience.
What games are covered by Sunday Ticket
Sunday Ticket shows games that are not broadcast in your local area. If your home team is playing, you will see that game on your local CBS or Fox channel instead. Games that air on Monday night (ESPN) or Thursday night (Amazon Prime Video or NFL Network) are not part of Sunday Ticket.
During the playoffs, Sunday Ticket coverage changes — some playoff games move to other networks, and not all of them are on Sunday Ticket. Check the YouTube TV guide closer to playoff time to see which games are available through your subscription.
Troubleshooting if you cannot find the games
If you do not see Sunday Ticket games in your guide, first check that you are signed into the correct Google account — the one linked to your YouTube TV subscription. Sign out and sign back in if you are unsure.
Next, confirm that your YouTube TV subscription is active and not paused. Go to your account settings (the profile icon in the top right) and select "Manage your membership." If your subscription is paused or canceled, you will need to resume it before games appear.
If games still do not show up, try closing the YouTube TV app completely and reopening it, or clear your browser cache if you are using the website. Restart your streaming device if you are watching on a TV. If none of these steps work, contact YouTube TV support through the Help section in your account settings.
Recording Sunday Ticket games to watch later
YouTube TV lets you record any game to your library. When you find a Sunday Ticket game in the guide, click the plus sign or the record button next to it. The game will be saved to your library and you can watch it anytime during the season.
YouTube TV stores recordings for nine months, so you can go back and rewatch games from earlier in the season. If you record a game, you can start watching it before it finishes airing — YouTube TV lets you jump in at any point.
YouTube TV subscription cost and what else is included
YouTube TV costs a monthly fee that varies by region; check your account settings or the YouTube TV website for the current price in your area. The subscription includes live TV channels (news, sports, entertainment, and local channels), cloud DVR storage, and the ability to watch on multiple devices at once depending on your plan.
Sunday Ticket is one of many sports offerings on YouTube TV. You also get access to ESPN, Fox Sports, NBC Sports, and other sports networks that carry college football, basketball, baseball, hockey, and soccer. If you cancel your YouTube TV subscription, you lose access to Sunday Ticket and all other content.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to pay extra for NFL Sunday Ticket on YouTube TV?
No. Sunday Ticket is included with your YouTube TV subscription at no additional cost. You only pay the regular YouTube TV monthly fee.
Can I watch Sunday Ticket games on my phone while I am away from home?
Yes. read the YouTube TV app on your phone, sign in with your account, and watch anywhere you have an internet connection. You do not need to be on your home network.
What happens to my Sunday Ticket access if I pause my YouTube TV subscription?
You lose access to all YouTube TV content, including Sunday Ticket, while your subscription is paused. When you resume it, your access returns when ready.
Are all NFL games on Sunday Ticket, or just some of them?
Sunday Ticket covers out-of-market games on Sundays. Your local team's game airs on CBS or Fox instead. Monday and Thursday night games air on other networks and are not part of Sunday Ticket.
Can I share my YouTube TV login with family members in another house?
YouTube TV allows multiple people to watch on the same account, but there are limits on simultaneous streams depending on your plan. Family members in another household can sign in with the account credentials, but YouTube TV may ask you to verify the device the first time.