Netflix aims to acquire NFL Sunday afternoon games from Fox and CBS in upcoming media deal

Netflix is making moves in the world of NFL broadcasting, with plans to snag Sunday afternoon games from Fox and CBS in the league’s next media deal. This potential change comes after Netflix streamed its first NFL games on Christmas, hinting at a bigger future in football broadcasting.

Reports from ProFootballTalk reveal that Netflix is eyeing the Sunday afternoon games, which currently belong to Fox and CBS. The current media deals are set to continue until 2033, but the NFL has the option to end them earlier in 2029, and that seems likely.

This shift would shake up the NFL broadcast landscape, with Netflix becoming a significant player. If Netflix secures these games, one of the current partners might have to step aside or move to Sunday mornings. This potential move is part of a trend where streaming services are making their mark on professional sports.

Prior to its Christmas NFL broadcast, Netflix aired the Mike Tyson and Jake Paul boxing match, receiving criticism for that event. Amazon has also entered the sports streaming arena, taking on Thursday Night Football exclusively, and NBC recently had its first Peacock-exclusive playoff game.

With this shift towards streaming platforms taking over sports broadcasting, the future of NFL games on our screens might look very different in the years to come.