For better or worse, the number of ways to watch NFL and college football games has exploded in 2025.

While you once need a bloated pay TV bundle just to stream your local teams, this year brings new standalone options from ESPN and Fox, skinnier channel bundles from pay TV providers, and shorter-term subscription plans from Sling. Slice and dice things the right way, and you’ll save a bunch of money compared to what you might have spent in previous years.

But with so many potential paths for football coverage, it’s hard to keep track of what’s even available, let alone what the best option is. Here is my best attempt to point you in the right direction.

First, know which channels you need

The scenarios below are focused on channels rather than specific teams. If you’re not sure which

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