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NFL Eyes New Media Deal Ahead of 2026 Season

3/15/2026

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  • The NFL aims to complete a new media rights deal before the 2026 season.
  • Current deals cannot be exited until after the 2029 season.
  • The league expects no opposition to new agreements.
  • Shawne Merriman, a former NFL player, says streaming services may collaborate to afford rising NFL rights costs.
  • Roger Goodell, NFL Commissioner, said negotiations will begin after the NFL Players’ Association appoints a new executive director.