Just weeks after resolving a dispute with Fox, YouTube TV now faces a potential standoff with NBC.
On Thursday night, NBC warned that its channels could be pulled from the platform. If the two sides do not reach an agreement by Tuesday, programming could be at risk.
Per Front Office Sports' Eric Fisher, NBC said “YouTube TV has refused the best rates and terms in the market, demanding preferential treatment and seeking an unfair advantage over competitors to dominate the video marketplace — all under the false pretense of fighting for the consumer.”
NBC broadcasts a wide range of sporting events, including college football, the NFL’s Sunday Night Football, and NBA coverage starting in October. If the two sides fail to reach a deal, viewers will need to turn to alternative platforms to watch these events.
YouTube TV also carries this weekend’s Ryder Cup, one of golf’s premier tournaments. Follow along below for the latest updates on the dispute.
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YouTube TV and NBC dispute updates
Thursday, September 25
On Thursday night, NBCUniversal said that it may be dropped on YouTube TV if it does not come to a new agreement by Tuesday. The network started running messages for YouTube TV customers alerting them about the impending loss of networks if a deal isn’t reached.
YouTube TV may lose NBC Sports content like Sunday Night Football, college football, and even the NBA if the two do not agree to a new deal by Tuesday.
— Front Office Sports (@FOS) September 26, 2025
If NBC content is unavailable "for an extended period of time," YouTube TV will offer subscribers a $10 credit.
After NBCUniversal released the statement above, YouTube TV responded with the following:
“NBCUniversal is asking us to pay more than what they charge consumers for the same content on Peacock, which would mean less flexibility and higher prices for our subscribers.”
If the NBC channels are blacked out for an extended period of time, YouTube TV will offer a $10 credit for consumers.
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How to watch NBC without YouTube TV
YouTube TV has nearly 10 million subscribers, meaning many viewers across the country could be searching for alternatives if a deal isn’t reached.
One option is a digital antenna, which allows free access to local NBC affiliates—a simple and cost-effective way to watch NFL and college football games.
NBC affiliates are also available on a variety of other live TV streaming services.
| Streaming Option | Cable subscription needed? | Free? | Cost | Free Trial |
| NBC Sports | No | Yes | None | N/A |
| Peacock Premium | No | No | $10.99/month | Yes |
| Peacock Premium Plus | No | No | $16.99/month | Yes |
| Hulu + Live TV | No | No | $82.99/month | Yes |
| Sling TV* | No | No | $45.99/month | Yes |
| Fubo | No | No | $54.99/month | Yes |
*Sling TV only streams NBC in select markets, which can be found here.
For people wondering about Peacock, an official streaming service of NBCUniversal, the streaming platform will be unaffected.
The good news for YouTube TV customers is that even if they don't resolve their issues with NBC/Comcast, customers can just pay for Peacock separately and still get to witness the return of the NBA on NBC. https://t.co/ELIGoPUyzN
— 𝔸𝕔𝕖♠️🇳🇬 ☠️1-2 • PUNT YEAR (@JohnnyACE562) September 26, 2025
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When could YouTube TV subscribers lose NBC?
YouTube TV and NBCUniversal have until Tuesday to reach an agreement. If no deal is struck, NBC channels will be removed from the platform.
YouTube TV is offering subscribers a $10 credit if the parties fail to come to terms.
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