The NFL schedule release is a sacred date on every football fan's calendar, but this year, the excitement comes with a twist: figuring out exactly where to watch. For the 2026 season, the league is shaking up "Monday Night Football" doubleheaders, and two streaming giants are stepping into the spotlight.

Netflix and YouTube have both secured deals to broadcast these high-profile games, stepping in after ESPN returned four open doubleheader slots to the NFL following its acquisition of NFL Network. This shift means fans will need to navigate a split schedule between the two platforms, each offering a unique lineup of prime-time action.

According to reports, the plan is for Netflix and YouTube to share the doubleheader duties, with each service expected to handle about four or five games. Netflix, already known for its Christmas Day NFL broadcasts under a three-year deal, will add these Monday night games to its roster, potentially giving them up to six total broadcasts next season. YouTube, which dipped its toes into NFL streaming with just one game in 2025, is now set to land a five-game package, marking a significant expansion of its sports footprint.

For context, Netflix currently pays around $75 million per game for its Christmas broadcasts, and this new agreement underscores the growing value of streaming rights in professional football. Despite this digital shift, the NFL remains committed to traditional broadcast television, with 87% of games still airing on network TV last season—a number the league plans to maintain or even increase.

So, mark your calendars: come 2026, Monday nights will be split between Netflix and YouTube, offering fans more ways to catch every touchdown, tackle, and turnover. Whether you're tuning in from your living room or on the go, the game is just a click away.