Verizon is kicking off the 2026 NFL season by offering YouTube's NFL Sunday Ticket on us with select mobile and home internet plans, the company announced July 30. Customers can save up to $480 on the popular out-of-market game package by taking advantage of the promotion, available through September 2.
To qualify, new and existing customers can purchase an eligible 5G phone and activate a new smartphone line on an Unlimited Ultimate or Unlimited Plus plan. Alternatively, they can switch an existing line to one of those plans after buying an eligible 5G phone. Home internet customers are also eligible: those who switch to Verizon's 100% fiber-optic Fios Home Internet plans or select premium options like 5G Home Ultimate or Verizon Home Internet Lite Extra can get the Sunday Ticket included. Additionally, switching to a premium Frontier Fiber tier (1G, 2G, 5G, or 7G) qualifies for the offer. Existing Verizon Home Internet customers and new or existing Simplicity customers can obtain a standalone subscription to YouTube's NFL Sunday Ticket for $234, or the NFL Sunday Ticket + NFL RedZone streaming bundle for $276.
Beyond the Sunday Ticket promotion, Verizon is launching Verizon Shine, part of the new Verizon Loyalty Program. This program offers customers once-in-a-lifetime opportunities, including weekly chances to win epic experiences. For instance, starting the week of August 3, customers can enter to win an all-expenses-paid five-day trip to see the Pittsburgh Steelers vs. New Orleans Saints in the first NFL game in Paris. The My Verizon app will feature daily surprises, unforgettable experiences, and football fan surprises throughout the year.
The Verizon Loyalty Program also eliminates activation and upgrade fees and introduces Verizon Dollars, allowing customers to earn 3% cash back each month simply for being a customer. These perks aim to reward and delight customers every day.
This promotion and loyalty program underscore Verizon's strategy to deepen customer engagement by bundling premium sports content with its core connectivity services. For fans, the offer removes a significant cost barrier to accessing out-of-market NFL games, potentially reshaping how viewers choose their mobile and home internet providers. The inclusion of unique experiences like the Paris game further differentiates Verizon in a competitive telecom market.
Customers can sign up for YouTube's NFL Sunday Ticket at verizon.com/nfl-sunday-ticket-on-youtube-streaming/ or visit a Verizon store to select the right plan for the regular season. To participate in Verizon Shine, they should check the My Verizon app for daily surprises and once-in-a-lifetime experiences. The offer runs through September 2, so early action is advised to secure the savings before kickoff.
