As the Philadelphia Eagles gear up to face the Green Bay Packers on Monday Night Football, fans are scrambling for ways to tune in, especially with the ongoing YouTube TV and Disney spat leaving ESPN and ABC off the platform. This clash, set for 8:15 p.m. ET, promises high stakes in the NFC, but the real tension is off the field for cord-cutters.
Traditionally, Monday Night Football airs on ESPN and ABC, and tonight's no exception. If you're a YouTube TV subscriber, you're out of luck there— the blackout means no access to those channels. But don't sweat it; plenty of alternatives keep the game in reach. Fubo stands out with its 7-day free trial, letting you stream ABC and ESPN live without upfront cost, plus local channels in most markets. DirecTV Stream offers a similar five-day free trial, ideal for dipping in just for the game.
Other solid picks include Hulu + Live TV, starting at $82.99 a month after a three-day trial, or Sling TV's Orange + Blue package for $60 monthly—both carry the necessary networks. For those hunting freebies, ESPN's app requires a cable login, but trials from these services can bridge the gap. Over-the-air antennas snag ABC for free if you're near a broadcaster, a no-nonsense option amid rising streaming fees.
With carriage disputes like this one highlighting the fragility of live sports access, it's worth pondering if these blackouts are pushing viewers toward more traditional setups or just more frustration in an already crowded market.
