DirecTV offers signature streaming packages, and its basic plan starts at $90 a month with fees (without the promo rates). YouTube TV, Sling, Fubo and Hulu Plus Live TV's plans all cost more, affecting the value of these services based on their channel lineups. With channel losses and price hikes, some of services may seem less appealing.

YouTube TV will launch a new sports-only subscription package in early 2026. The new plan will include ESPN Unlimited, FS1, NBC Sports Network and Golf Channel, among others. This package offers a more affordable option for sports fans who do not want a full cable bundle.

NFL RedZone — an around-the-horn live highlight show demonstrating all the action on NFL Sunday — is back for Week 15 of the 2025 season.

A standout channel lineup and user-friendly features make YouTube TV a top live TV streaming service, but its value isn't what it used to be.