The National Football League season is fast approaching, and that means a financial decision is in order for many bigtime NFL fans. No I’m not referring to those who buy season tickets for their favorite team. This is the time of year that many have to figure out whether the NFL Sunday Ticket offer is within their means. Lets take a look at a few of the frequently asked questions about this popular package.

Can I get the NFL Sunday Ticket on cable?

No. This package remains an exclusive of Direct TV. In fact, the contract to carry the NFL package has been renewed by the NFL and Direct TV, meaning you will only get full access on satellite TV through the year 2014. There is some hope that the Red Zone channel may be available to cable TV companies and Dish Network, but it won’t be happening in the 2009 season.

How much is the Sunday Ticket going to cost this year?

Right now, early bird sign ups can get the NFL package for 9.95, or five payments of $55.99. The regular price is expected to be $300 for the full season.

Will the games be in high definition?

Only if you subscribe to the Superfan package plus the Sunday Ticket. Superfan is 0, or five payments on your billing statement. It will provide high definition access, as well as the Red Zone channel and SuperCast access which will allow you to stream the games to your computer or cell phone.

Which games are included?

The NFL Sunday Ticket package will show you all of the games that are not on regular network or cable TV. This means all of the early and late games each Sunday. The Monday Night Football game and the Sunday evening games will continue to be on ESPN and NBC respectively.

So is the Direct TV Sunday Ticket package in your budget this year? With costs nearing 0 for full access, it certainly is a decision that you shouldn’t rush to make.

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