DOJ opens antitrust investigation into NFL over subscription fee concerns

Published April 9, 2026 5:59pm ET



The Justice Department has opened an antitrust investigation into the National Football League over concerns that its media rights practices may be driving up costs for fans and limiting access to games, according to a source familiar with the matter who confirmed the investigation to the Washington Examiner.

The scope of the inquiry remains unclear, though it appears focused on affordability and fair competition among providers, according to a report by the Wall Street Journal.

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