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Fox delays NFL media rights renegotiation until 2030, sticking to current deal.

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06 Aug 2026

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Fox CEO Lachlan Murdoch announced that Fox will not renegotiate its NFL media rights deal until closer to 2030, when the league can opt out of the current contract. Preliminary talks with the NFL and CBS-owner Paramount about extending deals and increasing fees did not lead to amendments. The NFL's current contracts with Fox and Paramount run through the 2029-30 season with opt-out clauses, and the league is seeking higher fees and longer guarantees. Fox remains committed to its positive relationship with the NFL and will revisit negotiations near the opt-out period. This decision highlights the NFL's valuable live game rights and ongoing media partnership dynamics ahead of potential future deals.

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