Overview

• Negotiations remained unresolved as the Sept. 30/Oct. 1 contract deadline arrived, with industry reporting saying the sides were still far apart.
• YouTube TV said NBCUniversal is seeking higher fees than what consumers pay on Peacock and promised a $10 credit if NBC content is unavailable for an extended period.
• NBCUniversal accused Google of refusing the best market terms and claimed the company wants to control what viewers watch.
• Channels and shows at risk include NBC, Telemundo, Bravo, USA Network, MSNBC, CNBC and Golf Channel, along with Sunday Night Football, Big Ten football, the NBA, Premier League, Saturday Night Live and The Voice.
• Regional coverage could be disrupted, including NBC Sports Philadelphia’s pre- and postgame shows for the Phillies, Flyers and Sixers, if a blackout occurs.