Chiefs 2013 NFL Sunday Ticket + Alternatives - Page 15

CaliforniaChief · 06-28-2013, 06:11 PM

I know we had this thread last year, but things change every year so I thought I'd post this.

I've been with DirecTV for about 6 years now for the Ticket, but I can't afford it anymore. So I thought I'd see what things we learn as we negotiate, work around the Ticket, and find ways to watch our Chiefs games out of market as affordable as possible.

I know there's a promotion with Madden 25. What else is there this year?

**lewdog** · 07-13-2014, 05:13 PM

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Originally Posted by 3rd&48ers

The only thing good about DTV is NFLST...

When they leave I am gone the next day

Yup that's the only reason for me too. When that changes, I'm out. I'll even pay the cancellation fee to do it.

bigjosh · 07-13-2014, 05:38 PM

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Originally Posted by 3rd&48ers

The only thing good about DTV is NFLST...

When they leave I am gone the next day

Yeah that is the only thing that made me switch. I live in rhode island so the only damn games we get is patriots, broncos, giants, or jets. Ive done most of my football watching on the laptop the last few years.

Chiefs Pantalones · 07-13-2014, 06:04 PM

Dang...I must be lucky as F.

Why Not? · 07-13-2014, 09:55 PM

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Originally Posted by lewdog

Yup that's the only reason for me too. When that changes, I'm out. I'll even pay the cancellation fee to do it.

Count me amongst your numbers as well

Mother****erJones · 07-13-2014, 10:19 PM

Directv is way better than cable and dish.

**The Bad Guy** · 07-13-2014, 10:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Mother****erJones

Directv is way better than cable and dish.

Gap is closing big time.

DirecTV's huge popularity was due to their willingness to go above to keep customers.

If Sunday Ticket leaves there ever, it's going to take a big hit.

Mother****erJones · 07-13-2014, 10:31 PM

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Originally Posted by The Bad Guy

Gap is closing big time.

DirecTV's huge popularity was due to their willingness to go above to keep customers.

If Sunday Ticket leaves there ever, it's going to take a big hit.

I just had an awful time with comcast. Dish is meh my brother had it. I've always had good experiences with Directv

Carlota69 · 07-13-2014, 10:33 PM

I have had DTV and NFLT for over 12 years now. The most I've ever paid for it was $100, but usually I pay $60 or it's completely free. The lat 2 years it's been free.

Today I called to get my Ticket handled, and not only did they not give me a deal, but they also were very nonchalant about letting me cancel. I have never had that happen. And I am always nice and polite. But today, it was a no go and they were ready to let me walk even though I am no longer under contract, therefore for termination fees.

So, thankfully for me, I just happened to watch the World Cup in a bar close to my house that just so happens to have a Chiefs fan as a GM. They said they'd be happy to show all the chiefs games, with sound every Sunday for me. Now, I just have to get my Roku situation handled, for intenet TV, and tell DTV to Kiss.My.Ass.

**The Bad Guy** · 07-13-2014, 10:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Carlota69

I have had DTV and NFLT for over 12 years now. The most I've ever paid for it was $100, but usually I pay $60 or it's completely free. The lat 2 years it's been free.

Today I called to get my Ticket handled, and not only did they not give me a deal, but they also were very nonchalant about letting me cancel. I have never had that happen. And I am always nice and polite. But today, it was a no go and they were ready to let me walk even though I am no longer under contract, therefore for termination fees.

So, thankfully for me, I just happened to watch the World Cup in a bar close to my house that just so happens to have a Chiefs fan as a GM. They said they'd be happy to show all the chiefs games, with sound every Sunday for me. Now, I just have to get my Roku situation handled, for intenet TV, and tell DTV to Kiss.My.Ass.

Yep. It's amazing how they've done a complete 180.

The last straw for me was telling me I received credits I never got.

**hometeam** · 07-13-2014, 10:54 PM

Agreed, last time I called them couldnt get anything out of them but 3 months of free HBO, was gunning for a whole lot more and have always got it in the past.

Why Not? · 07-13-2014, 11:36 PM

I think someone earlier nailed it. AT&T owns them now and they have more $ than God. Plus I'm sure by now they've figured with the NFL as popular as it is for every person who cancels, 5 sign up. At $240 for the year it seems cheaper than some years past but I can't remember. I normally call and angle for a deal as well but since I just got some stuff from them and based on what y'all are saying, maybe I'll just pay it this year and try for a deal next.

Chiefs Pantalones · 07-13-2014, 11:48 PM

I've gotten it free every year since I've had it including this year. I don't know why. My mother and father-in-law can't get it for free to save their lives' for some reason and we both have the same programming.

We're moving back to KC in about a year and we'll likely go back to cable though because the only reason I have it is for Chiefs. Although my wife is a Cowboys fan so she might wanna keep it.

Mother****erJones · 07-14-2014, 05:48 AM

I'm going to call and I'll let y'all know

ILChief · 07-14-2014, 06:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Why Not?

I think someone earlier nailed it. AT&T owns them now and they have more $ than God. Plus I'm sure by now they've figured with the NFL as popular as it is for every person who cancels, 5 sign up. At $240 for the year it seems cheaper than some years past but I can't remember. I normally call and angle for a deal as well but since I just got some stuff from them and based on what y'all are saying, maybe I'll just pay it this year and try for a deal next.

It had gotten to almost 400 at one point. I'm guessing a bunch of people cancelled and then they cut it to 200. Then 220, now 240...

kcxiv · 07-14-2014, 06:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Armadillo Skin

Why would the NFL have an exclusive deal with DTV?

NFL only deals in exclusives for everything. Al teams use same jersey brand. All teams use same drink brand , NFL ticket exclusive. Their video games are exclusive. They know the power they have they set the price and it gets done. NFL is greedy as ****

06-28-2013, 06:11 PM
CaliforniaChief #RIPAce Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: So Cal Casino cash: $12422899	2013 NFL Sunday Ticket + Alternatives I know we had this thread last year, but things change every year so I thought I'd post this. I've been with DirecTV for about 6 years now for the Ticket, but I can't afford it anymore. So I thought I'd see what things we learn as we negotiate, work around the Ticket, and find ways to watch our Chiefs games out of market as affordable as possible. I know there's a promotion with Madden 25. What else is there this year?
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07-13-2014, 06:04 PM	#213
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07-13-2014, 10:33 PM	#218
Carlota69 MVP Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Las Vegas Casino cash: $9925282	I have had DTV and NFLT for over 12 years now. The most I've ever paid for it was $100, but usually I pay $60 or it's completely free. The lat 2 years it's been free. Today I called to get my Ticket handled, and not only did they not give me a deal, but they also were very nonchalant about letting me cancel. I have never had that happen. And I am always nice and polite. But today, it was a no go and they were ready to let me walk even though I am no longer under contract, therefore for termination fees. So, thankfully for me, I just happened to watch the World Cup in a bar close to my house that just so happens to have a Chiefs fan as a GM. They said they'd be happy to show all the chiefs games, with sound every Sunday for me. Now, I just have to get my Roku situation handled, for intenet TV, and tell DTV to Kiss.My.Ass. __________________ Women want someone who can make them laugh and protect them. So basically a Clown Ninja.
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07-13-2014, 10:54 PM	#220
hometeam Supporter Join Date: Jul 2011 Casino cash: $4121956	Agreed, last time I called them couldnt get anything out of them but 3 months of free HBO, was gunning for a whole lot more and have always got it in the past.
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07-13-2014, 11:36 PM	#221
Why Not? In Search of a Life Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Kansas Casino cash: $3158994	I think someone earlier nailed it. AT&T owns them now and they have more $ than God. Plus I'm sure by now they've figured with the NFL as popular as it is for every person who cancels, 5 sign up. At $240 for the year it seems cheaper than some years past but I can't remember. I normally call and angle for a deal as well but since I just got some stuff from them and based on what y'all are saying, maybe I'll just pay it this year and try for a deal next.
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07-13-2014, 11:48 PM	#222
Chiefs Pantalones GO CHIEFS!!!!!! Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Kansas City Casino cash: $7908717	I've gotten it free every year since I've had it including this year. I don't know why. My mother and father-in-law can't get it for free to save their lives' for some reason and we both have the same programming. We're moving back to KC in about a year and we'll likely go back to cable though because the only reason I have it is for Chiefs. Although my wife is a Cowboys fan so she might wanna keep it. __________________ Don't be fooled by my username, I'm white.
Posts: 26,630