How to Watch Monday Night Football if You Use YouTube TV (Madison Area)
TL;DR: YouTube TV lost ABC and ESPN in a Disney dispute, affecting MNF. Quick fixes: subscribe to ESPN app, switch to CUE, or use an indoor antenna for ABC. Some users may get a $20 credit. Read the full walk-through for steps. Find out why this happened and other FAQs. Read the full article for detailed instructions.
Watch MNF Tonight: 3 Fast Options
- ESPN App — Sign up, install, tap Live, press play. (Standalone starts at $29.99/mo.)
- CUE — Simple bundle replacement. CUE’s public lineup includes ABC and ESPN; verify your local during signup. Start CUE.
- Antenna — If you just need the ABC simulcast, plug in an indoor antenna and scan channels.
👉 Need step-by-step instructions? Read the full walk-through here: How to Watch Monday Night Football — Do This Now.
Why This Is Happening
More than 20 Disney-owned channels—including ABC and ESPN—were removed from YouTube TV after the contract expired at 11:59 PM ET on Oct 30, 2025. A new deal hasn’t been announced yet.
Quick Buyer FAQ
Can I still watch MNF with YouTube TV?
Not on ABC/ESPN during the blackout. Use the ESPN app, try CUE, or use an antenna for ABC.
Is YouTube TV offering anything?
Some subscribers can claim a $20 bill credit during the dispute.
Sources: The Verge on the blackout timing/details; ESPN site for ESPN app plans; Business Insider on the $20 credit.
