As a VPN expert, these are the VPNs I recommend for NFL streaming

Based on my age testing different VPN productsthese are the most important factors to consider when choosing a VPN to stream NFL games.

Streaming capabilities

Not all VPNs are created equal when it comes to how adept they are at unblocking geo-restricted streaming content. To be fair, streaming isn’t a high priority for every VPN. Some VPNs put a strong focus on streaming because they know that many of their customers sign up to stream content from different regions. Others may be more focused on privacy or otherwise may not have the resources to provide reliable streaming performance. Either way, you’ll want a VPN with a good track record when it comes to streaming if you want consistent and reliable access to services that stream NFL games.

Server locations

If you’re in the US and have an NFL Sunday Ticket subscription, you’ll want a VPN that has servers in different US regions. That’s because NFL Sunday Ticket only gives you access to out-of-market NFL games. So if you want to watch your local match, you will need to connect to a server outside of your current region. Otherwise, if you subscribe to a live TV streaming service like YouTube TV, Hulu with Live TV, or DirecTV, you can connect to servers in other locations to access regional shows. The more server locations you have available (especially in the US), the more options you have for streaming NFL games.

Speed

Using a VPN will slow down your internet speeds somewhat, but if you have a fast VPN (100Mbps or more) you probably won’t even notice the difference as long as your base internet speeds are fast to begin with. If your VPN slows down your speeds too much, your NFL streaming experience may be choppy. A fast VPN will ensure that the stream remains uninterrupted and you don’t miss a second of the action. For optimal speed performance, I recommend using WireGuard protocol or your VPN provider’s proprietary protocol.

Privacy

Privacy is an important issue for any VPN, whether you’re a casual user or have critical online privacy needs. Look for a VPN with AES 256-bit encryption, DNS leak protection, and a kill switch—at a minimum. This will help you increase your privacy and ensure that your online activity remains private.

Price

The price of the VPN service will be the main consideration for most people. Some VPNs cost $100 or more per year, but you can get premium VPN services that are great for streaming NFL games for as little as $40 per year.