I was able to get it free again this year. When I called I told them all I wanted was the Red Zone channel and that I could get it on Comcast or Dish for around $12. And that would rather cancel my direct Tv and go somewhere else thatw ould offer me this channel without having to buy the Sunday ticket. By the time I got off the phone...I had my bill lowered almost by half, Sunday ticket, the new Genie dvr (free installation) , and the protection plan with HBO & Show. It can be done....you just have to find someone that will work with you.