The class-action lawsuit alleges that the NFL violated antitrust laws by allowing DirecTV to exclusively sell the "Sunday Ticket" package of out-of-market Sunday afternoon games at inflated prices, restricting competition.[1][2] The plaintiffs, representing over 2.4 million residential and 48,000 commercial subscribers from 2011-2023, are seeking $7 billion in damages, which could triple to $21 billion under antitrust laws.[2]

The key events in the lawsuit timeline are:

The NFL argues that Sunday Ticket is an optional add-on package for out-of-market fans, with local games available on broadcast networks.[2] However, the plaintiffs contend that the NFL's exclusive deal harmed competition and led to inflated prices for the only comprehensive out-of-market package.[1][2]

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