The NFL is defending its strategy to expand its lineup of games on streaming platforms, facing criticism from President Donald Trump and scrutiny from the U.S. Justice Department. NFL executive vice president of media distribution, Hans Schroeder, stated the league is committed to its current model, which combines traditional broadcast with streaming services. He highlighted that 87% of NFL games are still available on free broadcast networks such as CBS, NBC, FOX, and ABC, asserting that the league is simply adapting to changing viewer habits in a cord-cutting era. Trump expressed concerns that streaming makes football less accessible for fans who may struggle to afford additional subscriptions. The Justice Department is reportedly examining the NFL's broadcast distribution practices for potential violations of antitrust laws under the Sports Broadcasting Act of 1961, which provides the league with certain protections. Despite the rising costs associated with subscribing to multiple services, the NFL plans to maintain its partnerships with platforms like Netflix and Amazon Prime to reach a broader audience.