India, Aug. 6 -- ESPN announced on Tuesday that it is set to acquire the NFL Network and other National Football League media assets, including linear rights to the league's popular RedZone channel, in a blockbuster deal that gives the NFL a 10% equity stake in the all-sports network. Fans are now concerned about subscription prices, with some tweeting: 'Will prices rise?'

"By combining these NFL media assets with ESPN's reach and innovation, we're creating a premier destination for football fans. Together, ESPN and the NFL are redefining how fans engage with the game -- anytime, anywhere. This deal helps fuel ESPN's digital future, laying the foundation for an even more robust offering as we prepare to launch our new direct-to-consumer ...