The announcement is likely to come next week as NFL continues to increase its relationships with digital partners.

The NFL is nearing a deal with YouTube for its Sept. 5 game in Brazil that will feature the Chargers as the home team, according to multiple reports.

This year's Week 1 Friday night game from Brazil will, like last year, be available via streaming. Unlike last year, it will reportedly stream at no charge. Previously, the candidates were YouTube, Warner Brothers Discovery,