When I had DirecTV NFLN was definitely my favorite channel. Switched to Cablevision a few months ago and I've been fine...but I'm sure I'll be missing it during the season. Fortunately the NFL website has tons of video. NFLN is so superior to ESPN it's like comparing a Mercedes with a 3-legged donkey.
Pretty much my thoughts. To me it's the perfect channel. I love the Top 10s, as you may know because I usually make threads about them when they include the Jets.