Your On3 | Rivals Subscription Now Includes The Athletic — For New Subscribers Only
What is the On3 | Rivals + The Athletic subscriber benefit?
On3 | Rivals now offers complimentary access to The Athletic as a benefit for new annual subscribers. When you join On3 | Rivals on an annual plan, you get everything you already love about On3 | Rivals—recruiting news, message boards, NIL valuations, transfer portal intel, and insider team coverage—plus award-winning journalism from The Athletic, covering college and pro sports across the country.
💡 Note: Access is only available to new On3 | Rivals annual subscribers who redeem during an active subscription period. This benefit is not available to existing On3 | Rivals members or current Athletic subscribers. On3 reserves the right to deny access codes or limit distribution at our sole discretion, for any reason and without explanation.
What is The Athletic?
The Athletic, part of The New York Times, delivers powerful stories and smart analysis that bring sports fans closer to the heart of the game. From breaking news and live commentary, to deeply-reported long reads and exclusive interviews, readers rely on The Athletic for every sports story that matters.
Is a credit card required to redeem access?
No. You do not need to provide a credit card to redeem your complimentary access to The Athletic.
How long is this complimentary access to The Athletic?
Your complimentary access to The Athletic lasts for 1 full year from the date you redeem your code, as long as your On3 | Rivals annual subscription is active at the time of redemption. This offer is currently being provided for one year only. Any extension of this benefit beyond the initial year has not yet been determined.
What if I already have a subscription to The Athletic?
This benefit is for users not currently subscribed to The Athletic. It cannot be applied to an existing account or used to extend/modify a current subscription.
Who is eligible to receive this benefit?
Only new On3 | Rivals annual subscribers are eligible to receive this benefit.
When do I get access to The Athletic?
If you joined On3 | Rivals on an annual plan with a trial offer (such as $1 for the first 7 days), you’ll receive your access code after your trial ends and your full payment is processed.
💡 Want access sooner?
If you’d like to skip the trial and pay the full annual rate ($119.99) today to get immediate access, just email support@on3.com and we’ll help expedite it.
How do I activate my access to The Athletic?
Instructions will be sent via email. If you did not receive an email please contact support@on3.com
Will I need a separate login for The Athletic?
Yes, you will receive an email with instructions on how to create an account with The Athletic.
Can I share my The Athletic access with someone else?
No, your access is tied to your On3 | Rivals subscription and is for personal use only.
I never received my activation email. What should I do?
First, check your spam folder. If you still do not see it, reach out to support@on3.com for assistance.
I clicked the activation link, but it is not working.
Try these troubleshooting steps:
• Refresh your browser or try a different device.
• Ensure you are using the same email associated with your On3 subscription.
• If the issue persists, contact The Athletic’s Customer Support.
Can I still access The Athletic if I let my On3 | Rivals subscription expire?
No. This benefit is tied to your On3 | Rivals annual subscription. If your subscription lapses or is canceled, access to The Athletic may be revoked.
Important Terms for Access Codes
Please note the following terms related to your access code for The Athletic:
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One-time use only: Each access code is valid for a single use and cannot be replaced if lost or unused.
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No combination with other offers: Access codes may not be used in conjunction with any other offer.
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No cash or stored value: Codes hold no monetary value and cannot be exchanged for cash or credit.
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No balance remains after redemption: The code is fully consumed upon activation—there is no remaining balance.
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New subscriptions only: Codes cannot be applied to existing subscriptions. They are valid only for new subscriptions or for a different subscription type.
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Redemption date starts the clock: The one-year subscription period begins the day the recipient redeems the access code.
I have more questions. Who can I contact?
We are happy to help. Reach out to On3 Customer Support for any additional questions.
Please note: On3 reserves the right to deny access codes or limit distribution at our sole discretion, for any reason and without explanation.