I fear that we are. Each of the last two years we had one pay per view on Peacock. I think that has been a test to see how much money can be made this way by ND.
If it does happen, we will not be allowed to buy individual games again. Following some attend in person models, virtual season ticket purchasers may have to purchase football and basketball virtual tickets or not get season virtual football games.
The days of watching any ND games on television for free may soon be over. This may take as long as 5 years to take place; but I think it is coming.