Did the same analysis about 3 years ago. DirecTV won. I've been very happy with it. I found they blew Dish away for the channels I wanted.

At that time, the friend referral deal on top of their current promotion was better than the Delta deal. Get one of your friends' account numbers, and you and he will get 10 bucks off for the next 10 months. Then after your discounts start falling off, just call and ask what their current promotions are, or start agitating about going back to cable. They will work with you.

I think they're offering Season Ticket for free right now.