Yeah it's already (basically) been confirmed that it is done.
I was initially forced into Direct many years back, and it has had up/downs with some drawbacks, particularly after AT&T's very puzzling acquisition of the company. But it is by far my favorite TV service too. I've tried YTTV, Hulu and Fubo, not to mention cable...none of them compared. I will likely stay on with Direct and accept the modest difference in per month cost.
I don't think I've once paid for the Ticket with Direct and had it every year since 2006. It's mostly due to Saints, but I have also become pretty used to RZ and just being able to flip around and watch whatever game I am into that day.