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In a world of infinite broadcasting and streaming options, football fans just want to know how to watch their beloved NFL games. Luckily, we can help with that.
The NFL is back, and soon the league will be embarking on a five-month journey that will ultimately crown the winner of Super Bowl 61. A total of 285 games will be played over 18 weeks — if you're a true fan, you need to know how to tune in for all the action.
Those with a traditional satellite or cable package will be able to watch their teams on local channels, but cord-cutters might need a little more help navigating which streaming option to use. The Sporting News can help with that.
Here is everything you need to know about watching NFL games during the 2026 season, including the best streaming options for this year's top matchups.
NFL live streams 2026
There are several streaming options available for a typical slate of NFL games.
DIRECTV, fubo and YouTube TV give subscribers the ability to watch games on ABC, CBS, ESPN, Fox and NBC and they both offer a free trial for new users.
If you want to watch a Fox game and have a standard cable package, you can stream the game on the Fox Sports app or website. If you're searching for a CBS game, Paramount+ is a good streaming option.
There are also designated broadcasters and streamers for primetime games.
Amazon Prime will remain the home of 'Thursday Night Football', while NBC will keep the rights to 'Sunday Night Football', which will also be streamable on Peacock.
'Monday Night Football' games will air on ESPN and ABC throughout the season, making the ESPN app another place to stream those matchups.
| Streaming option | Cable subscription needed? | Free? | Cost | Free trial? |
| Amazon Prime Video (TNF) | No | No | $14.99/month | Yes |
| FoxSports.com/Fox Sports App | Yes | Yes | — | — |
| Paramount+ | No | No | $8.99/month | Yes |
| Peacock (SNF) | No | No | $12.99/month | No |
| NFL+ (mobile only) | No | No | $6.99/month | No |
| NFL+ Premium | No | No | $14.99/month | No |
| fubo | No | No | $88.99/month | Yes |
| DIRECTV | No | No | $89.99/month | Yes |
| ESPN app (MNF) | No | No | $31.99/month | No |
| Hulu Plus Live TV | No | No | $89.99/month | Yes |
| Sling TV | No | No | $45.99/month | No |
| YouTube TV | No | No | $82.99/month | Yes |
Can I watch NFL games on DIRECTV?
Yes, DIRECTV gives users the ability to stream NFL games that air on ABC, CBS, ESPN, Fox and NBC. It is currently offering a free trial.
Can I watch NFL games on fubo?
Yes, fubo gives users the ability to stream NFL games that air on ABC, CBS, ESPN, Fox and NBC. It is currently offering a free trial.
Can I watch NFL games on YouTube TV?
Yes, YouTube TV covers NFL games that air on ABC, CBS, ESPN, Fox and NBC.
Can I watch NFL games on Hulu?
Yes, a Hulu Plus Live TV plan includes ABC, CBS, ESPN, Fox and NBC. It is currently offering a free trial.
Can I watch NFL games on ESPN's streaming service?
Yes, "Monday Night Football" games will be available to watch on the ESPN app as part of the unlimited plan.
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