![[aggregator] downloaded image for imported item #115328](https://newsview.top/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/foxone-storyheader-v1-scaled-1-1024x576.jpg "How to Watch NFL Games in 2026: Live Streaming, Channels, Free")
This post was originally published on this site.
The 2026NFLseason begins Wednesday, Sept.9, when theNew England Patriots visit the Seattle Seahawksin a rematch of Super Bowl LX.Fans can watch games across broadcast, cable and streaming services throughout the season.
What Channels Show NFL Games in 2026?
- :Sunday afternoon games, select special windows and NFC playoff games
- CBS:Sunday afternoon games and select AFC playoff games;eligible games also stream on Paramount+
- NBC:Sunday Night Football and the NFL Kickoff Game;NBC games also stream on Peacock
- ESPN and ABC:Monday Night Football
- NFL Network:Select international and late-season games
- Prime Video:Thursday Night Football and the Black Friday game
- Netflix:Select international and Christmas Day games
How to Watch NFL Games by Day
Thursday Night Football
Most Thursday night games stream on Prime Video.Mobile viewers can also watch eligible local and primetime games with NFL+.
Sunday Afternoon Games
Out-of-market Sunday afternoon games are available through NFL Sunday Ticket, while NFL+ carries live local games on phones and tablets.
�s Sunday schedule includes AMERICA’S GAME OF THE WEEK and more windows than any other network in 2026.Sunday Night Football
Sunday Night Football airs on NBC and streams on Peacock.Eligible local and primetime games are also available on mobile devices through NFL+.
Monday Night Football
Monday Night Football airs on ESPN, with select games also available on ABC.Streaming access depends on the viewer’s ESPN plan or participating TV provider.
Can I Watch NFL Games Without Cable?
Yes.Other options include Peacock, Paramount+, Prime Video, Netflix, ESPN’s streaming plans, NFL+ and NFL Sunday Ticket.Live-TV streaming packages may also carry local broadcast stations and cable networks, subject to market availability.
Can I Watch NFL Games for Free?
Streaming services generally require a subscription or trial, and availability varies by market and device.
What Is Different About the 2026 NFL Schedule?
The season opens on a Wednesday with the Patriots at the defending champion Seahawks.The league also has a record nine international games across four continents, including its first regular-season game in Australia.�s schedule includes Patriots-Lions in Munich, Seahawks-Eagles on Saturday in Week 15 and Rams-Seahawks on Christmas night.
Schedules and streaming availability are subject to change.Check theand provider listings before kickoff.
![[aggregator] downloaded image for imported item #114189](https://newsview.top/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/becky-hammon-las-vegas-aces-brooklyn-1024x576.jpg "Aces coach Becky Hammon benches 3 starters in what looks like WNBA scheduling protest in national TV game")
![[aggregator] downloaded image for imported item #114182](https://newsview.top/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/brooks-koepka-wyndham-championship-pro-am-1024x576.jpg "Brooks Koepka calls first year back on PGA Tour 'pretty pathetic' after missing FedExCup Playoffs")
![[aggregator] downloaded image for imported item #114406](https://newsview.top/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/scott-spiezio-photo-day-1024x576.jpg "Drugs and alcohol nearly cost World Series hero Scott Spiezio everything, including his life")
![[aggregator] downloaded image for imported item #114399](https://newsview.top/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/andrade-el-idolo-new-japan-pro-wrestling-tokyo-1024x576.jpg "AEW star shows nasty cut on head, says he'll be out of action for 'a few days or weeks'")