How to watch Week 12 of the NFL live online for free—and without cable
With three games taking place a few days ago on Thanksgiving, it’s a bit of a light schedule this weekend for the NFL, but the Sunday night game is an absolute can’t miss.
The Eagles, who until recently were the league’s only undefeated team, will face off against Aaron Rogers and the Green Bay Packers, who stumbled last week, but are still determined to earn a spot in the playoffs. Meanwhile, the matchup of the Rams and Chiefs is likely to be a barn burner as well.
Here’s a look at all of the games to watch this week as you munch on yet another turkey sandwich and dust off the remaining pie.
Which NFL teams are playing this week? And what channels are airing the games?
Here’s this week’s lineup. (The home team is listed second.)
Sunday, Nov. 27
Houston Texans vs Miami Dolphins, 1:00 p.m. ET on CBS
Cincinnati Bengals vs. Tennessee Titans, 1:00 p.m. ET on CBS
Denver Broncos vs. Carolina Panthers, 1:00 p.m. ET on Fox
Chicago Bears vs. New York Jets, 1:00 p.m. ET on Fox
Atlanta Falcons vs. Washington Commanders, 1:00 p.m. ET on Fox
Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs. Cleveland Browns, 1:00 p.m. ET on Fox
Baltimore Ravens vs. Jacksonville Jaguars, 1:00 p.m. ET on CBS
Las Vegas Raiders vs. Seattle Seahawks, 4:05 p.m. ET on CBS
Los Angeles Chargers vs. Arizona Cardinals, 4:05 p.m. ET on CBS
New Orleans Saints vs. San Francisco 49ers, 4:25 p.m. ET on Fox
Los Angeles Rams vs. Kansas City Chiefs, 4:25 p.m. ET on Fox
Green Bay Packers vs. Philadelphia Eagles, 8:20 p.m. ET on NBC
Monday, Nov. 28
Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Indianapolis Colts, 8:15 p.m. ET on ESPN
How can I watch NFL games for free—even if I am out of market?
The best way to watch any sort of network programming for free on a big screen is with a good HD antenna. And watching most NFL games is fairly simple, since many air on broadcast networks, meaning you’ll be able to watch even if you don’t have a cable subscription. To ensure you're getting the most reliable signal, be sure to test the antenna in multiple locations in your home.
Can I stream NFL games live online if I don't have a cable subscription?
There are a panoply of options.
Peacock
NBC’s streaming service will give you access to several games, including all Sunday night matchups. You can get a seven-day free trial, followed by a $5 or $10 monthly charge. (The free version of Peacock does not include live sports.)
Paramount+
CBS’s streaming service will give you access to games aired on that network. You can get a one-week free trial, followed by a $5 or $10 monthly charge.
Disney+
Disney's bundle of Disney+, [hotlink]Hulu[/hotlink] and ESPN+ no longer has a free trial, so you’ll have to pay $13.99 per month for all three combined (or $19.99 per month for no ads on Hulu). Including Live TV in the bundle bumps the price to $70 per month ($76 with no ads).
Hulu with Live TV
The free trial on this service is no longer offered, as well. It will cost you $70 per month.
YouTubeTV
After up to a two-week trial, you can expect monthly charges of $65.
Sling TV
Dish Network's Sling recently increased its prices. The lower-tiered "Orange" plan will now run you $40 per month. Adding the more comprehensive "Blue" plan bumps the cost to $55 per month. (A $5 per month increase for each.) The seven-day free trial has disappeared along with the price increase, but the cord-cutting service is offering 50% off of the first month’s bill.
DirecTV Stream
Formerly known as DirecTV Now, AT&T TVNow and AT&T TV, this oft-renamed streaming service will run you $70 per month and up after the free trial option.
Fubo TV
This sports-focused cord-cutting service carries broadcast networks in most markets. There's a seven-day free trial, followed by monthly charges of $70–$100, depending on the channels you choose.
Can I watch NFL games on Amazon?
You’re going to have to wait a little longer. [hotlink]Amazon[/hotlink] is, for the next 11 years, the exclusive home to Thursday Night Football, but does not carry any weekend games. The next matchup will see the Buffalo Bills take on the New England Patriots.
Does the NFL offer any viewing packages to watch the games I want?
A trio, actually.
NFL App
The NFL App will let you stream games that are being broadcast locally in your market on Sundays. If you want to watch an "out of market" game, you've got two choices.
NFL+
Watch live local and out of market games and (with the premium subscription) replays. There's a seven-day free trial, after which you're looking at a $30 charge per season. ($80 for premium.)
NFL Sunday Ticket
DirecTV customers have access to it, but (if you meet the conditions, like living in an apartment complex or some area where you can’t get DirecTV) you can also sign up for an online version, letting you watch any NFL game live this season. There’s a one-week trial, then you’re looking at monthly charges of $73.49 per month for a four-month period or $293.36 for the entire season (or $99 for four months or $396).
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