The Kansas City Chiefs pulled off a squeaker of a win last week, but on Sunday, they’ll be back at Arrowhead and that means the Bengals will have an uphill battle in securing their first victory of the season.
We’re just getting started on the 2024 season, but a few things are already becoming clear. The Chiefs are on a mission. And quarterbacks are still at risk. Miami’s Tua Tagovailoa suffered a concussion in Thursday night’s game, the third of his career.
So as we get back into the Sunday routine of avoiding chores and yelling at TVs, keep in mind there’s more than one way to catch the action. Here’s how best to do so.
Which NFL teams are playing this week? And what channels are airing the games?
It’s a full slate this week. As always, the home team is listed second.
Sunday, Sept. 15
San Francisco 49ers vs. Minnesota Vikings, 1:00 p.m. ET on CBS
Seattle Seahawks vs. New England Patriots, 1:00 p.m. ET on Fox
New York Giants vs. Washington Commanders, 1:00 p.m. ET on Fox
Los Angeles Chargers vs. Carolina Panthers, 1:00 p.m. ET on CBS
New Orleans Saints vs. Dallas Cowboys, 1:00 p.m. ET on Fox
Indianapolis Colts vs. Green Bay Packers, 1:00 p.m. ET on Fox
Cleveland Browns vs. Jacksonville Jaguars, 1:00 p.m. ET on CBS
New York Jets vs. Tennessee Titans, 1:00 p.m. ET on CBS
Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs. Detroit Lions, 1:00 p.m. ET on Fox
Las Vegas Raiders vs. Baltimore Ravens, 1:00 p.m. ET on CBS
Los Angeles Rams vs. Arizona Cardinals, 4:05 p.m. ET on Fox
Cincinnati Bengals vs. Kansas City Chiefs, 4:25 p.m. ET on CBS
Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Denver Broncos, 4:25 p.m. ET on CBS
Chicago Bears vs. Houston Texans, 8:20 p.m. ET on NBC
Monday, Sept. 16
Atlanta Falcons vs.Philadelphia Eagles, 8:15 p.m. ET on ABC and 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. To ensure you’re getting the most reliable signal, be sure to test the antenna in multiple locations in your home.
Can I stream 2024 NFL games live online if I don’t have a cable subscription?
Yep—and you’ve got several choices.
Paramount+
CBS’s streaming service will give you a one-week free trial, followed by a $8 or $13 monthly charge. (An annual plan is as low as $30 right now.)
Peacock
NBC’s streaming service will give you access to several games, including all upcoming Sunday night matchups. It carries a $8 or $14 monthly charge—and the service has recently done away with its free trial. (The free version of Peacock does not include live sports.)
Disney+
Disney’s bundle of Disney+, Hulu and ESPN+ no longer has a free trial, so you’ll have to pay $17 per month for all three combined (or $30 per month for no ads on Hulu).
Including Live TV in the bundle bumps the price to $77 per month ($90 with no ads).
Hulu with Live TV
The free trial on this service lasts three days. Afterward, it will cost you $77 per month.
YouTubeTV
After a free trial, you can expect monthly charges of $73.
Sling TV
Dish Network’s Sling lower-tiered “Orange” plan will run you $40 per month. Adding the more comprehensive “Blue” plan bumps the cost to $55 per month. The seven-day free trial has disappeared, unfortunately.
DirecTV Stream
Formerly known as DirecTV Now, AT&T TVNow and AT&T TV, this oft-renamed streaming service will run you $80 per month and up after the free trial option. (The package that includes NFL Network will run you $99 per month.)
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 $80 and up, depending on the channels you choose.
Can I watch NFL games on Amazon?
Not today. Amazon, however, is the home of Thursday Night Football once again, with the exception of Thanksgiving (though it will air a game on Black Friday). The first matchup on Amazon this year will be the New England Patriots facing the New York Jets on Sept. 19.
Does the NFL offer any viewing packages to watch the games I want?
Three, in fact.
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. You’re looking at a $50 charge per season. ($100 for premium.)
NFL Sunday Ticket
YouTube once again is the home for this channel. Prices this year start at $73 per month for Sunday Ticket and YouTubeTV or $449 for just Sunday Ticket (spanning the entirety of out-of-market games this season).
