If you look at it historically, Thursday’s divisional match between the San Francisco 49ers and the Seattle Seahawks would look to be a lopsided battle. The 49ers have consecutively won the last five games between the two teams. But the standings this season tell a different story.
Seattle is atop the NFC West, even after its disappointing loss to the Giants last week. And it’s looking to right the ship. San Francisco, meanwhile, is trying to break a losing streak of its own, having dropped two of its last three games.
Bottom line: Both teams are hungry and ready for a fight—and that should make for one heck of a game. Here’s how to watch the matchup and what you can expect from Thursday night games tonight (and in the weeks to come).
Which NFL teams are playing on Thursdays this season?
Here’s who’s playing where and when. (The home team is listed second.)
Thursday, Oct. 10
San Francisco 49ers vs Seattle Seahawks, 8:15 p.m. ET on Amazon Prime
Thursday, Oct. 17
Denver Broncos vs New Orleans Saints, 8:15 p.m. ET on Amazon Prime
Thursday, Oct. 24
Minnesota Vikings vs Los Angeles Rams, 8:15 p.m. ET on Amazon Prime
Thursday, Oct. 31
Houston Texans vs New York Jets, 8:15 p.m. ET on Amazon Prime
Thursday, Nov. 7
Cincinnati Bengals vs Baltimore Ravens, 8:15 p.m. ET on Amazon Prime
Thursday, Nov. 14
Washington Commanders vs Philadelphia Eagles, 8:15 p.m. ET on Amazon Prime
Thursday, Nov. 21
Pittsburgh Steelers vs Cleveland Browns, 8:15 p.m. ET on Amazon Prime
Thursday, Nov. 28
Miami Dolphins vs Green Bay Packers, 8:20 p.m. ET on NBC
Thursday, Dec. 5
Green Bay Packers vs Detroit Lions, 8:15 p.m. ET on Amazon Prime
Thursday, Dec. 12
Los Angeles Rams vs San Francisco 49ers, 8:15 p.m. ET on Amazon Prime
Thursday, Dec. 19
Cleveland Browns vs Cincinnati Bengals, 8:15 p.m. ET on Amazon Prime
Thursday, Dec. 26
Seattle Seahawks vs Chicago Bears, 8:15 p.m. ET on Amazon Prime
Can I watch NFL Thursday night games for free on broadcast television?
It’s unlikely, but there’s a chance. Thursday night games are only viewable over the air if you’re in the broadcast zones of the two teams who are playing. If not, you’ll need an Amazon Prime account.
Can I stream NFL Thursday night games live online if I don’t have an Amazon Prime account?
No. Amazon has exclusivity to all Thursday night games, with the exception of Thanksgiving night. Other streaming services can’t carry them.
Who is Amazon’s broadcast team?
Play-by-play is once again handled by the veteran Al Michaels. Kirk Herbstreit will once again contribute color commentary.
Does the NFL offer any viewing packages to watch the Thursday night games?
It does. The NFL App will let you stream games that are being broadcast locally in your market as well as any played in prime time.