Who would have thought, at the start of this year’s NFL season, that the Detroit Lions would be one of the best teams in the NFL?
With an 11-1 record, they’re shoe-ins for the playoffs, but fan expectations are already far past that. As for the Green Bay Packers, a playoff berth is the dream these days, and one that’s still very achievable.
Thursday night’s game is a battle of the NFL North, with two strong teams facing off. Here’s how to watch the matchup and what you can expect from Thursday night games, both tonight and for the rest of the month.
Which NFL teams are playing on Thursdays this season?
Here’s who’s playing where and when. (The home team is listed second.)
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?
Only if you live in or near Detroit or Green Bay. 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?
Nope. 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 handled by the veteran Al Michaels. Kirk Herbstreit contributes color commentary.
Does the NFL offer any viewing packages to watch the Thursday night games?
The NFL App will let you stream games that are being broadcast locally in your market as well as any played in prime time.