There are more methods than ever for American football fans to watch live NFL games. Games will be broadcast on overseas services, streaming services, cable channels, and traditional television networks during the 2026 season. It can be lot simpler to follow the season if you know which station or streaming service broadcasts each game, whether you want to watch Thursday Nite Football, Sunday afternoon action, Sunday Nite Football, Monday Nite Football, or special holiday games.
A customized schedule based on location and available TV or streaming providers is offered by the NFL’s official viewing guide.
Watch NFL games on television
The main NFL television partners for American audiences are still CBS, FOX, NBC, ESPN/ABC, and NFL Network; additional game windows are handled by Amazon Prime Video and other streaming services.
CBS
One of the main platforms for Sunday afternoon NFL football is CBS. Although the precise matchup available to fans depends on the local market, its schedule typically includes games between AFC teams.
Paramount+ also offers streaming for eligible CBS games. According to the NFL’s current viewing data, Sunday afternoon games are televised on CBS, and eligible local broadcasts can be streamed on Paramount+.
FOX
A significant amount of the NFL’s Sunday afternoon schedule, especially games involving NFC clubs, is shown on FOX. Additionally, FOX provides digital watching choices, allowing fans to watch games even when they are not in front of a traditional television.
Among the top choices for Sunday afternoon games, special windows, and NFC playoff coverage in 2026 are FOX and FOX One.
NBC
Sunday Nite Football, one of the NFL’s most well-known weekly broadcast periods, is hosted by NBC. Peacock also streams games, providing viewers with access to both traditional television and the internet.
While Peacock offers a direct streaming option, Sunday Nite Football may be streamed on NBC when it is accessible through a television provider.
ESPN and ABC
ESPN is the main affiliate of Monday Nite Football, while ABC also broadcasts a few games. Fans now have a significant nighttime football alternative at the start of the week.
According to the NFL’s 2026 schedule, Monday Nite Football will be broadcast on ESPN, with games also airing on ABC during the relevant times.
NFL Network
Some games, particularly some foreign and late-season games, are still broadcast on NFL Network. Fans who desire NFL-focused programs, commentary, news, and game coverage will also find it helpful.
Streaming NFL Football Games
The NFL viewing experience now revolves around streaming. Although availability varies depending on the game, location, subscription, and broadcast rights, fans may now watch games on a number of major platforms.
Amazon Prime Video
The main live streaming service for Thursday Nite Football is Amazon Prime Video. During the season, 15 Thursday nite NFL games are listed as being accessible on Prime Video.
For fans who wish to view the weekly Thursday nite matchup without depending on a regular cable bundle, Prime Video is especially crucial.
Peacock
Alongside NBC, Peacock serves as Sunday Nite Football’s streaming home. Viewers who prefer to stream on laptops, phones, tablets, smart TVs, or other compatible streaming devices may find it especially helpful.
Sunday Nite Football games for the 2026 season, including forthcoming games, are included on the Peacock NFL schedule.
Paramount+
Local CBS NFL games that qualify are available for streaming on Paramount+. For people who prefer to watch Sunday afternoon football via an internet connection over traditional television services, this can be a practical choice.
