Sling Orange
$40.99/moESPN family only; no CBS, FOX or NBC.
ESPNESPN2
Official site
2026 NFL season
NFL streaming guide: every channel, every option
A plain-English map of where NFL games stream in 2026, which service carries each channel, and the cheapest combination for the games you actually watch.
Broadcast only
$0/mo
CBS, FOX, NBC, and ABC games with a free antenna. Best if you live near the transmitters and mostly watch Sunday afternoon football.
Check your teamsCord-cutter mix
$56+/mo
Sling Orange + Blue plus a free antenna covers ESPN, NFL Network, FOX, and NBC in many markets. Add Paramount+ for CBS, bringing the total to about $64.
Build your mixEverything
$80–$90/mo
A live TV bundle such as YouTube TV, Fubo, Hulu + Live TV, or DirecTV Stream covers the national windows in one app.
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Which service carries which channel?
Prices are the advertised monthly rate before taxes and regional fees.
| Channel | What it carries | Services | Lowest monthly |
|---|---|---|---|
| CBS | Sunday afternoon AFC games and some NFC games. | Antenna, Paramount+, YouTube TV, Fubo, Hulu Live, DirecTV Stream | Free |
| FOX | Sunday afternoon NFC games and some AFC games. | Antenna, Sling Blue, Sling O+B, YouTube TV, Fubo, Hulu Live, DirecTV Stream | Free |
| NBC | Sunday Night Football and select primetime games. | Antenna, Peacock, Sling Blue, Sling O+B, YouTube TV, Fubo, Hulu Live, DirecTV Stream | Free |
| ABC | Monday Night Football and select simulcasts. | Antenna, YouTube TV, Fubo, Hulu Live, DirecTV Stream | Free |
| ESPN | Monday Night Football and select cable games. | Sling Orange, Sling O+B, YouTube TV, Fubo, Hulu Live, DirecTV Stream | $40.99 |
| NFL Network | Thursday night and international/select games. | Sling Blue, Sling O+B, YouTube TV, Fubo, Hulu Live, DirecTV Stream | $40.99 |
| Prime Video | Thursday Night Football and exclusive games. | Prime Video | $8.99 |
| Netflix | Christmas Day and select exclusive games. | Netflix | $7.99 |
| Disney+ | Select exclusive NFL games. | Disney+, Hulu Live | $9.99 |
| ESPN+ | ESPN+ exclusive games and alternate broadcasts. | ESPN+, Hulu Live | $11.99 |
| NFL+ | Local and primetime games on mobile, plus replays. | NFL+, NFL+ Premium | $6.99 |
Live TV bundles
One app, most of the season
Best for households that watch several teams and want a traditional channel guide.
Sling Blue
$40.99/moFOX and NBC in select markets; NFL Network included.
FOXNBCNFL Network
Official site
Sling Orange + Blue
$55.99/moBest value when CBS is not required; local channels vary by market.
ESPNESPN2FOXNBCNFL Network
Official site
YouTube TV
$82.99/moFull broadcast and cable sports; no regional sports fee.
CBSFOXNBCABCESPNNFL Network
Official site
Fubo
$79.99/moSports-first live TV; regional sports fees may apply.
CBSFOXNBCABCESPNNFL Network
Official site
Hulu + Live TV
$82.99/moIncludes Disney+ and ESPN+; local channel lineup varies.
CBSFOXNBCABCESPNNFL NetworkDisney+ESPN+
Official site
DirecTV Stream
$89.99/moNo contract; regional sports fees may apply.
CBSFOXNBCABCESPNNFL Network
Official site
Streaming add-ons
Cheap ways to fill a gap
Good when you need one exclusive game or one channel, not a full bundle.
Free antenna
FreeOne-time hardware costFree local CBS, FOX, NBC and ABC where reception is available.
CBSFOXNBCABC
Official site
Paramount+ Essential
$7.99per month, ad-supportedLive CBS in select markets; next-day NFL on CBS elsewhere.
CBS
Official site
Peacock Premium
$7.99per month, ad-supportedLive NBC and Sunday Night Football; some exclusive games.
NBC
Official site
Prime Video
$8.99per month standaloneThursday Night Football; included with a Prime membership.
Prime Video
Official site
Netflix Standard with ads
$7.99per month, ad-supportedChristmas Day NFL games and other exclusive live events.
Netflix
Official site
Disney+
$9.99per month, ad-supportedExclusive NFL games and the Disney+ catalog.
Disney+
Official site
ESPN+
$11.99per monthESPN+ exclusives and studio shows; does not include ESPN linear.
ESPN+
Official site
NFL+
$6.99per monthLocal and primetime games on phone or tablet, plus replays.
NFL+
Official site
NFL+ Premium
$14.99per monthAdds RedZone and NFL Network inside the NFL+ app; live game access stays mobile-only.
NFL+
Official site
How NFL streaming rights work
The NFL sells rights by package, not by team. CBS and FOX share the Sunday afternoon windows, NBC has Sunday Night Football, ESPN and ABC share Monday Night Football, and Prime Video has Thursday Night Football. The league also sells standalone games to Netflix, Disney+, and ESPN+.
That is why one service rarely covers a full season. A live TV bundle is the simplest option, while an antenna plus one or two streamers is often cheaper for a single-team household. The calculator on this site compares both approaches using the national broadcast schedule.
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NFL streaming FAQ
What is the cheapest way to watch NFL games in 2026?
For broadcast-only games, a free antenna is the cheapest. If you need ESPN or NFL Network, Sling Orange + Blue is usually the lowest-cost live TV option, but it lacks CBS. Adding Paramount+ covers CBS in select markets. A full live TV bundle costs more but covers every national window in one place.
Do I need NFL Sunday Ticket?
Only if you want out-of-market Sunday afternoon games. If your team is playing in a national window or you live in its home market, a local affiliate or a standard live TV service is enough. Sunday Ticket is sold separately through YouTube.
Can I watch the NFL on Netflix, Prime Video, or Disney+?
Yes, for the specific games those services hold. The 2026 schedule includes Christmas Day games on Netflix, Thursday Night Football on Prime Video, and select exclusive games on Disney+ and ESPN+. Those games are not included in a standard live TV bundle.
Why do prices differ from what I see on the provider site?
Prices change, promotions vary by market, and many plans add taxes or regional sports fees. The numbers here are estimates for comparison, not quotes. Confirm the current offer on the provider site.