Follow live NFL action by checking official TV listings for regional games, national broadcasts, and streaming windows. These schedules help you plan viewing around work, local blackout rules, and in-market restrictions.
Use this guide to match the right channel, streaming service, and local affiliate for every Sunday, Monday, and Thursday night game.
| Network | Typical Weekday Games | Weekend Windows | Streaming Option |
|---|---|---|---|
| NBC | Sunday Night Football (primary) | Sunday afternoons (select regional) | Peacock Premium |
| CBS | Most AFC afternoon games | Sunday early and late window | Paramount+ with Live TV |
| Fox | Most NFC afternoon games | Sunday early and late window | Fox Go + Live TV |
| ESPN/ABC | Monday Night Football | Thursday night early window | ESPN+ with Hulu + Live TV |
| NFL Network | Thursday night late window | Saturday games (season periods) | NFL+ subscribers |
Local Affiliates and Blackout Zones
How Regional Broadcasts Work
Even when a national network holds the rights, your local affiliate decides whether the game airs over the air or on a local cable channel. Blackout rules may hide out-of-market games unless you authenticate through an eligible provider.
Checking Your Specific Affiliate
Enter your ZIP code on the league site or use the network app to see the exact station and channel number for Sunday, Monday, and Thursday games.
Streaming Services and App Access
Authenticated Streaming on Mobile and Smart TV
Subscriptions that include a TV credential unlock games on apps such as NBC Sports, Fox Sports, CBS Sports, and ESPN. These streams mirror the live broadcast but may carry alternate camera angles.
League Out of Market Packages
NFL+ tiers offer in-market streaming of local games and out-of-market Sunday Ticket style access where available, plus Thursday night and Saturday coverage.
Schedule Changes and Flex Schedules
When Networks Shift Kickoff Times
Late-season flex scheduling can move a 1 p.m. game to the evening window on CBS or Fox, so double-check the updated time even if you watch the same team all year.
International and Cross-Region Variance
UK, Canada, and other regions air games on different channels, with alternate start times driven by local primetime slots and broadcaster deals.
Planning Your Week of NFL Viewing
- Check the TV listings early Sunday morning to confirm channel and streaming app requirements.
- Verify that your provider authentication is active before the Monday or Thursday night game.
- Set reminders for kickoff changes due to flex scheduling in late-season weeks.
- Test your streaming app on TV and mobile to avoid blackouts on game day.
- Keep a backup option in mind, such as switching from over to under the radar markets, or using NFL+ where permitted.
Optimizing Your Weekly NFL Viewing Routine
Align channel, streaming app, and local affiliate details with your weekly schedule so you never miss a key divisional matchup or late flex shift.
Use network-specific apps, set provider authentication once, and refresh the listings midweek to stay current with any time or channel changes before kickoff.
FAQ
Reader questions
Why can't I find the Sunday night game on my local channels?
It may be a flexed matchup now airing on a different network, or your area only receives the game through the national streaming app that requires an authenticated login.
What does in-market blackout mean for streaming NFL games?
If you are located in the team's local market, you must authenticate through an eligible TV provider on the network app to watch that team's in-market games live.
Can I watch Thursday night games without a cable login?
Select games are available on NFL+ for subscribers without traditional cable, while others require authentication through an ESPN or Fox Sports authenticated account depending on the broadcast window.
How do I find my local affiliate channel and streaming app?
Enter your ZIP code on NFL.com or the network's site, then open the official app and link your TV provider credentials to unlock the correct stream for that game.