NFL games in the USA are split by time slot. Most Sunday afternoon games air on CBS and FOX, which are free over the air with an antenna, and Sunday Night Football is on NBC, also free, and streams on Peacock. Monday Night Football is on ESPN, with some games simulcast on ABC, and Thursday Night Football streams on Amazon Prime Video. NFL+ streams live local and primetime games on phones and tablets, and NFL Sunday Ticket, sold through YouTube, carries out-of-market Sunday afternoon games.
NFL games in the USA are split across broadcast networks, cable channels and streaming services, and which one carries a game depends on the day and time slot. Here is where each part of the season airs, and which options are free.
Where to Watch NFL in the USA — All Your Options
CBS and FOX (Sunday Afternoons)
Most Sunday afternoon games air on CBS and FOX. Which game you see depends on your local market. Both are free over-the-air broadcast networks, so an antenna is enough.
NBC (Sunday Night Football)
Sunday Night Football airs on NBC, another free broadcast network, and streams on Peacock.
ESPN and ABC (Monday Night Football)
Monday Night Football is on ESPN, with some games simulcast on ABC.
Amazon Prime Video (Thursday Night Football)
Thursday Night Football streams on Amazon Prime Video.
NFL Network, NFL+ and Sunday Ticket
NFL Network carries a number of games plus year-round NFL programming. NFL+ streams live local and primetime games on phones and tablets. NFL Sunday Ticket, sold through YouTube, carries out-of-market Sunday afternoon games.
NFL Kickoff Times (Eastern Time)
- Thursday Night Football: 8:15 PM ET
- Sunday afternoon games: 1:00 PM and 4:05 / 4:25 PM ET
- Sunday Night Football: 8:20 PM ET
- Monday Night Football: 8:15 PM ET
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the NFL on free TV in the USA?
Yes. CBS, FOX, NBC and ABC are free over-the-air broadcast networks, so Sunday afternoon games on CBS and FOX, Sunday Night Football on NBC and the Monday Night Football games simulcast on ABC can be watched free with an antenna. Thursday Night Football streams on Amazon Prime Video, and some games are only on ESPN or NFL Network.
What channel is the Super Bowl on?
The Super Bowl rotates among the broadcast networks (CBS, FOX, NBC and ABC/ESPN), so check which network holds it for the season. It is always shown on free over-the-air TV.
Can I watch NFL on my phone?
Yes. NFL+ streams live local and primetime games on phones and tablets, and the network apps stream the games they carry to their subscribers.