What Channel Is the NFL Game on Tonight? TV & Streaming Guide
Few things frustrate an NFL fan more than circling a game on the calendar only to realize you have no idea where to actually watch it, especially with the fragmented broadcast landscape across CBS, FOX, NBC, ESPN, and Amazon Prime Video. This guide cuts through the clutter with a clear breakdown for every NFL game tonight, plus streaming options for cord-cutters.
Total regular season games: 272 ·
Sunday Night Football: NBC ·
Monday Night Football: ESPN ·
Thursday Night Football: Amazon Prime Video ·
Sunday networks: CBS & FOX ·
UK exclusive: Sky Sports NFL
Quick snapshot
- NBC broadcasts Sunday Night Football every week of the regular season (NBC Sports)
- ESPN holds exclusive rights to Monday Night Football (ESPN Where to Watch)
- Amazon Prime Video is the sole home for Thursday Night Football (Amazon Prime Video)
- CBS and FOX split Sunday afternoon games based on AFC/NFC conference affiliation (NFL Ways to Watch)
- Exact channel numbers differ by cable provider, region, and local affiliate — no single directory covers every household
- Which network carries a specific game depends on the league’s rotating broadcast schedule, which varies week to week
- International terrestrial availability outside the UK (e.g., Australia, Canada) varies by country and local rights deals
- Availability of NFL+ streaming features may be subject to local blackout restrictions
- Thursday (Week 1–17): Thursday Night Football on Amazon Prime Video
- Sunday (Week 1–18): Sunday afternoon games on CBS/FOX; Sunday Night Football on NBC
- Monday (Week 1–17): Monday Night Football on ESPN
- January–February: Playoffs and Super Bowl on CBS, FOX, NBC, ESPN (rotating)
- Super Bowl LX airs on Channel 5 in the UK — free-to-air on 8th February 2026 (Channel 5)
- All playoff games available via NFL Game Pass on DAZN from £19.99 (Radio Times)
- 2025 NFL International Series includes games in Brazil, Ireland, UK, Germany, and Spain (NFL Support)
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| NFL regular season games | 272 |
| Primary TV partners | CBS, FOX, NBC, ESPN, NFL Network, Amazon Prime |
| Sunday Night Football | NBC |
| Monday Night Football | ESPN |
| Thursday Night Football | Amazon Prime Video |
| UK exclusive broadcaster | Sky Sports NFL |
The NFL’s $110 billion broadcast rights cycle has turned finding “what channel the game is on tonight” into a multi-platform treasure hunt. For fans without cable, the real cost isn’t the ticket — it’s knowing which app, login, or antenna to reach for.
How do I watch the NFL game on TV tonight?
TV providers (cable, satellite, antenna)
- Over-the-air antenna gives free access to local CBS, FOX, and NBC affiliates — no subscription needed (NFL Ways to Watch)
- Cable and satellite subscriptions include ESPN, NFL Network, and regional sports networks — channel numbers vary by provider (ESPN Where to Watch)
- Channel 5 broadcasts Monday Night Football and weekly NFL recaps for free on My5 in the UK (WheresTheMatch)
- Sky Sports NFL is the exclusive UK broadcaster for live regular season and playoff games (Sky Sports NFL)
Streaming services (ESPN+, Amazon Prime, Peacock, NFL+)
- Amazon Prime Video streams Thursday Night Football for subscribers in the UK (Amazon Prime Video)
- NFL+ streams out-of-market preseason and regular season games on mobile devices, but with local blackout restrictions (NFL Ways to Watch)
- Streaming services like YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, and Sling TV offer NFL bundles that include ESPN, FOX, CBS, and NBC (ESPN Where to Watch)
- NFL Game Pass via DAZN provides access to every NFL game and documentaries on-demand in the UK (WheresTheMatch)
- ITV offers free NFL highlights, key games, and analysis through ITVX in the UK (WheresTheMatch)
If your team plays Monday night and you don’t have cable, you’re locked into streaming services like Hulu Live or Sling — ESPN isn’t available via antenna in most markets. Thursday nights are the opposite: pure streaming, no linear TV except through Amazon.
A fan who relies on a single method — say, cable alone — will miss roughly one-third of all regular-season games. The NFL’s deliberate fragmentation means the “tonight” answer changes depending on which device, subscription, and even which country you’re in.
What channel is the NFL on today?
Today’s NFL schedule
- Sunday early games (1:00 PM ET): FOX or CBS, depending on conference affiliation (Fox Sports)
- Sunday late games (4:05 PM / 4:25 PM ET): the other network — if FOX carried early, CBS carries late, and vice versa (CBS Sports)
- Sunday Night Football: always NBC (8:20 PM ET) (NBC Sports)
- Monday Night Football: always ESPN (8:15 PM ET) (ESPN UK)
- Thursday Night Football: always Amazon Prime Video (8:15 PM ET) (Amazon Prime Video)
- Sky Sports NFL provides fixtures and schedules viewable online for UK viewers (Sky Sports)
Network channel guide (varies by location)
- CBS is typically channels 2–13 on antenna; channel varies widely on cable (e.g., 12 on Comcast, 3 on Spectrum)
- FOX is usually 5–12 on antenna; cable channels differ by market
- NBC is channel 4 or 5 on antenna in most metro areas; cable numbers vary
- ESPN is nearly always channel 200+ on cable — never available over the air
- NFL Network sits around channel 212 on most cable packages; included in many sports tiers
The implication: there is no single “channel” for the NFL today. Your local affiliate determines the exact number, and checking your provider’s guide or using the NFL’s official Ways to Watch page (the league’s official broadcast finder) is the only reliable way to confirm.
Is the NFL on Sky?
Sky Sports packages
- Sky Sports NFL is the exclusive UK broadcaster for live regular season, playoff, and Super Bowl coverage (Sky Sports NFL)
- Subscribers can watch up to 5 live games per week plus full replays and original programming (WheresTheMatch)
- Sky Sports shows every NFL Playoffs match and the Super Bowl in 2026 in the UK (Radio Times)
- Channel 5 will broadcast Super Bowl LX live and free on Sunday 8th February at 10:30 PM UK time (Channel 5)
NFL Game Pass via DAZN
- NFL Game Pass via DAZN offers every NFL Playoffs game from £19.99 for the post-season without a contract (Radio Times)
- All NFL games are available on NFL Game Pass on DAZN unless additional coverage is specified (Radio Times)
- DAZN’s Game Pass covers live out-of-market games and full replays for international subscribers (DAZN)
- Free-to-air coverage on Channel 5 includes highlights and select live games for casual viewers (WheresTheMatch)
The trade-off: Sky Sports gives you linear TV convenience with live games in a familiar guide layout, but costs £25–£40 per month. DAZN’s Game Pass is cheaper for the post-season (£19.99 one-off) and covers every game on-demand, but requires a reliable internet connection and a compatible streaming device.
How to watch the Broncos game in London?
UK broadcast options
- London NFL games are typically early afternoon local time (1:30 PM or 6 PM BST) (NFL Support)
- Sky Sports NFL and Channel 5 broadcast London games live to UK audiences (WheresTheMatch)
- NFL Game Pass via DAZN also streams these games internationally for subscribers (NFL Support)
- NFL International Series in 2025 includes seven regular-season games across Brazil, Ireland, UK, Germany, and Spain (NFL Support)
- Many International Series games also air on NFL Network via international TV providers (NFL Support)
Time zone conversion
- UK is +5 hours ET during daylight saving time; a 1:00 PM ET kick-off becomes 6:00 PM BST
- London games start between 1:30 PM and 6:00 PM local time — check the Broncos’ official schedule for exact times
- The Week 1 Brazil NFL International game is available worldwide for free on YouTube (NFL Support)
What this means: If you’re in London and your Broncos are playing an International Series game, you have three real options — Sky Sports, Channel 5 (free), or DAZN. The local viewing parties listed on the Broncos’ official site (team-run event listings and ticket info) are worth checking for a communal atmosphere.
Where can I watch the NFL game today?
Free-to-air options
- Over-the-air antenna gives free access to CBS, FOX, and NBC games in HD — no monthly fee (NFL Ways to Watch)
- Channel 5 broadcasts Monday Night Football and the Super Bowl free-to-air in the UK (Channel 5)
- BBC covers NFL highlights and playoffs via iPlayer in the UK (WheresTheMatch)
- ITV offers free NFL highlights, key games, and analysis through ITVX (WheresTheMatch)
- The Week 1 Brazil game is available worldwide for free on YouTube (NFL Support)
Paid subscriptions
- Cable and satellite subscriptions include ESPN, NFL Network, and regional sports networks — prices range from $60–$150 per month
- Streaming services like YouTube TV ($73/mo), Hulu + Live TV ($77/mo), and Sling TV ($40/mo) offer NFL bundles (ESPN Where to Watch)
- NFL+ for mobile streaming ($7/mo for phone and tablet, $15/mo for premium tier) (NFL Ways to Watch)
- Amazon Prime is required for Thursday Night Football ($15/mo or $139/year) (Amazon Prime Video)
- NFL Game Pass via DAZN (£19.99 for post-season) provides every game on-demand and live out-of-market games (Radio Times)
Upsides
- Antenna gives free access to the biggest games (NBC, CBS, FOX Sunday games)
- UK has 3 free-to-air options: Channel 5, BBC, ITV
- Streaming services offer flexibility — no long-term contracts
- DAZN Game Pass covers every game for a single post-season fee
Downsides
- No single app covers all games — you need multiple subscriptions
- ESPN is only on cable or streaming (no antenna access)
- Thursday night requires Amazon Prime — no linear TV option
- Channel numbers vary by provider, causing confusion every game night
The pattern: the cheapest option (antenna) covers the most games — Sunday afternoon and Sunday Night Football — but completely misses Monday and Thursday nights. A UK fan relying only on free TV will watch roughly 60% of the season. The missing 40% costs either a Sky subscription (£25+/mo) or a DAZN pass (£19.99 post-season).
Schedule timeline
- Thursday (Week 1–17): Thursday Night Football at 8:15 PM ET — Amazon Prime Video (Amazon Prime Video)
- Sunday early (1:00 PM ET): FOX or CBS (conference-based split) (Fox Sports)
- Sunday late (4:05/4:25 PM ET): CBS or FOX (alternating weekly) (CBS Sports)
- Sunday night (8:20 PM ET): Sunday Night Football — NBC (NBC Sports)
- Monday night (8:15 PM ET): Monday Night Football — ESPN (ESPN Where to Watch)
- Playoffs (January–February): Rotating among CBS, FOX, NBC, ESPN (Radio Times)
- Super Bowl LX (8 Feb 2026): Channel 5 (UK free-to-air), Sky Sports NFL, and the rotating US network (Channel 5)
“International fans can stream NFL International Series games with DAZN’s NFL Game Pass International — the simplest single-source solution for seeing every game from anywhere.”
— NFL Support (official league help desk for global viewers)
“Sky Sports NFL broadcasts live NFL games and exclusive content via subscription in the UK — it remains the most complete single-package option for British fans.”
“Channel 5 broadcasts one NFL Playoff match per week and the Super Bowl free-to-air in the UK — making the post-season accessible to every household with a TV.”
“All NFL games are available on NFL Game Pass on DAZN unless additional coverage is specified — that’s 272 regular season games plus the entire post-season in one subscription.”
For UK fans, the consequence is clear: the fragmented broadcast landscape means one subscription won’t cut it. Sky Sports covers the linear games; Amazon Prime covers Thursdays; DAZN covers everything else on-demand. The cheapest complete path for the 2025–26 season is a DAZN Game Pass (£19.99 post-season) plus Amazon Prime, with a free TV antenna for Sunday games. Anything less, and you’ll be scrambling to find “what channel the game is on tonight” every week.
Related reading: NFL games on TV and streaming in the UK: tonight’s schedule and options
Frequently asked questions
What channel is the Super Bowl on?
The Super Bowl rotates among the four major US networks — CBS, FOX, NBC, and ESPN. In the UK, Channel 5 (free-to-air UK broadcaster) will broadcast Super Bowl LX live on 8th February 2026 at 10:30 PM UK time. Sky Sports NFL also carries it.
Can I watch NFL games for free?
Yes — an over-the-air antenna gets you CBS, FOX, and NBC games in the US. In the UK, Channel 5 (MNF and Super Bowl), ITVX (highlights and key games), and BBC iPlayer (highlights and playoffs) are all free. The Week 1 Brazil International Series game was also free on YouTube worldwide (NFL Support).
Do I need cable to watch NFL games?
Not anymore. Streaming services like YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, and Sling TV offer ESPN and local channels without a cable contract. Amazon Prime covers Thursday nights, and NFL+ works on mobile. In the UK, Sky Sports and DAZN cover everything — no cable required (NFL Ways to Watch).
What is NFL Game Pass?
NFL Game Pass (now distributed via DAZN internationally) is a subscription service that gives you live and on-demand access to every NFL game, including playoffs and the Super Bowl. In the UK, the post-season pass costs £19.99 and covers all playoff games (Radio Times).
What time do NFL games start?
Regular-season time slots: Thursday at 8:15 PM ET, Sunday early at 1:00 PM ET, Sunday late at 4:05/4:25 PM ET, Sunday night at 8:20 PM ET, and Monday night at 8:15 PM ET. UK viewers need to add 5 hours during daylight saving time or 6 hours in winter (NFL Ways to Watch).
How to find my local NFL channel?
Use the NFL’s official Ways to Watch page (league’s official broadcast finder) — enter your zip code or postcode to see which network is airing the game in your area. Cable customers should check their provider’s channel guide for the specific number.
Is the NFL on Amazon Prime?
Yes — Amazon Prime Video is the exclusive home of Thursday Night Football for the entire regular season. You need an Amazon Prime subscription ($15/month or $139/year) to watch TNF games live. All other games require a different network or streaming service (Amazon Prime Video).
Can I watch NFL games on Hulu?
Hulu + Live TV ($77/month) includes ESPN, FOX, CBS, and NBC — so you can watch Sunday games, Monday Night Football, and Sunday Night Football. Hulu’s basic on-demand plan does not include live sports. Thursday Night Football is not on Hulu — you’ll need Amazon Prime for that (ESPN Where to Watch).
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