How to watch Week 12 of the 2024-2025 NFL season live online for free—and without cable
Thursday’s match between the Steelers and the Browns resulted in a huge upset as the cellar-dwelling Browns ate Pittsburgh’s lunch. Could that be a preview of more upsets to come this weekend?
Kansas City had been unstoppable until last week, when they were bested by the Bills. This week, they face the underdog Panthers. Normally, this would be something of a gimme, but Thursday showed anything is possible. Similarly, the Titans’ record falls far short of the Texans’, but that could result in overconfidence.
Ultimately, it could be a weekend of blowout victories by the favorites or shocking upsets. Either way, it’s likely to be captivating.
Planning to watch? There are a variety of ways to do so. Here’s all you need to know about this week’s games.
Which NFL teams are playing this week? And what channels are airing the games?
As always, the home team is listed second.
Sunday, Nov. 24
Tennessee Titans vs. Houston Texans, 1:00 p.m. ET on CBS
Minnesota Vikings vs. Chicago Bears, 1:00 p.m. ET on Fox
Dallas Cowboys vs. Washington Commanders, 1:00 p.m. ET on Fox
New England Patriots vs. Miami Dolphins, 1:00 p.m. ET on CBS
Kansas City Chiefs vs. Carolina Panthers, 1:00 p.m. ET on CBS
Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs. New York Giants, 1:00 p.m. ET on CBS
Detroit Lions vs. Indianapolis Colts, 1:00 p.m. ET on Fox
Denver Broncos vs. Las Vegas Raiders, 4:05 p.m. ET on CBS
Arizona Cardinals vs. Seattle Seahawks, 4:25 p.m. ET on Fox
San Francisco 49ers vs. Green Bay Packers, 4:25 p.m. ET on Fox
Philadelphia Eagles vs. Los Angeles Rams, 8:20 p.m. ET on NBC
Monday, Nov. 25
Baltimore Ravens vs. Los Angeles Chargers, 8:15 p.m. ET on ABC and ESPN
How can I watch NFL games for free—even if I am out of market?
The best way to watch any sort of network programming for free on a big screen is with a good HD antenna. To ensure you’re getting the most reliable signal, be sure to test the antenna in multiple locations in your home.
Can I stream 2024 NFL games live online if I don’t have a cable subscription?
Yep—and you’ve got several choices.
Paramount+
CBS’s streaming service will give you a one-week free trial, followed by a $8 or $13 monthly charge. (An annual plan is as low as $30 right now.)
Peacock
NBC’s streaming service will give you access to several games, including all upcoming Sunday night matchups. It carries a $8 or $14 monthly charge—and the service has recently done away with its free trial. (The free version of Peacock does not include live sports.)
Disney+
Disney’s bundle of Disney+, Hulu and ESPN+ no longer has a free trial, so you’ll have to pay $17 per month for all three combined (or $30 per month for no ads on Hulu).
Including Live TV in the bundle bumps the price to $77 per month ($90 with no ads).
Hulu with Live TV
The free trial on this service lasts three days. Afterward, it will cost you $77 per month.
YouTubeTV
After a free trial, you can expect monthly charges of $73.
Sling TV
Dish Network’s Sling lower-tiered “Orange” plan will run you $40 per month. Adding the more comprehensive “Blue” plan bumps the cost to $55 per month. The seven-day free trial has disappeared, unfortunately.
DirecTV Stream
Formerly known as DirecTV Now, AT&T TVNow and AT&T TV, this oft-renamed streaming service will run you $80 per month and up after the free trial option. (The package that includes NFL Network will run you $99 per month.)
Fubo TV
This sports-focused cord-cutting service carries broadcast networks in most markets. There’s a seven-day free trial, followed by monthly charges of $80 and up, depending on the channels you choose.
Can I watch NFL games on Amazon?
Not today. Amazon, however, is the home of Thursday Night Football once again, with the exception of next week’s Thanksgiving games, which will air on traditional networks. Amazon will, however, air a game on Black Friday.
Does the NFL offer any viewing packages to watch the games I want?
Three of ‘em.
NFL App
The NFL App will let you stream games that are being broadcast locally in your market on Sundays. If you want to watch an “out of market” game, you’ve got two choices.
NFL+
Watch live local and out of market games and (with the premium subscription) replays. You’re looking at a $50 charge per season. ($100 for premium.)
NFL Sunday Ticket
YouTube once again is the home for this channel. Prices this year start at $73 per month for Sunday Ticket and YouTubeTV or $449 for just Sunday Ticket (spanning the entirety of out-of-market games this season).
