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How to watch Week 16 games of the 2024-2025 NFL season live online for free—and without cable

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Super Saturday generally refers to the last-minute shopping push retailers see on the weekend before Christmas. This year, though, it could also refer to the NFL.

The pros take over the day that’s usually the NCAA’s turf this year, in what is likely the most drawn-out week of football you’re likely to see. There are games Saturday, Sunday, and Monday. Then, on Wednesday, Week 17 kicks off on Netflix, followed by the final Thursday night game of the year and then more games next Saturday and Sunday.

As if that weren’t enough, NCAA bowl games are going on as well.

In other words, if you’re a football fan, Santa’s delivering your presents early.

Here’s all you need to know about this weekend’s games.

Which NFL teams are playing this weekend? And what channels are airing the games?

As always, the home team is listed second.

Saturday, Dec. 21

Houston Texans vs. Kansas City Chiefs, 1:00 p.m. ET on NBC

Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Baltimore Ravens, 4:30 p.m. ET on Fox

Sunday, Dec. 22

New York Giants vs. Atlanta Falcons, 1:00 p.m. ET on Fox

Detroit Lions vs. Chicago Bears, 1:00 p.m. ET on Fox

Arizona Cardinals vs. Carolina Panthers, 1:00 p.m. ET on Fox

Los Angeles Rams vs. New York Jets, 1:00 p.m. ET on CBS

Philadelphia Eagles vs. Washington Commanders, 1:00 p.m. ET on Fox

Cleveland Browns vs. Cincinnati Bengals, 1:00 p.m. ET on CBS

Tennessee Titans vs. Indianapolis Colts, 1:00 p.m. ET on CBS

Minnesota Vikings vs. Seattle Seahawks, 4:05 p.m. ET on Fox

New England Patriots vs. Buffalo Bills, 4:25 p.m. ET on CBS

Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Las Vegas Raiders, 4:25 p.m. ET on CBS

San Francisco 49ers vs. Miami Dolphins, 4:25 p.m. ET on CBS

Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs. Dallas Cowboys, 8:20 p.m. ET on NBC

Monday, Dec. 23

New Orleans Saints vs. Green Bay Packers, 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. There are a number of choices, in fact.

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 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. The next (and final) Thursday night matchup of the season is on Dec. 26, when the Seattle Seahawks face the Chicago Bears.

Does the NFL offer any viewing packages to watch the games I want?

Three, in fact.

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).

This story was originally featured on Fortune.com

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