Paramount Plus will not carry Super Bowl 2026
Super Bowl LX in 2026 will air on NBC, not on Paramount Plus. NBC holds the broadcast rights for that game, which means the main feed will run on NBC's television channel and stream through Peacock, NBC's streaming service. Paramount Plus will not have the game, even though it carries other NFL content during the regular season.
This is different from some other major sports events. Paramount Plus does show NFL games on Thursday nights and some playoff games, but the Super Bowl is licensed separately each year to one of the major broadcasters. For 2026, that broadcaster is NBC. If you want to watch on a streaming service, Peacock is where the game will be available.
Key Takeaways
- Super Bowl LX will broadcast on NBC and stream on Peacock, not on Paramount Plus.
- The NFL rotates Super Bowl broadcast rights among CBS, Fox, and NBC on a three-year cycle, and NBC holds the rights for 2026.
- Paramount Plus carries regular-season NFL games on Thursday nights and some playoff games, but the Super Bowl is licensed separately.
- If you want to stream the game, you will need a paid Peacock subscription; the free tier does not include live sports.
- CBS will hold the Super Bowl rights again in 2029 and 2030, at which point the game would stream on Paramount Plus.
How the NFL rotates Super Bowl rights among networks
The NFL divides Super Bowl broadcast rights among CBS, Fox, and NBC on a three-year cycle. CBS aired Super Bowl LVII in 2023. Fox broadcast Super Bowl LVIII in 2024. NBC will show Super Bowl LIX in 2025 and Super Bowl LX in 2026. After 2026, the cycle repeats: Fox gets 2027 and 2028, CBS gets 2029 and 2030, and NBC gets 2031 and 2032.
Each network also owns a streaming service that carries the game during its years. CBS owns Paramount Plus, Fox owns its own streaming platform, and NBC owns Peacock. The network that holds the broadcast rights that year is the only one that streams it. The Super Bowl is not part of any regular-season or playoff package — it is negotiated and sold separately because it is the most-watched broadcast of the year.
This rotation means Paramount Plus will eventually carry the Super Bowl again, but not until CBS wins the rights back. That will happen in 2029 at the earliest, based on the current schedule.
What Paramount Plus does show from the NFL
Paramount Plus carries NFL games on Thursday nights during the regular season, a package it has held since 2023. The service also shows some playoff games and occasional special events. But the Super Bowl is not part of any of these packages, and it never has been, because the Super Bowl is licensed separately from all other NFL content.
If you subscribe to Paramount Plus for football, you are getting regular-season and playoff content, not the championship game. The Thursday night package includes 15 games per season, and the playoff games vary year to year depending on which teams make it. But the Super Bowl remains on the major broadcast networks and their streaming partners only.
How to watch Super Bowl 2026 on a streaming service
Peacock will stream Super Bowl LX live on February 1, 2026. You can also watch on NBC's television broadcast if you have cable or an antenna. Peacock requires a paid subscription; the free tier does not include live sports. The paid plan costs money per month, though Peacock sometimes offers promotional rates around major events.
To watch on Peacock, you will need to sign up for a subscription before the game. Peacock offers different tiers, and the exact price depends on which one you choose. Check Peacock's website closer to the game date to see what options are available and whether any promotional pricing is running.
If you do not want to subscribe to Peacock, you can watch on NBC with a cable or antenna connection. Some bars and restaurants will also show the game. A few other streaming services may carry the NBC feed if you have a live TV package through them, but Peacock is the primary streaming home for the game.
Why the Super Bowl is not on Paramount Plus
The NFL negotiates Super Bowl rights separately from regular-season games. These are the most-watched broadcasts of the year, so the league auctions them to the highest bidder among the major networks. Paramount Plus is owned by CBS, which does not currently hold those rights for 2026.
The rotation ensures each major network gets a turn. CBS, Fox, and NBC take turns hosting the game and its streaming rights. Paramount Plus benefits from the NFL's regular-season package, but the Super Bowl stays with whichever network won the bid for that year. This separation of rights is why you can watch regular NFL games on Paramount Plus but not the Super Bowl.
When Paramount Plus will carry the Super Bowl again
CBS will hold the Super Bowl broadcast rights again in 2029 and 2030. When that happens, Super Bowl LXIII in 2029 and Super Bowl LXIV in 2030 will stream on Paramount Plus. Until then, the game will be on NBC (2025 and 2026) and Fox (2027 and 2028).
If you are a Paramount Plus subscriber and want to watch the Super Bowl before 2029, you will need to use another service or watch on broadcast television. But if you are willing to wait, CBS's turn will come around again, and the game will be available on Paramount Plus at that time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will Paramount Plus ever show the Super Bowl again?
Yes. CBS will hold the Super Bowl broadcast rights again in 2029 and 2030. When that happens, Super Bowl LXIII in 2029 and Super Bowl LXIV in 2030 will stream on Paramount Plus. The current rotation has NBC in 2025 and 2026, Fox in 2027 and 2028, and CBS in 2029 and 2030.
Do I need Peacock Premium to watch Super Bowl 2026?
Yes. Peacock's free tier does not include live sports or the Super Bowl. You will need a paid Peacock subscription. Prices vary, but the service usually offers promotional pricing around major events like the Super Bowl.
Can I watch Super Bowl 2026 on NBC if I have Paramount Plus?
Yes, but you will need to watch on NBC's television broadcast, not through Paramount Plus. If you have cable or an antenna, you can watch on NBC directly. Paramount Plus will not carry the stream.
What if I only have Paramount Plus and no other streaming service?
You will need to either get Peacock for the game, watch on NBC with an antenna or cable connection, or find another way to view it. Paramount Plus alone will not have Super Bowl LX. If you want to stream it, Peacock is the only option in 2026.