Paramount Plus carries NFL games, but not every game
Paramount Plus shows Thursday Night Football during the NFL regular season, plus some playoff games and the Super Bowl when CBS has broadcast rights. You will not find Monday Night Football, Sunday Night Football, or most Sunday afternoon games on Paramount Plus — those air on ESPN, NBC, and Fox. The specific games available depend on which network holds the rights that week and whether Paramount Plus has a streaming agreement for that particular broadcast.
The channel also carries college football games when CBS broadcasts them, typically on Saturday afternoons during the fall season. If you are looking for a specific team or game, checking the Paramount Plus schedule directly is faster than guessing which network has it.
Key Takeaways
- Paramount Plus streams Thursday Night Football during the NFL regular season as part of its sports package.
- You can watch some playoff games and the Super Bowl on Paramount Plus when CBS has the broadcast rights.
- Most Sunday and Monday NFL games air on other networks and are not available on Paramount Plus.
- College football games appear on Paramount Plus when CBS is the broadcaster, usually on Saturday afternoons in fall.
- The Paramount Plus schedule changes week to week, so checking the app or website directly shows what is actually streaming this week.
Thursday Night Football on Paramount Plus
Thursday Night Football is the main NFL offering on Paramount Plus. Games stream live during the regular season, and you can also watch replays on demand after the broadcast ends. The broadcast includes the same commentary and production you would see on CBS television.
To watch, you need an active Paramount Plus subscription. The service offers different subscription tiers — some include ads and some do not — but Thursday Night Football is available on all of them. If you are outside the United States, availability may differ depending on your location and local broadcasting agreements.
Playoff games and the Super Bowl
Paramount Plus carries playoff games and the Super Bowl only when CBS has the broadcast rights that year. The NFL rotates which network gets which games, so CBS does not broadcast every playoff game every season. In years when CBS has a playoff slot, that game streams on Paramount Plus alongside the television broadcast.
The Super Bowl appears on Paramount Plus roughly every three years, depending on the rotation. If you want to know whether a specific playoff game or the upcoming Super Bowl will stream on Paramount Plus, check the NFL schedule or Paramount Plus's sports section closer to the date.
College football on Paramount Plus
College football games stream on Paramount Plus when CBS broadcasts them. Most of these games air on Saturday afternoons during the fall season, typically featuring matchups involving major conference teams. The availability changes week to week based on the CBS broadcast schedule.
Like NFL games, college football on Paramount Plus requires an active subscription. Replays are usually available on demand after the live broadcast ends, so you can watch games you missed during the week.
How to find this week's football schedule
Open the Paramount Plus app or website and look for the Sports section or Live TV tab. From there, you can see what games are streaming this week and when they start. You can also search for a specific team name to see if they have an upcoming broadcast on the service.
The NFL and college football schedules are published months in advance, but the Paramount Plus streaming schedule updates as broadcast rights are confirmed. If a game you want to watch does not appear on Paramount Plus, it is likely airing on ESPN, Fox, NBC, or another network instead.
What you need to watch football on Paramount Plus
You need a Paramount Plus subscription and an internet connection. The service works on phones, tablets, computers, smart TVs, and streaming devices like Roku and Amazon Fire Stick. read the Paramount Plus app from your device's app store, sign in with your subscription details, and navigate to the Sports or Live TV section.
For the best experience, use a strong internet connection — streaming live sports requires more bandwidth than on-demand shows. If you are watching on a phone or tablet, make sure you have enough data if you are not on Wi-Fi. Paramount Plus allows you to stream on multiple devices at once depending on your subscription tier, so you can watch on your TV while someone else watches on their phone.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I watch NFL games on Paramount Plus without a subscription?
No, you need an active Paramount Plus subscription to stream any live sports, including Thursday Night Football. The service does not offer a free tier for live content, though some on-demand highlights may be available to non-subscribers.
Why is my favorite team's game not on Paramount Plus?
Most NFL games air on Fox, ESPN, or NBC, which have their own streaming services. Paramount Plus only carries games that CBS broadcasts. Check which network is showing the game you want, then look for it on that network's streaming app instead.
Can I watch Thursday Night Football on Paramount Plus if I live outside the US?
Availability outside the United States depends on local broadcasting agreements in your country. Some regions have different streaming rights. Check the Paramount Plus app in your location or contact customer support to see what sports content is available where you are.
Do I need a cable subscription to watch football on Paramount Plus?
No, Paramount Plus is a standalone streaming service. You do not need cable or a TV provider login to watch. A Paramount Plus subscription is all you need.
Are replays of Thursday Night Football available after the game ends?
Yes, full game replays are usually available on demand within a few hours after the live broadcast ends. You can watch them anytime during your subscription period.