Fox Sports content on Paramount Plus depends on which sport and which league you're watching
Paramount Plus carries some Fox Sports programming, but not all of it. The streaming service has rights to certain NFL games, some college football, and select soccer matches. However, most Fox Sports content—including regular-season MLB, NBA, and NHL games—stays on cable Fox or moves to other streaming services. What you can watch on Paramount Plus changes based on the sport, the league, and the time of year.
The key difference is between national broadcasts (games that air on Fox the cable channel) and exclusive streaming rights (games that only appear on Paramount Plus). Paramount Plus gets some of each, but they are not the same games.
Key Takeaways
- Paramount Plus carries Thursday Night Football during the NFL season, plus some playoff games and Super Bowl broadcasts.
- College football games that air on Fox may also stream on Paramount Plus, but not every game—check the broadcast schedule first.
- Most MLB, NBA, and NHL games on Fox stay on cable and do not stream on Paramount Plus.
- Soccer coverage includes some MLS matches and international tournaments, though availability varies by region and broadcast rights.
- Paramount Plus is not the primary home for Fox Sports; it is one of several places where Fox Sports content appears.
NFL games on Paramount Plus
Paramount Plus streams Thursday Night Football during the regular season. These are games that also air on Fox, and Paramount Plus subscribers can watch them live or on demand. The service also carries some NFL playoff games and Super Bowl broadcasts when those games are assigned to Fox.
Thursday Night Football runs from September through early January, with one game per week. The specific teams playing change week to week, so check the NFL schedule on the Paramount Plus app or website to see which matchups are coming. If you have a cable subscription to Fox, you can also watch these games on the Fox app or website without needing Paramount Plus.
College football and college sports
College football games broadcast on Fox often stream on Paramount Plus as well. However, not every Fox college football game appears on the streaming service—some are cable-only. The easiest way to know is to check the game schedule on Paramount Plus directly or look at the broadcast listing on the college team's website.
Other college sports on Fox, such as college basketball and college baseball, may also stream on Paramount Plus, but again, this is not may provide for every game. Paramount Plus is not the exclusive home for college sports; it is one of several outlets where Fox broadcasts appear.
MLB, NBA, and NHL on Paramount Plus
Most Major League Baseball, National Basketball Association, and National Hockey League games that air on Fox do not stream on Paramount Plus. These games typically stay on cable Fox or move to other streaming platforms that hold exclusive rights. For example, some MLB games stream on Apple TV Plus, some NBA games appear on ESPN Plus, and some NHL games are on ESPN Plus or other services.
If you want to watch these sports on Paramount Plus, check the service's sports section or search for the specific team or league. If nothing appears, the game is likely not available on Paramount Plus. Your cable provider's app or the league's own streaming service (MLB.TV, NBA League Pass, NHL Plus) may have it instead.
Soccer and international sports
Paramount Plus carries some Major League Soccer (MLS) matches, though not every game. The service also streams some international soccer tournaments and matches, depending on broadcast rights in your region. MLS games that air on Fox may appear on Paramount Plus, but some MLS broadcasts go to other networks or streaming services.
If you follow a specific MLS team, check the team's schedule on their website to see which games are on Paramount Plus versus cable or other platforms. International soccer availability changes by tournament and region, so the Paramount Plus app is the best place to see what is currently available.
How to find Fox Sports content on Paramount Plus
Open the Paramount Plus app or website and look for the Sports section. You can browse by sport (NFL, college football, soccer) or search for a specific team or game. Paramount Plus shows upcoming games with their air dates and times, so you can plan ahead.
If you are looking for a specific game and cannot find it on Paramount Plus, check the broadcast listing on the league's official website or the team's schedule. The listing will tell you which network or streaming service has the rights to that particular game. You may need a cable subscription, a different streaming service, or the league's own app to watch it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I watch all Fox Sports games on Paramount Plus?
No. Paramount Plus has streaming rights to some Fox Sports content—mainly Thursday Night Football, some college football, and select soccer—but not all. Most MLB, NBA, and NHL games on Fox stay on cable or stream elsewhere. Check the specific game's broadcast listing to see where it is available.
Do I need cable to watch Thursday Night Football on Paramount Plus?
No. Thursday Night Football streams live on Paramount Plus without requiring a cable subscription. You only need a Paramount Plus subscription. If you have cable Fox, you can also watch on the Fox app or website.
Why is a Fox game not on Paramount Plus?
Fox holds broadcast rights to a game, but Paramount Plus does not always hold streaming rights to the same game. Streaming rights are sold separately from cable rights, so a game can air on Fox cable but stream on a different service or not stream at all. Check the game's official broadcast listing to find where it is available.
Does Paramount Plus have exclusive Fox Sports games?
Paramount Plus carries some games that also air on Fox cable, but it does not typically have exclusive Fox Sports games that do not air on cable. The service is one outlet for Fox content, not the primary one.