Where to watch Patriots games on Paramount Plus

Paramount Plus carries some New England Patriots games, but not all of them. The service streams games that air on CBS, since Paramount Plus is owned by the same parent company. That means you can watch Patriots games when CBS has the broadcast rights — typically Sunday afternoon games during the regular season.

Not every Patriots game lands on CBS. Games on ESPN, NFL Network, Amazon Prime Video, or NBC air elsewhere and will not appear on Paramount Plus. You need to check the NFL schedule for that specific week to know which network has the game you want to watch.

To watch on Paramount Plus, you need an active subscription. The service offers a basic tier with ads and an ad-free tier at a higher price. Both tiers include live sports broadcasts.

Key Takeaways

  • Paramount Plus streams Patriots games only when CBS broadcasts them, which is usually Sunday afternoon games during the regular season.
  • Games on ESPN, NFL Network, Amazon Prime Video, or NBC will not be available on Paramount Plus.
  • You can check the NFL's official schedule to see which network carries each week's Patriots game before game day.
  • Both the ad-supported and ad-free Paramount Plus subscriptions include live sports, so either tier works for watching games.

How to find this week's Patriots game on the schedule

Visit NFL.com and navigate to the schedule section. Search for the New England Patriots or look at the week you want to watch. The schedule lists the date, time, and broadcast network for every game.

If the network column shows CBS, the game will stream on Paramount Plus. If it shows ESPN, NFL Network, Amazon Prime Video, or NBC, you will need a different service. Some games may also be marked as exclusive to one of those networks, which means Paramount Plus will not carry them.

You can also check Paramount Plus directly. Open the app or website, go to the sports section, and look for upcoming NFL games. The service displays which games are available to stream in your region.

Regional blackout rules and what they mean

The NFL enforces blackout rules that can prevent you from watching a game on Paramount Plus even if CBS is broadcasting it. Blackouts typically explore when a game is not sold out at the stadium. If the Patriots game is blacked out in your area, you will see a message on Paramount Plus saying the game is not available.

Blackout rules vary by region. A game might be blacked out in New England but available in California. There is no way around blackout restrictions through Paramount Plus — they are enforced at the network level before the stream reaches you.

If a game is blacked out on Paramount Plus, you can sometimes watch it on local CBS television instead, or wait for highlights and replays to become available after the game ends.

What to do if the Patriots game is on a different network

If the Patriots game airs on ESPN, you can watch it through the ESPN app or ESPN Plus, depending on whether it is a regular broadcast or an exclusive stream. Games on ESPN Plus require a separate subscription to that service.

NFL Network games require either an NFL Plus subscription or a cable subscription that includes NFL Network. Amazon Prime Video carries Thursday Night Football games during the season, and those are included with an Amazon Prime membership.

NBC Sunday Night Football games stream on Peacock, NBC's streaming service. Some Peacock content is free, but live sports typically require a Peacock Premium subscription.

Checking your Paramount Plus subscription tier

Log into your Paramount Plus account and go to your profile or account settings. Look for your subscription plan. The page will show whether you have the ad-supported tier or the ad-free tier.

Both tiers include live sports and NFL games. The difference is that the ad-supported tier shows commercials during breaks, while the ad-free tier does not. Either one will let you stream Patriots games that air on CBS.

If your subscription has expired or lapsed, you will need to renew it before you can watch. Paramount Plus will prompt you to update your payment method or restart your subscription when you try to watch live content.

Streaming quality and device compatibility

Paramount Plus streams NFL games in up to 4K resolution on compatible devices, though most games stream in standard HD. The quality depends on your internet speed and the device you are using.

You can watch on phones, tablets, computers, smart TVs, streaming devices like Roku or Apple TV, and gaming consoles including PlayStation and Xbox. read the Paramount Plus app on your device or visit the website in a browser.

For the best experience, use a wired internet connection if possible. Wireless connections work but may buffer during peak viewing times when many people are streaming at once.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I watch Patriots games on Paramount Plus if I live outside New England?

Yes, as long as CBS broadcasts the game and it is not blacked out in your region. Blackout rules are based on your location, not where the Patriots play. A game might be available in one state and blacked out in another.

Do I need cable to watch Patriots games on Paramount Plus?

No. Paramount Plus is a standalone streaming service. You do not need a cable subscription to watch games that air on CBS through the app. You only need an active Paramount Plus subscription.

What happens if the Patriots game goes into overtime?

Paramount Plus will continue streaming the game for as long as it takes to finish, including overtime. There is no time limit on live broadcasts. You may see a slight delay compared to the television broadcast.

Can I watch Patriots games on Paramount Plus if I share an account?

Paramount Plus allows simultaneous streams depending on your subscription tier. Check your account settings to see how many devices can stream at the same time. Sharing outside your household may violate the service's terms.

Will Paramount Plus show replays of Patriots games after they air live?

Paramount Plus typically makes full game replays available after the live broadcast ends, though timing varies. You can usually find replays in the sports section of the app within a few hours of the game ending.