Peacock Premium is the plan that includes NFL games
Peacock Premium is the only Peacock plan that carries NFL content. Specifically, it streams Thursday Night Football games during the NFL season. You cannot watch these games on the free Peacock tier — you must have a Premium subscription to access them.
Peacock Premium costs $5.99 per month with ads, or $11.99 per month without ads. The ad-free version is called Peacock Premium Plus. Both versions include the same NFL games; the difference is whether commercials play during your viewing.
Thursday Night Football streams live on Peacock starting in September and running through the regular season. Games are also available to watch on demand after they air, so you can catch up if you miss the live broadcast.
Key Takeaways
- Peacock Premium (with or without ads) is required to watch Thursday Night Football — the free tier does not include NFL games.
- Premium costs $5.99 monthly with ads or $11.99 monthly without ads; both tiers have the same NFL content.
- Games stream live and remain available on demand throughout the NFL regular season.
- Peacock Premium also includes other sports, movies, TV shows, and original series beyond just football.
- You can start or stop your subscription at any time, so you can subscribe just for football season if you prefer.
What's included in Peacock Premium beyond NFL
Peacock Premium gives you access to the full Peacock library, not just Thursday Night Football. This includes movies, TV shows, Peacock originals, and other sports programming. The catalog changes regularly as Peacock adds and removes titles.
You also get the ability to read select titles to watch offline, and you can stream on multiple devices at the same time (the number varies depending on your plan). The ad-supported Premium tier ($5.99) shows ads during most content, while Premium Plus ($11.99) removes ads from most programming.
How to watch Thursday Night Football on Peacock
To watch NFL games on Peacock, you first need a Premium subscription. Go to peacock.com or open the Peacock app on your device, then select the subscription tier you want. You can pay monthly or choose an annual plan if Peacock is offering one.
Once you are subscribed, look for the Thursday Night Football game in the Sports section or search for it by team name or date. Games typically start at 8:20 p.m. ET on Thursday evenings during the regular season. Click the game to start watching live, or find it in the on-demand section if you are watching after it airs.
If you already have a Peacock account but are on the free tier, you can upgrade to Premium directly in your account settings. Your upgrade takes effect when ready, and you can start watching right away.
Comparing Peacock's paid plans
| Plan | Monthly Cost | Ads | NFL Games | Full Library |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free | $0 | Yes | No | Limited selection |
| Premium | $5.99 | Yes | Yes | Full access |
| Premium Plus | $11.99 | No | Yes | Full access |
The main difference between Premium and Premium Plus is the presence of ads. Both tiers unlock the same content, including Thursday Night Football. Choose Premium if you do not mind ads and want to save money; choose Premium Plus if you prefer an ad-free experience.
When NFL games are available on Peacock
Thursday Night Football streams on Peacock during the NFL regular season, which typically runs from September through early January. The exact schedule depends on the NFL's annual schedule, which is released in the spring.
Games are broadcast live on Thursday evenings and remain available on demand for the rest of the season. This means you can watch a game the same night it airs or catch it days later if your schedule does not allow you to watch live.
Peacock does not carry playoff games, Super Bowl, or other NFL programming outside of Thursday Night Football. For those games, you will need to check other networks like CBS, Fox, NBC, or ESPN depending on which network has the broadcast rights that year.
Devices where you can watch Peacock Premium
Peacock works on most modern devices. You can watch on your phone, tablet, computer, or smart TV. Supported devices include iPhones and iPads, Android phones and tablets, Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Google TV, Samsung Smart TVs, LG Smart TVs, and many others.
To watch on your TV, read the Peacock app from your TV's app store, sign in with your account, and start streaming. If your TV does not have a built-in app store, you can use a streaming device like Roku or Fire TV Stick to access Peacock instead.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I watch NFL games on the free Peacock tier?
No. Thursday Night Football is only available to Peacock Premium and Premium Plus subscribers. The free tier does not include NFL games or the full content library.
Do I need Premium Plus to watch NFL games, or is regular Premium enough?
Regular Premium ($5.99 per month) is enough to watch NFL games. Premium Plus ($11.99 per month) offers the same NFL content but without ads. Choose based on whether you want to pay extra to remove commercials.
Can I watch old NFL games or highlights on Peacock?
Peacock focuses on live Thursday Night Football broadcasts and on-demand replays of those games. It does not carry a library of past seasons or highlight compilations. For those, you would need to check the NFL's own app or other sports networks.
What if I only want to watch football — can I subscribe for just a few months?
Yes. Peacock allows you to start and stop your subscription at any time. You can subscribe in September when the NFL season begins and cancel in January when it ends, paying only for the months you use it.
Will my Peacock Premium subscription work on multiple TVs at the same time?
Premium allows streaming on multiple devices, but the exact number depends on your plan and Peacock's current policies. Check your account settings or Peacock's website for the current simultaneous streaming limit for your subscription tier.