Here’s how to stream NFL Thursday Night Football Week 13 games online for free without cables: NBC, Amazon
After beating the Detroit Lions on Thanksgiving this week, the Buffalo Bills are hoping for another win on Thursday as they chase the top spot in the AFC East.
Standing in their way are the New England Patriots, who currently occupy the basement of this division but with a 6-5 record are hardly a team to ignore.
As we near the final third of the season, Amazon’s lineup of Thursday night’s games becomes more interesting – and this week’s matchup could be one of the best of the year.
Here’s how to watch Thursday night’s games tonight and the future, and what to expect.
Which NFL teams are playing on Thursdays this season?
Here’s who’s playing this week and future Thursdays, with a reminder that the home team comes second.
Thursday December 1st
Buffalo Bills v New England Patriots, 8:15 p.m. ET on Amazon Prime
Thursday December 8th
Las Vegas Raiders vs. Los Angeles Rams, 8:15 p.m. ET on Amazon Prime
Thursday 15 December
San Francisco 49ers vs. Seattle Seahawks, 8:15 p.m. ET on Amazon Prime
Thursday 22 December
Jacksonville Jaguars vs. New York Jets, 8:15 p.m. ET on Amazon Prime
Thursday 29 December
Dallas Cowboys vs. Tennessee Titans, 8:15 p.m. ET on Amazon Prime
Can I watch Thursday night NFL games for free on air television?
Yes, but only in very select markets. However, if you are outside of the coverage of these stations, streaming is your only option.
The hometowns of the two teams playing on a given Thursday will have the opportunity to watch over the air. Simulcasts are offered on broadcast networks so you can watch for free with a good HD antenna.
Can I live stream Thursday night NFL games online if I don’t have an Amazon Prime account?
Amazon has exclusivity on virtually all Thursday night games for the next 11 years, preventing other streaming services from broadcasting them. So if you don’t have a Prime account, you might want to consider one, especially with the playoff picture taking center stage.
What changes is Amazon offering for the broadcast NFL games?
Amazon uses its “X-Ray” technology to overlay stats and game updates, much like it provides information about which actors are in a scene during a movie or TV show. An alternative stream is also available for younger audiences, with YouTube troupe Dude Perfect replacing the standard play-by-play and color commentary team.
Who is the Amazon broadcast team?
Amazon has hired some of the most well-known announcers and commentators as it jumps into the NFL. Al Michaels, who has called on both Monday Night Football and Sunday Night Football, runs the team. Kirk Herbstreit, who has focused primarily on college games and played a key role in ESPN’s College GameDay program, is the color commentator. And All-Pro players Richard Sherman and Tony Gonzalez are analysts, alongside former Los Angeles Ram Andrew Whitworth and Ryan Fitzpatrick, who has played with nine teams during his career.
Can I watch Thursday Night Football at my favorite bar or restaurant?
Yes! Ahead of the season, Amazon struck a deal with DirecTV, allowing more than 300,000 bars and restaurants across the country to broadcast the game
Does the NFL offer viewer packages to watch Thursday night games?
There is an alternative. That NFL app allows you to stream games that are broadcast locally in your market as well as any games that are played in prime time.
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