Where Can I Watch the NFL Playoffs?

Wondering where you can watch the NFL playoffs? Check out this list of the best ways to catch all the action, whether you’re at home or on the go.

Official Channels

The NFL playoffs will be aired on several official channels.

NFL Game Pass

If you’re looking for a comprehensive NFL experience, NFL Game Pass is your best bet. For $99.99/year, you can get access to live out-of-market and preseason games, live regular season games on your phone, tablet, or other connected devices, as well as loads of on-demand content including full game replays, condensed versions of games, coach’s film (with all 22 players on the field at the same time), and more. You can also get access to NFL RedZone with NFL Game Pass.

DirecTV

DirecTV (stylized as DIRECTV) is an American direct broadcast satellite service provider based in El Segundo, California and is a subsidiary of AT&T. Its satellite service, launched on June 17, 1994, transmits digital television and audio to households in the United States, Latin America, and the Caribbean. Its primary competitors are Dish Network and cable television providers.

As of Q3 2020, DirecTV had 21 million subscribers.

Unofficial Channels

If you don’t have a TV or cable subscription, you can still watch the NFL playoffs. There are several unofficial channels that will be broadcasting the playoffs. You can find a complete list of these channels here.

FirstRowSports

FirstRowSports is an illegal streaming site that provides live streams of sporting events. The site has been linked to piracy and has been the subject of multiple lawsuits. FirstRowSports is not affiliated with any official sports governing body, and it does not have the rights to stream any copyrighted material.

LiveTV

LiveTV is an unofficial channel that offers streaming of the NFL playoffs. While it is not an authorized or official channel, it does offer a way to watch the playoffs for free.

Stream2Watch

Stream2Watch is an unofficial live streaming service that lets you watch NFL Playoffs games online for free. The stream quality is often poor and the selection of games is limited, but it’s a good option if you can’t find a better one.

Other Options

If you’re looking for alternatives to traditional cable TV, there are several options available to stream NFL playoff games. You can watch the playoffs on NFL Game Pass, which gives you access to every game, live and on-demand. You can also watch the playoffs on fuboTV, which offers a 7-day free trial.

Sling TV

You can watch the NFL Playoffs on Sling TV, which is a live TV streaming service. You can start a 7-day free trial of Sling TV right here, and you can then watch a live stream of the NFL Playoffs on your computer via the Sling TV website, or on your phone (Android and iPhone), tablet, Roku, Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV, Chromecast or Xbox One.

If you can’t watch the NFL Playoffs live, Sling TV also comes with 10 hours of cloud DVR space, as well as a chance to watch any game On Demand.

You can sign up for a free 7-day trial no matter what package you choose, and you can then watch the playoffs live on your computer via the Sling TV website, or on your phone (Android and iPhone), tablet, Roku, Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV, Chromecast or Xbox One.

YouTube TV

YouTube TV is a great option for cord-cutters who want to watch the NFL playoffs. YouTube TV offers a free trial, so you can test it out before you commit. YouTube TV includes all of the major broadcast networks (ABC, CBS, Fox, NBC), so you’ll be able to watch every game. YouTube TV also has a DVR feature, so you can record games and watch them later.

FuboTV

FuboTV is a streaming service that offers live NFL games as well as a comprehensive selection of on-demand content. You’ll be able to watch all of the major networks that show NFL games, including ESPN, Fox, CBS, and NBC. FuboTV also offers a 7-day free trial, so you can try it out before committing.