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2024 College Football Playoff Livestream: How to Watch Every Game Without Cable

The 2024 CFP is almost here — these are the best streaming services for watching every game online

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December 19, 2024

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The College Football Playoff (CFP) Championship trophy sits on display during the 2024 Big Ten Media Days on July 23, 2024 at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, IN. James Black/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images

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The 2024 College Football Playoff is almost here, pitting — for the first time — 12 of the nation’s best programs against each other. Among the favorites to win the trophy are No. 1 Oregon, No. 2 Georgia, No. 3 Boise State, and No. 4 Arizona State.

At a Glance: How to Watch the 2024 College Football Playoff

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Below is everything you need to know about how to watch the 2024 College Football Playoff without cable, plus a full schedule of the NCAAF tournament.

How to Watch the College Football Playoff Online

College Football Playoff games will air live on ESPN, ABC, and TNT. The best way to watch every game is with a live TV streaming service that carries all three channels. Below is a breakdown of your best options.

How to Watch 2024 College Football Playoff Games Without Cable

DirecTV Stream

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With ESPN, ABC, and TNT in all of its packages, DirecTV Stream is a great choice for streaming the College Football Playoff. Subscriptions start with a five-day free trial and plans begin at $86.99 per month.

How to Watch 2024 College Football Playoff Games Without Cable

Hulu + Live TV

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Hulu + Live TV carries ESPN and includes access to Disney+ and ESPN+. The bundle service costs $82.99 per month after a three-day free trial.

How to Watch 2024 College Football Playoff Games Without Cable

Sling

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Sling’s Orange plan includes ESPN, ABC, and TNT in its Orange + Blue plan. This package costs $33 for your first month and then $66 a month afterward. Sling does not currently offer a free trial.

How to Watch 2024 College Football Playoff Games Without Cable

Fubo

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Fubo offers ESPN and ABC (but not TNT), making it another good option for streaming the CFP. It includes a seven-day free trial, and packages start at $79.99 per month after that.

Stream the College Football Playoff for Free

To stream College Football Playoff games for free, take advantage of the free trials offered by DirecTV Stream, Fubo, and Hulu + Live TV. Remember to cancel before the trial period ends to avoid charges.

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College Football Playoff Dates and Start Times

Here’s the full College Football Playoff schedule:

First Round

Friday, Dec. 20, 2024
Indiana at Notre Dame – 8 p.m. ET on ABC/ESPN

Saturday, Dec. 21, 2024
SMU at Penn State – noon p.m. ET on TNT
Clemson at Texas – 4 p.m. ET on TNT
Tennessee at Ohio State – 8 p.m. ET on ABC/ESPN

Quarterfinals

Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2024
Fiesta Bowl – 4 p.m. ET on ESPN

Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025
Peach Bowl – 1 p.m. ET on ESPN
Rose Bowl – 5:00 p.m. ET on ESPN
Sugar Bowl – 8:45 p.m. ET on ESPN

Semifinals

Thursday, Jan. 9, 2025
Orange Bowl – 7:30 p.m. ET on ESPN

Friday, Jan. 10, 2025
Cotton Bowl Classic – 7:30 p.m. ET on ESPN

National Championship

Monday, Jan. 13, 2025
Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta, GA – 7:30 p.m. ET on ESPN

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