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How to Watch the NFL Network Online Without Cable
Don't fumble your chances at watching football this season; get a membership to DirecTV, Sling, or Philo instead
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August 7, 2025
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The wait is over, football is finally back. The National Football League (aka the NFL, aka your one true love) kicks off the 2025 season with Week 1 of preseason games set to begin on Thursday, Aug. 6, 2025. This year’s schedule features highly anticipated matchups like the Detroit Lions taking on the Los Angeles Chargers and the New York Giants facing off against the Buffalo Bills.
Already set your DVR to your favorite game? We get it. But if you’ve ditched cable and need a way to stream the NFL Network online, we’ve got you covered. Here are the best ways to watch every field goal, plus access exclusive shows and more, all without a cable subscription.
At a Glance: Where to Watch the NFL Network Online
- Stream: DirecTV, Fubo, Sling, Hulu + Live TV, NFL+
Where to Watch the NFL Network Online
Currently, streaming services like DirecTV and Hulu are offering free trials that allow you to watch pre-season NFL games at no cost. These trials usually last between three and seven days, giving you enough time to decide whether you want to continue your membership for the regular NFL season, which begins on Thursday, Sept. 4, 2025.
Whether you want to scream “Fly, Eagles Fly” at your TV or quietly (does anyone actually do this?), cheer on your hometown boys, we found the best ways to watch the NFL Network online without cable. Browse your various options below.
Editor’s pick
DirecTV
➤ $69.99/month
➤ Five-day free trial
➤ Up to 185+ channels
The NFL Network is one of the channel options included in DirecTV’s membership package. Right now, the streamer is offering a five-day free trial, which then increases to just under $70 per month. But let’s put it this way, once the regular NFL season starts, watching games from Thursday to Monday will quickly make the subscription worth the cost.
Fubo
➤ $84.99/month
➤ $30 off first month
➤ Up to 300+ channels
If you want access to the NFL Network, plus other channels like ESPN, ABC, and NBC, Fubo is the way to go. It’s affordable, convenient, and you can even get $30 off during your first month.
Sling
$46.00
➤ $45.99/month+
➤ Up to 46 channels
Although there is no free trial offered, Sling TV is one of the cheapest options for tuning into the NFL Network. Catch your favorite teams on the big screen, plus other shows like Good Morning Football and Inside the NFL.
Hulu + Live TV
➤ $76.99/month+
➤ Three-day free trial
➤ Up to 95 channels
There’s always the option to sign up for Hulu + Live TV (if you haven’t already done this yet). The fan-favorite service offers over 90 channels, including the NFL Network, to help you feel like you’re cheering from the sidelines, even when you’re just sitting on your couch.
NFL+
➤ $6.99/month+
➤ Get 20% off
➤ Local and primetime games
When trying to watch the NFL, what better place to turn to than NFL+? Priced affordably at just $6.99 per month, it offers two different packages for users to choose from. The standard package provides access to pre-season games, the NFL Network, and live commentary. The premium package includes all of that, along with access to NFL Redzone and exclusive footage.
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