The Steelers visit the Bengals on Sunday Night Football. NBC carries it, and Peacock streams it with a subscription. Away from the TV? This is your app. Below, every other network has its own official app too, with what is free and what needs a plan.
Which App for Which Network
Every network has its own app. The list below goes from the most common Sunday choices to the Monday and Thursday games.
Paramount+ for CBS
CBS has the early and late afternoon Sunday games. Paramount+ streams them on a paid plan, and live access depends on your plan and your area.
Paramount+CBS Mobile
4.64
★★★★★943K ratings on the App Store
SubscriptionCBS games
PriceFree to download
PlatformsAndroid and iOS
Age rating12+ (iOS)
Ratings943K
Best for: NFL on CBS, with a paid plan. Check your plan and your area first.
FOX has its own pair of apps. FOX One is the main streaming app, and FOX Sports adds sports coverage. Both need a subscription or a TV provider login on the phone.
FOX One: Live News, Sports, TVFox Digital Services LLC
4.70
★★★★★112K ratings on the App Store
SubscriptionFOX games
PriceFree to download
PlatformsAndroid and iOS
Age rating12+ (iOS)
Ratings112K
Best for: FOX games, live news and sports, with a subscription or a TV provider login.
Not sure where your game is? The NFL app is free to download and shows the channel for every game. NFL+ is the optional paid plan inside it for live local and primetime games on phones and tablets.
NFLNFL Enterprises LLC
4.48
★★★★★412K ratings on the App Store
Official appFree to download
PriceFree to download
PlatformsAndroid and iOS
Age rating4+ (iOS)
Ratings412K
Best for: Scores, schedules and the channel for each game. NFL+ is an optional paid plan inside the app that streams live local and primetime games on phones and tablets.
Free: a local CBS, FOX or NBC station with a digital antenna, and the NFL app for scores and the schedule.
Paid: Paramount+, Peacock, FOX One, NFL+, ESPN and Prime Video.
Tip: Open the app and log in the day before. Passwords always fail at the worst moment.
Avoid Fake Streams
Pages that promise every game for free are where fans get burned. Expect pop-ups, malware and card requests. Real broadcasters do not need your card to prove your age.
Conclusion
One network, one app. Use today’s game line at the top to pick yours, install it, and sign in before kickoff.
FAQ
What app do I need for Sunday Night Football?
Peacock streams the NBC game with a subscription.
Is the NFL app free?
It is free to download and shows scores, the schedule and highlights. NFL+ inside the app is an optional paid plan.
Do I need cable to watch on my phone?
Not always. Network apps stream with their own plans, and some ask for a TV provider login instead.
Is it safe to use sites that promise every game for free?
No. They often carry malware and fake forms. Stick to official apps and local TV.
Disclaimer: This page is an independent guide and is not affiliated with, endorsed by or sponsored by the NFL, any team or any broadcaster. Team and network names are used only to identify games. Third-party apps are independent services. Schedules, channels, prices and free trial periods change often and depend on your location, so check each service before you sign up. Ratings shown come from the App Store in the United States and change over time.
