How to Watch 2026 NFL Games Outside the US

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In this guide, I explained how you can stream NFL games from the 2026–2027 season live outside the US, including in Canada, the UK, Australia, or elsewhere.

How to Watch 2026 NFL Seasons Outside the US on Peacock or Paramount+

To watch the 2026 NFL season outside the US, use a reliable VPN and connect to a US server. Once connected, sign in to Peacock to stream NFL games, or use Paramount+ to watch NFL on CBS games live.

Subscribe to NordVPN
Install the VPN app on your device.
Connect to a US-based server.
Go to the Peacock website and sign in to your account. If you don’t have Peacock, you can also stream NFL games live on Paramount+.
You are all set to watch 2026 NFL matches live and from anywhere!

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2026–2027 NFL Season Overview

The 2026–2027 NFL season is the latest season of the National Football League, featuring 32 teams competing across an 18-week regular-season schedule before the playoffs and Super Bowl in early 2027. The regular season begins with the Seattle Seahawks hosting the New England Patriots in a Super Bowl rematch, followed by a Thursday game between the San Francisco 49ers and Los Angeles Rams in Australia and the first full Sunday schedule on September 13.

When Does the 2026 NFL Season Start?

The 2026 NFL regular season begins on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, with the New England Patriots visiting the Seattle Seahawks on NBC and Peacock. Football Night in America starts at 7 p.m. ET, followed by kickoff at 8:20 p.m. ET.

The first full Sunday of the season takes place on September 13, 2026. The regular season runs for 18 weeks before the NFL playoffs begin in early 2027.

Where to Watch the 2026 NFL Season in the US

You can watch 2026 NFL games across several networks and streaming services in the US, with Peacock carrying NBC’s Sunday Night Football games. Paramount+ is another streaming option for NFL on CBS games available in your local CBS market.

2026 NFL Opening Week Schedule

Here’s the 2026 NFL opening week schedule as a clean table:

Date	Matchup	Time (ET)
September 9, 2026	New England Patriots at Seattle Seahawks	8:20 p.m.
September 10, 2026	San Francisco 49ers at Los Angeles Rams	8:35 p.m.
September 13, 2026	Chicago Bears at Carolina Panthers	1:00 p.m.
September 13, 2026	Baltimore Ravens at Indianapolis Colts	1:00 p.m.
September 13, 2026	Atlanta Falcons at Pittsburgh Steelers	1:00 p.m.
September 13, 2026	Cleveland Browns at Jacksonville Jaguars	1:00 p.m.
September 13, 2026	Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Cincinnati Bengals	1:00 p.m.
September 13, 2026	New York Jets at Tennessee Titans	1:00 p.m.
September 13, 2026	New Orleans Saints at Detroit Lions	1:00 p.m.
September 13, 2026	Buffalo Bills at Houston Texans	1:00 p.m.
September 13, 2026	Arizona Cardinals at Los Angeles Chargers	4:25 p.m.
September 13, 2026	Green Bay Packers at Minnesota Vikings	4:25 p.m.
September 13, 2026	Miami Dolphins at Las Vegas Raiders	4:25 p.m.
September 13, 2026	Washington Commanders at Philadelphia Eagles	4:25 p.m.
September 13, 2026	Dallas Cowboys at New York Giants	8:20 p.m.
September 14, 2026	Denver Broncos at Kansas City Chiefs	8:15 p.m.

On What Devices Can You Watch 2026 NFL Games?

You can stream available 2026 NFL games through Peacock and Paramount+ on a wide range of supported internet-connected devices.

Category	Devices
Smartphones	iPhone, Android phones
Tablets	iPad, Android tablets
Computers	Windows PCs, Macs
Smart TVs	Samsung Smart TVs, LG Smart TVs, Vizio Smart TVs
Streaming Devices	Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Chromecast
TV Platforms	Android TV, Google TV
Web Browsers	Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Microsoft Edge

FAQs

How many weeks are in the 2026 NFL regular season?

The 2026 NFL regular season is played across 18 weeks.

What is the first game of the 2026 NFL season?

The New England Patriots visit the Seattle Seahawks in the first game of the 2026 NFL regular season. The matchup takes place on September 9, 2026, and is a rematch between the previous season’s Super Bowl teams.

Where is the first 2026 NFL game being played?

The opening game is played in Seattle, with the Seattle Seahawks hosting the New England Patriots.

How many NFL teams play in the 2026 season?

There are 32 teams competing in the 2026 NFL season.

Where Can You Watch NFL Game Replays On Demand?

You can watch replays of available NFL games on demand through Peacock and Paramount+ after they air. Peacock offers replays of its NBC NFL coverage, while Paramount+ provides on-demand viewing for available NFL on CBS games.

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