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The NFL is The first regular season game will be on Sunday night, September 8. It's going to be a big one, as the Los Angeles Rams visit Motor City Stadium to face the Detroit Lions. The last time the two teams met was in the NFC Wild Card round of the playoffs, 23-24, with the Lions edging the Rams by one point and earning their first playoff win since 1991. If you're looking to watch the game and don't have cable or an antenna, there are several ways to watch it.
Overview: How to Watch Rams vs Lions Without Cable
- flowPeacock streams NFL games on Sundays, or you can subscribe to a live TV streaming service like DirecTV Stream, FuboTV, Sling, or Hulu + LiveTV.
- TV channelsYou can watch the game on NBC, which broadcasts Sunday Night Football.
- Date/Start Time: 9/8/24; 8:20 PM EST
The most direct way to watch the game is to subscribe to Peacock. The NBCUniversal streaming service has established itself as a must-have for sports fans by broadcasting events like the Olympic/Paralympic Games, the Tour Championship, NASCAR, and other major sporting events.
Sunday Night Football has been a staple of NBC’s broadcasts since 2006, making NBC and Peacock the best way to watch the Rams/Lions game, as well as the upcoming Chiefs-Falcons game on Sunday, September 22. However, it’s not the only option, especially if you’re looking for a more comprehensive multi-channel streaming service to replace cable. Unlike the options below, Peacock doesn’t offer a free trial. So if you’re looking to watch the game without having to commit, consider one of the services below.
Best for channel surfers
Live TV
If you miss channel surfing but don’t miss the hassle of cable and satellite, DirecTV Stream offers all the benefits of its satellite package, minus the hardware. Any of its packages will give you access to NBC, and its entertainment package starts at $59.99/month. DirecTV is currently in a dispute with Disney, which limits fans’ access to Disney channels and ESPN. The dispute won’t affect Sunday Night Football, which is broadcast by NBC.
Best for sports fans
FUBO TV
FuboTV is a streaming package aimed at sports fans. Packages start at $79.99, but you can get a free 7-day trial. In addition to dozens of sports channels, Fubo also offers local networks, like NBC. However, availability varies by region, so enter your zip code before signing up.
Best value
sling
Sling is an affordable option for streaming live TV, offering packages that can be customized based on what you want to watch. Sling’s Blue package gives you access to NBC, and it’s currently half price. That means you can sign up for just $20 a month.
Best variety
Hulu + Live TV
Sports and live streaming fans can take advantage of Hulu + Live TV, which combines Hulu’s extensive library of TV shows and live streams. This includes local channels and cable news, as well as Disney+ and ESPN+. Hulu also offers a 3-day free trial. Hulu + Live TV costs $76.99/month after the free trial.
What you need to know about The Rams vs The Lions match
The Detroit Lions are one of four teams that have never made it to the Super Bowl. That’s why there’s understandable excitement around the team this year, led by quarterback Jared Goff. They’re the favorites to make the Super Bowl, but they’ll need to beat the Kansas City Chiefs if they want to hoist the Vince Lombardi Trophy.
California-born Goff began his career with the Los Angeles Rams, while Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford began his career with the Lions. In fact, the only two NFL teams Goff and Stafford have played for are the Rams and Lions, making Sunday's matchup an especially interesting one.
