How To Watch NFL Games on Peacock in 2026 and Beyond
Curious about watching NFL games on Peacock? Here's how to stream Peacock's exclusive game and other NFL content.
For NFL fans, Peacock has become an increasingly useful companion during football season. The streaming service carries every Sunday Night Football game that airs on NBC, along with several other NFL matchups throughout the year.
Its lineup also includes an exclusive regular-season game and plenty of football programming beyond live broadcasts. That makes Peacock less of an all-in-one NFL solution and more of a valuable add-on for fans who want NBC’s games and extra league content in one place.
In this guide, we’ll break down which NFL games stream on Peacock, what plan you need, the complete 2026 schedule, and what other football content you can watch during the season and beyond.
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Which NFL games stream on Peacock?
For starters, if an NFL game airs on NBC, it also streams on Peacock. The only catch is that you’ll need a Peacock Premium subscription, the service’s entry-level paid plan, to watch live.
That includes every Sunday Night Football matchup alongside select preseason, regular-season, and playoff games. Peacock will also stream one exclusive NFL matchup during Week 17.
Altogether, that’s 26 NFL games available on Peacock during the 2026 season. Check out the complete schedule in the section below.
2026 NFL on Peacock schedule
Here’s the complete 2026 NFL on Peacock schedule. Most games also air on NBC, while Peacock’s Week 17 exclusive is available nationally only on the streaming service.
| Week/Event | Matchup | Date | Time (ET) | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hall of Fame Game | Arizona Cardinals at Carolina Panthers (in Canton) | Thursday, Aug. 6 | 8:00 p.m. | NBC, Peacock |
| NFL Kickoff | New England Patriots at Seattle Seahawks | Wednesday, Sept. 9 | 8:20 p.m. | NBC, Peacock |
| Week 1 | Dallas Cowboys at New York Giants | Sunday, Sept. 13 | 8:20 p.m. | NBC, Peacock |
| Week 2 | Indianapolis Colts at Kansas City Chiefs | Sunday, Sept. 20 | 8:20 p.m. | NBC, Peacock |
| Week 3 | Los Angeles Rams at Denver Broncos | Sunday, Sept. 27 | 8:20 p.m. | NBC, Peacock |
| Week 4 | Detroit Lions at Carolina Panthers | Sunday, Oct. 4 | 8:20 p.m. | NBC, Peacock |
| Week 5 | Baltimore Ravens at Atlanta Falcons | Sunday, Oct. 11 | 8:20 p.m. | NBC, Peacock |
| Week 6 | Dallas Cowboys at Green Bay Packers | Sunday, Oct. 18 | 8:20 p.m. | NBC, Peacock |
| Week 7 | Kansas City Chiefs at Seattle Seahawks | Sunday, Oct. 25 | 8:20 p.m. | NBC, Peacock |
| Week 8 | Philadelphia Eagles at Washington Commanders | Sunday, Nov. 1 | 8:20 p.m. | NBC, Peacock |
| Week 9 | Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Chicago Bears | Sunday, Nov. 8 | 8:20 p.m. | NBC, Peacock |
| Week 10 | Pittsburgh Steelers at Cincinnati Bengals | Sunday, Nov. 15 | 8:20 p.m. | NBC, Peacock |
| Week 11 | Minnesota Vikings vs. San Francisco 49ers | Sunday, Nov. 22 | 8:20 p.m. | NBC, Peacock |
| Thanksgiving | Kansas City Chiefs at Buffalo Bills | Thursday, Nov. 26 | 8:20 p.m. | NBC, Peacock |
| Week 12 | New England Patriots at Los Angeles Chargers | Sunday, Nov. 29 | 8:20 p.m. | NBC, Peacock |
| Week 13 | Houston Texans at Pittsburgh Steelers | Sunday, Dec. 6 | 8:20 p.m. | NBC, Peacock |
| Week 14 | Buffalo Bills at Green Bay Packers | Sunday, Dec. 13 | 8:20 p.m. | NBC, Peacock |
| Week 15 | Detroit Lions at Minnesota Vikings | Sunday, Dec. 20 | 8:20 p.m. | NBC, Peacock |
| Week 16 | Jacksonville Jaguars at Dallas Cowboys | Sunday, Dec. 27 | 8:20 p.m. | NBC, Peacock |
| Week 17 | TBD | Saturday, Jan. 2 | 4:30 p.m. | NBC, Peacock |
| Week 17 | TBD | Saturday, Jan. 2 | 8:00 p.m. | Peacock exclusive* |
| Week 17 | Philadelphia Eagles at San Francisco 49ers | Sunday, Jan. 3 | 8:20 p.m. | NBC, Peacock |
| Week 18 | TBD | Sunday, Jan. 10 | 8:20 p.m. | NBC, Peacock |
| Wild Card Round | TBD | TBD | TBD | NBC, Peacock |
| Wild Card Round | TBD | Sunday, Jan. 17 | TBD | NBC, Peacock |
| Divisional Round | TBD | Jan. 23–24 | TBD | NBC, Peacock |
Data effective as of post date. Schedule subject to change. Peacock Premium or Premium Plus subscription required to stream live NFL games.
*The Peacock-exclusive Week 17 game will also air on NBC stations in the participating teams’ local markets.
Other NFL content on Peacock
Aside from live NFL games, a subscription to Peacock Premium offers plenty of other content for the avid pro football fan.
First of all, Peacock returns with “Sunday Night Football Final” after every SNF game, and offers “expanded postgame coverage” in 2026, per NBC. Jac Collinsworth, Tony Dungy, and Rodney Harrison host the show.
You’ll also get to watch recordings of video podcasts and radio shows like “PFT Live,” “The Dan Patrick Show,” “Chris Simms Unbuttoned,” and more. Some of those shows stream live, too.
Peacock features original TV shows. Those titles include “Field Generals: History of the Black Quarterback,” “Joe Montana: Cool Under Pressure,” and “Earnin’ It: The NFL’s Forward Progress.”
The platform also offers team-specific news clips, a variety of fantasy football content, and video series like “A Football Life” and “NFL Explained.”
As a reminder, content on Peacock comes and goes. The offerings mentioned in this guide are current as of this writing.
How to watch the NFL on Peacock FAQ
Does Peacock show NFL games?
Yes, Peacock simulcasts all NFL games that air on NBC, including three playoff games. This season, Peacock will also stream an exclusive NFL matchup in Week 17.
Can you watch Sunday Night Football on Peacock?
Yes, all Sunday Night Football games that air on NBC are also available to stream live on Peacock.
When is Peacock's exclusive NFL game this season?
Peacock will stream an exclusive NFL game during Week 17 of the 2026 season. The matchup will occur in primetime on Saturday, January 2, 2027. The teams are yet to be determined.
Can you watch NFL games for free on Peacock?
Technically, no. But certain Xfinity customers receive Peacock Premium for free. Eligible situations include: Diamond or Platinum members, customers with Gigabit or Gigabit Plus internet speeds, and subscribers to Sports & News TV, World Soccer Ticket, NOW TV, or NOW TV Latino.
Why you should trust us
Our CableTV.com Senior Writer, Eric Chiu, analyzed this season’s NFL on Peacock schedule to evaluate the streaming service’s pro football coverage. He compared Peacock’s pricing, game availability, and exclusive features to other NFL viewing options. Then, using his existing TV research, he explored discount opportunities and alternative ways to watch Peacock NFL games.
Check out our How We Rank page for more details on our methodology.
