After a close loss in the playoffs a season ago, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers have plenty of motivation for the 2025 NFL season. It won’t be easy, but they are the current betting favorites to win their division. Doing so would put them in the playoffs for an impressive sixth straight year.
I’m most excited to watch their offense, which ranked third in yards per game last year. Baker Mayfield—one of my favorite players—brings the confidence that every quarterback needs to be successful. And star receiver Mike Evans is on the verge of breaking the NFL’s record for consecutive 1,000-yard seasons.
Let’s go over how to watch the Buccaneers on TV this year!
What channels have Tampa Bay Buccaneers games?
Are you an international fan? NFL Game Pass International might be available in your country. If so, you can watch the Buccaneers and every other NFL team this season live on DAZN.
2025 Tampa Bay Buccaneers TV schedule
All it took was one look at Tampa Bay’s schedule to get me fired up for the season ahead. They’ll take on multiple 2025 Super Bowl contenders, including the Eagles, Lions, and Bills. The Bucs will also play the Atlanta Falcons twice, a division opponent they lost to in both games last season.
With so many big games and four primetime matchups, the Buccaneers will have plenty of opportunities to prove they belong among the NFL’s elite. Check out the full TV schedule below.
| Week | Opponent | Day | Time (ET) | Channels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Preseason | Tennessee Titans | Saturday, Aug. 9 | 7:30 p.m. | WFLA 8 (NBC) |
| Preseason | At Pittsburgh Steelers | Saturday, Aug. 16 | 7:00 p.m. | WFLA 8 (NBC) |
| Preseason | Buffalo Bills | Saturday, Aug. 23 | 7:30 p.m. | WFLA 8 (NBC) |
| Week 1 | At Atlanta Falcons | Sunday, Sept. 7 | 1:00 p.m. | FOX |
| Week 2 | At Houston Texans | Monday, Sept. 15 | 7:00 p.m. | ABC,ESPN |
| Week 3 | New York Jets | Sunday, Sept. 21 | 1:00 p.m. | FOX |
| Week 4 | Philadelphia Eagles | Sunday, Sept. 28 | 1:00 p.m. | FOX |
| Week 5 | At Seattle Seahawks | Sunday, Oct. 5 | 4:05 p.m. | CBS, Paramount+ |
| Week 6 | San Francisco 49ers | Sunday, Oct. 12 | 1:00 p.m. | CBS, Paramount+ |
| Week 7 | At Detroit Lions | Monday, Oct. 20 | 7:00 p.m. | ABC,ESPN |
| Week 8 | At New Orleans Saints | Sunday, Oct. 26 | 4:05 p.m. | FOX |
| Week 9 | Bye Week | — | — | — |
| Week 10 | New England Patriots | Sunday, Nov. 9 | 1:00 p.m. | CBS, Paramount+ |
| Week 11 | At Buffalo Bills | Sunday, Nov. 16 | 1:00 p.m. | CBS, Paramount+ |
| Week 12 | At Los Angeles Rams | Sunday, Nov. 23 | 8:20 p.m. | NBC, Peacock, |
| Week 13 | Arizona Cardinals | Sunday, Nov. 30 | 1:00 p.m. | FOX |
| Week 14 | New Orleans Saints | Sunday, Dec. 7 | 1:00 p.m. | CBS, Paramount+ |
| Week 15 | Atlanta Falcons | Thursday, Dec. 11 | 8:15 p.m. | Amazon Prime Video |
| Week 16 | At Carolina Panthers | Sunday, Dec. 21 | 1:00 p.m. | FOX |
| Week 17 | At Miami Dolphins | Sunday, Dec. 28 | 1:00 p.m. | FOX |
| Week 18 | Carolina Panthers | TBD | TBD | TBD |
Data effective as of post date.
Best TV plans for watching the Tampa Bay Buccaneers
It feels like there are a million TV providers to choose from. Luckily, most have the channels you need to enjoy the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Here are 13 popular TV options for Bucs fans.
| Provider | Type | Price | ABC | CBS | ESPN | FOX | NBC | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cox | Cable | $71.00–$162.00/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
View Plans for Cox Read Cox review |
| DIRECTV | Satellite | $89.99–$169.99/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
View Plans for DIRECTV Read DIRECTV review |
| Stream with DIRECTV | Streaming | $89.99–$169.99/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
View Plans for DIRECTV STREAM Read Stream with DIRECTV review |
| DISH | Satellite | $96.99–$126.99/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
View Plans for DISH Read DISH review |
| Fubo | Streaming | $14.99–$94.99/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
View Plans for FuboTV Read Fubo review |
| Hulu + Live TV | Streaming | $88.99–$99.99/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
View Plans for Hulu Read Hulu + Live TV review |
| Optimum | Cable | $15.00–$140.00/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
View Plans for Optimum Read Optimum review |
| Philo | Streaming | $28.00/mo. | — | — | — | — | — |
View Plans for Philo Read Philo review |
| Sling TV | Streaming | $19.99–$60.99/mo. | ✔* | — | ✔ | ✔* | ✔* |
View Plans for Sling TV Read Sling TV review |
| Spectrum | Cable | $40.00–$110.00/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Check Availability Read Spectrum review |
| Verizon Fios | Cable | $95.00–$139.00/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
View Plans for Verizon Read Verizon Fios review |
| Xfinity | Cable | $35.00–$90.00/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
View Plans for Xfinity Read Xfinity review |
| YouTube TV | Streaming | $82.99/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
View Plans for YouTube TV Read YouTube TV review |
Data effective as of post date.
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How to watch the Buccaneers free
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If you’re a local fan who wants to watch the Tampa Bay Buccaneers without paying for a TV provider, then you’ll need an over-the-air (OTA) antenna. With various antenna types and price points included, our Best OTA Antennas guide is the perfect resource to find the best option for your needs.
You can also visit our Streaming Free Trials guide to see if any TV services offer free streaming access. DIRECTV, Fubo, and YouTube TV often provide short trial periods for watching NFL games without paying.
How to watch the Tampa Bay Buccaneers FAQ
Can I watch the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on the ESPN app?
Yes, you can watch the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on the ESPN app as long as you have access to a TV provider login. The Buccaneers have two doubleheaders on the networks of ABC and ESPN this season, and both will stream on the ESPN app.
How many primetime games do the Buccaneers have in 2025?
The Bucs play four times in primetime this season. These games will take place in Week 2 (at Houston Texans), Week 7 (at Detroit Lions), Week 12 (at Los Angeles Rams), and Week 15 (vs. Atlanta Falcons).
How can I watch the Tampa Bay Buccaneers as an out-of-market fan?
Aside from primetime games, out-of-market fans will need NFL Sunday Ticket to watch the Buccaneers.
Will there be any changes made to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers schedule?
There could be. The NFL’s flexible scheduling system allows game times and dates to be changed between Weeks 5 and 17 this season.
Why are Paramount+ and Peacock listed as viewing options?
When the Buccaneers play on CBS, local fans can stream the games on Paramount+. Similarly, their Week 12 Sunday Night Football matchup against the Rams will be available on Peacock.
Why you should trust us
To create this watch guide, I began by visiting the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ official website and schedule. I then cross-referenced TV broadcasters and other sources to gather any missing information. As for the TV plans included, I relied on CableTV.com’s current expert recommendations. Through a detail-oriented approach and repeated fact-checking of the details included, I confidently created this watch guide for you.
Check out our How We Rank page to learn more about our methods.
Disclaimer
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