After four years of securing the top spot in the NFC South, fans had to watch the Tampa Bay Buccaneers finish second in the division. They still made the playoffs despite key injuries, but lost in the Wild Card round.
The Buccaneers are trying to get back atop the division behind quarterback Baker Mayfield and the return of several players from injury. If the team can stay healthy, this could be a huge season for Tampa Bay.
This guide aims to help fans watch the Buccaneers on TV all season long. Keep reading to find out more.
What channel shows Tampa Bay Buccaneers games?
The NFL’s most-used broadcast partners, CBS and FOX, will lead the way in televising Buccaneers games this season. Tampa Bay will also play on ESPN, NBC, and Amazon Prime Video.
Out-of-market Bucs fans can watch most games using NFL Sunday Ticket.
2026 Tampa Bay Buccaneers TV schedule
The Buccaneers will play at least three games on primetime this season. Some games to look out for in 2026 are Week 4 against the Green Bay Packers, Week 6 against the Pittsburgh Steelers, and Week 11 against the Detroit Lions.
Check out the full Buccaneers TV schedule below.
NFL - Tampa Bay Buccaneers Schedule
| Week | Opponent | Date | Time (ET) | Channels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Preseason | Friday, Aug. 14 | 7:00 p.m. | ||
Preseason | Saturday, Aug. 22 | 7:30 p.m. | ||
Preseason | Friday, Aug. 28 | 7:30 p.m. | TBD | |
Week 1 | Sunday, Sept. 13 | 1:00 p.m. | ||
Week 2 | Sunday, Sept. 20 | 1:00 p.m. | ||
Week 3 | Sunday, Sept. 27 | 4:05 p.m. | ||
Week 4 | Sunday, Oct. 4 | 1:00 p.m. | ||
Week 5 | Thursday, Oct. 8 | 8:15 p.m. | ||
Week 6 | Sunday, Oct. 18 | 1:00 p.m. | ||
Week 7 | Sunday, Oct. 25 | 1:00 p.m. | ||
Week 8 | Sunday, Nov. 1 | 1:00 p.m. | ||
Week 9 | Sunday, Nov. 8 | 8:20 p.m. | ||
Week 10 | Bye Week | — | — | — |
Week 11 | Sunday, Nov. 22 | 1:00 p.m. | ||
Week 12 | Monday, Nov. 30 | 8:15 p.m. | ||
Week 13 | Sunday, Dec. 6 | 1:00 p.m. | ||
Week 14 | Sunday, Dec. 13 | 1:00 p.m. | ||
Week 15 | Sunday, Dec. 20 | 1:00 p.m. | ||
Week 16 | TBD | TBD | TBD | |
Week 17 | TBD | TBD | TBD | |
Week 18 | TBD | TBD | TBD |
Best TV plans for watching the Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Below we’ve mapped out what TV plans we think you’ll need to watch the Buccaneers all season long, and why we like them.
Best Overall
YouTube TV ($82.99/mo.) carries every local and national channel you’ll need to watch Buccaneers games this season. On top of that, the live TV streaming service is very user-friendly, features unlimited DVR storage, and offers a wide library of other entertainment content.
Exclusive Games
The Buccaneers have at least one game streaming on Prime Video ($8.99–$17.98/mo.) this season. The service is also home to the NFL’s showcase of Thursday Night Football.
Out-of-Market Coverage
Fans living outside of the broadcast area of the Buccaneers can watch most games live or on demand with NFL Sunday Ticket. The service is exclusively available through YouTube TV.
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 11 popular TV options for Bucs fans.
| Provider | Price | CBS | ESPN | FOX | NBC | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cox | $20.00–$184.00/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
View Plans for Cox Read Cox review |
| DIRECTV | $84.99–$171.98/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
View Plans for DIRECTV STREAM Read DIRECTV review |
| DISH | $89.99–$119.99/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
View Plans for DISH Read DISH review |
| Fubo | $14.99–$103.99/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
View Plans for FuboTV Read Fubo review |
| Hulu + Live TV | $88.99–$99.99/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
View Plans for Hulu Read Hulu + Live TV review |
| Optimum | $15.00–$140.00/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
View Plans for Optimum Read Optimum review |
| Sling TV | $19.99–$60.99/mo. | — | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
View Plans for Sling TV Read Sling TV review |
| Spectrum | $40.00–$145.00/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Check Availability Read Spectrum review |
| Verizon Fios | $105.00–$149.00/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
View Plans for Verizon Read Verizon Fios review |
| Xfinity | $65.00–$135.00/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
View Plans for Xfinity Read Xfinity review |
| YouTube TV | $82.99/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
View Plans for YouTube TV Read YouTube TV review |
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How to watch the Tampa Bay Buccaneers FAQ
When is the Buccaneers' bye week?
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers will get a rest from playing during Week 10 of the 2026 NFL season.
Where can I watch Buccaneers preseason games?
All three Buccaneers preseason games will air locally on WFLA.
How can I listen to Buccaneers games on the radio?
The flagship radio station for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers is 98ROCK (WXTB 97.9 FM). There are affiliate stations across Florida where fans can listen on the radio as well.
Why you should trust us
Our CableTV.com freelance writer, David Vick, created this watch guide by visiting the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ official website and schedule. He then cross-referenced TV broadcasters and other sources to gather any missing information. As for the TV plans included, he relied on CableTV.com’s current expert recommendations. Through a detail-oriented approach and repeated fact-checking of the details included, he confidently created this watch guide for you.
Check out our How We Rank page to learn more about our methods.
