How To Watch the Los Angeles Chargers Playoffs Live Anywhere Without Cable 2025

The Los Angeles Chargers clinched No. 5 seed and will play against the Houston Texans in Wild Card Weekend. Here's where to stream the NFL playoff games.
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The Los Angeles Chargers won the last game of the regular season, clinching No. 5 seed over the Las Vegas Raiders. Now, the Chargers are primed to play against the Houston Texans for Wild Card 1.

Whether you're catching the action at home or on the go, we’ll cover how you can stream the Chargers vs. Texans and watch the NFL playoff games.

In this article
How to watch Chargers vs. Texans
How to watch the Super Bowl
Chargers regular season results
FAQs
Bottom line

How to watch Los Angeles Chargers vs. Houston Texans

The Chargers vs. Texans game will be broadcasted by CBS on January 11 at 4:30 p.m. Eastern (that's 3:30 p.m. Central and 1:30 p.m. Pacific). The last time the Chargers played the Texans back in October 2022, the Chargers won 34-24.

The best way to stream CBS includes YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, Fubo, DIRECTV Streaming, and Paramount+.

Matchup Day (All times Eastern) Channel
Chargers vs. Texans Jan 11 @ 4:30 p.m. CBS
Steelers vs. Ravens Jan 11 @ 8 p.m. Prime Video
Broncos vs. Bills Jan 12 @ 1 p.m. CBS
Packers vs. Eagles Jan 12 @ 4:30 p.m. FOX
Commanders vs. Buccaneers Jan 12 @ 8 p.m. NBC
Vikings vs. Rams Jan 13 @ 8 p.m. ESPN / ABC

How to stream the Wild Card Weekend


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Sling TV NBC, FOX, ABC, ESPN Starts at $45.99/mo
YouTube TV NBC, CBS, FOX, ABC, ESPN $59.99/mo (first three months)
Hulu + Live TV NBC, CBS, FOX, ABC, ESPN Starts at $82.99/mo
Fubo NBC, CBS, FOX, ABC, ESPN Starts at $79.99/mo
DIRECTV Streaming NBC, CBS, FOX, ABC, ESPN Starts at $109.99/mo (need Ultimate plan)
ESPN+ ABC, ESPN Starts at $11.99/mo
Paramount+ CBS $7.99/mo
Peacock NBC Starts at $7.99/mo
Amazon Prime Amazon Prime $8.99/mo

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How to watch Super Bowl 2025

Super Bowl LIX is set for Sunday, February 9, 2025, kicking off at 6:30 p.m. Eastern, which is 5:30 Central and 3:30 Pacific. Here's a look at the estimated schedule:

  • 1-6:30 p.m. Eastern: Pregame analysis, interview, and features
  • 6:30 p.m. Eastern: Kickoff
  • 8 p.m. Eastern (approx.): Halftime Show with Kendrick Lamar
  • Immediately after game: Postgame coverage, trophy presentation, highlights, interviews

The game will be played at the New Orleans' Caesars Superdome and streamed by FOX. The best way to watch the Super Bowl online is to catch it on the Sling TV, Fubo, the Fox Sports app, YouTube TV, or Hulu + Live TV.


Price
Sling TV Starts at $50.99/mo (need Blue)
NFL+ Starts at $6.99 (can stream on phone or tablet only)
YouTube TV $59.99/mo (first three months)
Hulu + Live TV Starts at $82.99/mo
Fubo Starts at $79.99/mo
DIRECTV Streaming Starts at $109.99/mo (need Ultimate plan)

Chargers regular season results

The Chargers closed out the regular season with 11 wins and 6 losses, clinching No. 5 seed over the Raiders.

Game (All times Eastern) Opponent Results
Game 1: Sep 8 at 4:05 p.m. Las Vegas Raiders W 22-10
Game 2: Sep 15 at 1 p.m. @Carolina Panthers W 26-3
Game 3: Sep 22 at 1 p.m. @Pittsburgh Steelers L 10-20
Game 4: Sep 29 at 4:25 p.m. Kansas City Chiefs L 10-17
Game 5: Oct 13 at 4:05 p.m. @Denver Broncos W 23-16
Game 6: Oct 21 at 9 p.m. @Arizona Cardinals L 15-17
Game 7: Oct 27 at 4:05 p.m. New Orleans Saints W 26-8
Game 8: Nov 3 at 1 p.m. @Cleveland Browns W 27-10
Game 9: Nov 10 at 4:05 p.m. Tennessee Titans W 27-17
Game 10: Nov 17 at 4:25 p.m. Cincinnati Bengals W 34-27
Game 11: Nov 25 at 8:15 p.m. Baltimore Ravens L 23-30
Game 12: Dec 1 at 1 p.m. @Atlanta Falcons W 17-13
Game 13: Dec 8 at 8:20 p.m. @Kansas City Chiefs L 17-19
Game 14: Dec 15 at 4:25 p.m. Tampa Bay Buccaneers L 17-40
Game 15: Dec 22 at 4:05 p.m. Denver Broncos W 34-27
Game 16: Dec 28 @New England Patriots W 40-7
Game 17: Jan 5 at 4:25 p.m. @Las Vegas Raiders W 34-20

FAQs


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How can I watch Los Angeles Chargers games internationally?

For international Chargers fans, streaming services offer broad coverage of NFL games, but you may need a VPN to access these services from outside the U.S. A VPN allows you to stream games as if you were watching from the States.

Fans can also catch the games abroad (excluding China) on DAZN with the NFL Game Pass International.


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How can I watch the Los Angeles Chargers without Sunday Ticket?

The NFL Sunday Ticket doesn't air postseason games, but you can still catch the Chargers playoffs on CBS. You can access this national broadcast channel through streaming services like YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, Fubo, DIRECTV Streaming, and Paramount+.


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How can I watch the Los Angeles Chargers without cable?

Cutting the cord doesn't mean missing out on Chargers games. Streaming services such as YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, Fubo, and Sling TV provide access to the major networks that broadcast most NFL playoff games (CBS, NBC, FOX, and ESPN), so you can stream the Chargers live without a traditional cable subscription. 

Bottom line

To watch the Chargers vs. Texans on January 11, subscribe to a streaming platform that includes CBS. 

Platforms like Sling TV, YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, and Fubo offer access to major networks such as CBS, FOX, NBC, and ESPN, which cover most NFL playoff games. Remember, the Super Bowl exclusively airs on FOX, so make sure your preferred streaming service offers both national broadcast channels. 

Learn how to watch all NFL teams in the playoffs

Use our directory below to catch all NFL playoff games across the country this season.

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