How To Watch the New England Patriots Playoffs Live Anywhere Without Cable 2026

Check out the best ways to stream the New England Patriots playoffs live.

Last updated Jan 7, 2026

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Following a trend, the New England Patriots also fired head coach Jerod Mayo after the 2024-25 season. The Patriots finished last in the AFC East, with a 4-13 record. Now, the Patriots are ready for the 2025-26 season with new head coach and former New England all-star Mike Vrabel. During his NFL career, Vrabel helped the Patriots win three Super Bowls over a four-year period (2001, 2003, and 2004).

The Patriots clinched the AFC No. 2 seed after winning 38-10 against the Dolphins on January 4, 2026.

In this guide, we’ll explore how you can stream all of the Patriots’ playoff games live, starting with the Wild Card matchup against the Chargers. We'll also cover options for fans who aren't in the New England area, so you don't miss a moment of the action.

In this article

How to watch Patriots vs. Chargers
How to watch the Super Bowl
Patriots regular season results
FAQs
Bottom line

How to watch New England Patriots vs. Los Angeles Chargers

The Patriots vs. Chargers game will be broadcast by NBC and Peacock on January 11 at 8 p.m. Eastern (that's 7 p.m. Central and 5 p.m. Pacific). The last time the Patriots played the Chargers, back in December 2024, the Chargers won 40-7.

The best way to stream NBC includes Peacock, YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, Fubo, and Sling TV.

Matchup	Day (All times Eastern)	Channel
Rams vs. Panthers	Jan 10 @ 4:30 p.m.	FOX
Packers vs. Bears	Jan 10 @ 8 p.m.	Prime Video
Bills vs. Jaguars	Jan 11 @ 1 p.m.	CBS / Paramount+
49ers vs. Eagles	Jan 11 @ 4:30 p.m.	FOX
Chargers vs. Patriots	Jan 11 @ 8 p.m.	NBC / Peacock
Texans vs. Steelers	Jan 12 @ 8 p.m.	ESPN / ABC

How to stream the Wild Card Weekend

	Related channels	Price
Sling TV	NBC, FOX, ABC, ESPN	Starts at $45.99/mo
YouTube TV	NBC, CBS, FOX, ABC, ESPN	$72.99/mo for first three months, $82.99/mo after
Hulu + Live TV	NBC, CBS, FOX, ABC, ESPN	Starts at $89.99/mo
Fubo	NBC, CBS, FOX, ABC, ESPN	Starts at $48.99/mo for first month, $73.99/mo after
DIRECTV Streaming	NBC, CBS, FOX, ABC, ESPN	Starts at $89.99/mo for first month, $124.99/mo after (need Ultimate plan)
ESPN+	ABC, ESPN	Starts at $12.99/mo
Paramount+	CBS	$7.99/mo
Peacock	NBC	Starts at $10.99/mo
Amazon Prime	Amazon Prime	$8.99/mo

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How to watch Super Bowl 2026

Super Bowl LX is set for Sunday, February 8, 2026, kicking off at 6:30 p.m. Eastern, 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 Bad Bunny
Immediately after game: Postgame coverage, trophy presentation, highlights, interviews

The game will be played at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California, and streamed by NBC. The best way to watch the Super Bowl online is to catch it on Sling TV, Fubo, YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, DirecTV Stream, or Peacock.

	Price
Sling TV	Starts at $45.99/mo (need Blue)
NFL+	Starts at $6.99 (can stream on phone or tablet only)
YouTube TV	$72.99/mo for first three months, $82.99/mo after
Hulu + Live TV	Starts at $89.99/mo
Fubo	Starts at $48.99/mo for first month, $73.99/mo after
DIRECTV Streaming	Starts at $89.99/mo for first month, $124.99/mo after (need Ultimate plan)
Peacock	Starts at $10.99/mo (need Premium or Premium Plus plans)

Patriots regular season results

The Patriots closed out the regular season with 14 wins and 3 losses, clinching the AFC No. 2 seed behind the Denver Broncos.

Game (All times Eastern)	Opponent	Results
Preseason Week 1, Game 1: Aug. 8 at 7:30 p.m. ET	Washington Commanders	W 48-18
Preseason Week 2, Game 2: Aug. 16 at 1:00 p.m. ET	@ Minnesota Vikings	W 20-12
Preseason Week 3, Game 3: Aug. 21 at 8:00 p.m. ET	@ New York Giants	L 10-42
Week 1, Game 1: Sep. 7 at 1:00 p.m. ET	Las Vegas Raiders	L 13-20
Week 2, Game 2: Sep. 14 at 1:00 p.m. ET	@ Miami Dolphins	W 33-27
Week 3, Game 3: Sep. 21 at 1:00 p.m. ET	Pittsburgh Steelers	L 14-21
Week 4, Game 4: Sep. 28 at 1:00 p.m. ET	Carolina Panthers	W 42-13
Week 5, Game 5: Oct. 5 at 8:20 p.m. ET	@ Buffalo Bills	W 23-20
Week 6, Game 6: Oct. 12 at 4:25 p.m. ET	@ New Orleans Saints	W 25-19
Week 7, Game 7: Oct. 19 at 1:00 p.m. ET	@ Tennessee Titans	W 31-13
Week 8, Game 8: Oct. 26 at 1:00 p.m. ET	Cleveland Browns	W 32-13
Week 9, Game 9: Nov. 2 at 1:00 p.m. ET	Atlanta Falcons	W 24-23
Week 10, Game 10: Nov. 9 at 1:00 p.m. ET	@ Tampa Bay Buccaneers	W 28-23
Week 11, Game 11: Nov. 13 at 8:15 p.m. ET	New York Jets	W 27-14
Week 12, Game 12: Nov. 23 at 1:00 p.m. ET	@ Cincinnati Bengals	W 26-20
Week 13, Game 13: Dec. 1 at 8:15 p.m. ET	New York Giants	W 33-15
Week 14: BYE WEEK	—	—
Week 15, Game 14: Dec. 14 at 1:00 p.m. ET	Buffalo Bills	L 31-35
Week 16, Game 15: Dec. 21 at 1:00 p.m. ET	@ Baltimore Ravens	W 28-24
Week 17, Game 16: Dec. 28 at 1:00 p.m. ET	@ New York Jets	W 42-10
Week 18, Game 17: Jan. 4	Miami Dolphins	W 38-10

FAQs

How can I watch New England Patriots games internationally?

If you’re cheering for the Patriots from outside the United States, international streaming services like DAZN are your best bet. This service features Game Pass International, which offers live streaming of all NFL games, along with the added benefit of on-demand replays and highlights. You can also try using a VPN service to bypass regional content restrictions and access locally aired games.

How can I watch the New England Patriots without Sunday Ticket?

Even without NFL Sunday Ticket, you can still catch most of the Patriots’ games through major networks like CBS, FOX, NBC, and ESPN, where the majority of Patriots games are broadcast. You can also use a VPN to access NFL games on select free sites.

How can I watch the New England Patriots without cable?

To watch the Patriots without a traditional cable subscription, consider subscribing to streaming services such as Sling TV, Hulu + Live TV, or YouTube TV. These platforms provide access to all the key networks that air Patriots games, ensuring you don’t miss a snap.

Bottom line

YouTubeTV, with the option to add NFL Sunday Ticket, is a great all-in-one solution for watching both local and out-of-market games. Additionally, keep an eye on exclusive broadcasts on Peacock, Prime Video, and Netflix for those can't-miss matchups.

No matter where you are, these services will help you stay connected to every play, touchdown, and game-defining moment of the Patriots' season.

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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