How To Watch the San Francisco 49ers Playoffs Live Anywhere Without Cable 2026

Check out the best streaming services to watch the San Francisco 49ers playoffs live this season.

Last updated Jan 13, 2026

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With a 6-11 record, the San Francisco 49ers ended last year's performance on a low note, thanks to injuries and turnover throughout the 2024-25 NFL season. But with Nick Bosa, Fred Warner, and George Kittle in their lineup, the 49ers are positioned for a better 2025-26 season.

After clinching the AFC No. 6 seed, the 49ers kicked off Wild Card weekend with a matchup against the reigning Super Bowl Champions, beating the Eagles 23-19. Now, the 49ers are primed for a rematch against the Seahawks in the next divisional game.

We'll show you how to stream every 49ers playoff game live, whether you’re at home or out-of-network.

In this article

How to watch 49ers vs. Seahawks
How to watch Super Bowl
49ers season results
FAQs
Bottom line

How to watch San Francisco 49ers vs. Seattle Seahawks

The Divisional Round matchup between the 49ers and the Seahawks will be broadcast nationally by FOX on January 17th at 8 p.m. Eastern. The game will kick off at Lumen Field in Seattle. The last time the 49ers faced the Seahawks was in Week 18, when the 49ers lost 3-13.

If you're looking to stream the game without cable, you can grab a subscription or free trial to Sling TV, YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, Fubo, or DIRECTV.

Here's a look at the NFL Divisional Round schedule:

Matchup	Day (All times Eastern)	Channel
Bills vs. Broncos	Jan 17 @ 4:30 p.m. (Empower Field at Mile High)	CBS
49ers vs. Seahawks	Jan 17 @ 8 p.m. (Lumen Field)	FOX
Texans vs. Patriots	Jan 18 @ 3 p.m. (Gillette Stadium)	ESPN / ABC
Rams vs. Bears	Jan 18 @ 6:30 p.m. (Soldier Field)	NBC / Peacock

How to stream the NFL playoffs

	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

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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)

San Francisco 49ers season results

The San Francisco 49ers finished the season with a 12-5 record, clinching the AFC No. 6 seed.

Game (All times Pacific)	Opponent	Results
Preseason Week 1, Game 1: Aug. 9 at 5:30 p.m. PT	@ Denver Broncos	L 9-30
Preseason Week 2, Game 2: Aug. 16 at 1:00 p.m. PT	@ Las Vegas Raiders	W 22-19
Preseason Week 3, Game 3: Aug. 23 at 5:30 p.m. PT	Los Angeles Chargers	W 30-23
Week 1, Game 1: Sep. 7 at 1:05 p.m. PT	@ Seattle Seahawks	W 17-13
Week 2, Game 2: Sep. 14 at 10:00 a.m. PT	@ New Orleans Saints	W 26-21
Week 3, Game 3: Sep. 21 at 1:25 p.m. PT	Arizona Cardinals	W 16-15
Week 4, Game 4: Sep. 28 at 1:05 p.m. PT	Jacksonville Jaguars	L 21-26
Week 5, Game 5: Oct. 2 at 5:15 p.m. PT	@ Los Angeles Rams	W 26-23
Week 6, Game 6: Oct. 12 at 10:00 a.m. PT	@ Tampa Bay Buccaneers	L 19-30
Week 7, Game 7: Oct. 19 at 5:20 p.m. PT	Atlanta Falcons	W 20-10
Week 8, Game 8: Oct. 26 at 10:00 a.m. PT	@ Houston Texans	L 15-26
Week 9, Game 9: Nov. 2 at 10:00 a.m. PT	@ New York Giants	W 34-24
Week 10, Game 10: Nov. 9 at 1:25 p.m. PT	Los Angeles Rams	L 26-42
Week 11, Game 11: Nov. 16 at 1:05 p.m. PT	@ Arizona Cardinals	W 41-22
Week 12, Game 12: Nov. 24 at 5:15 p.m. PT	Carolina Panthers	W 20-9
Week 13, Game 13: Nov. 30 at 10:00 a.m. PT	@ Cleveland Browns	W 26-8
Week 14: BYE WEEK	—	—
Week 15, Game 14: Dec. 14 at 1:25 p.m. PT	Tennessee Titans	W 37-24
Week 16, Game 15: Dec. 22 at 5:15 p.m. PT	@ Indianapolis Colts	W 48-27
Week 17, Game 16: Dec. 28 at 5:20 p.m. PT	Chicago Bears	W 42-38
Week 18, Game 17: Jan. 3	Seattle Seahawks	L 3-13
Wild Card Weekend: Jan. 11	Philadelphia Eagles	W 23-19

FAQs

How can I watch San Francisco 49ers games internationally?

If you're outside the U.S. and want to keep up with the 49ers, you can access their games through an international sports streaming service like DAZN with its Game Pass International, which broadcasts NFL games.

Additionally, certain U.S.-based streaming platforms may be available in your country, or you can use a VPN to access regional NFL broadcast channels.

How can I watch the San Francisco 49ers without Sunday Ticket?

Most 49ers games are broadcast on major networks, including CBS, FOX, NBC, and ESPN, making it easy to catch the action. You can also try using a VPN to stream NFL games for free on select sites.

How can I watch the San Francisco 49ers without cable?

Don’t worry! You can watch live games without needing traditional cable by subscribing to streaming platforms like YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, or Sling TV, which provide access to the channels that broadcast these games.

Bottom line

Watch the 49ers playoff game live with platforms like Sling TV, YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, and Fubo. These streaming services provide access to channels that broadcast NFL playoff games, including CBS, FOX, NBC, and ESPN.

Make sure your streaming subscription includes NBC if you want to catch Super Bowl LX.

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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