How to watch or stream Week 2 of the NFL’s 2022 football season live, online, and free without cable
The NFL certainly knows how to start a season with a bang.
Last week, Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott was sidelined with a thumb injury that will require surgery. And after giving up a tremendous number of draft picks and players to add Russell Wilson to its roster, the Denver Broncos opted to sideline him and go for a 64-yard field goal. (They lost.)
And earlier this week, the Los Angeles Chargers and Kansas City Chiefs put on a nail biter of a game to kick off Amazon’s Thursday Night coverage. So what does the rest of this week have in store? Well, great matchups, for one. The Dolphins and Ravens will face off as the AFC lead is up for grabs. And the Bears and Packers will battle for the NFC North.
Here’s a look at who’s playing whom and how to catch the game.
Which NFL teams are playing this week? And what channels are airing the games?
It’s an unusual week, in that there are two Monday night games instead of one. Here’s who’s playing where and when. (The home team is listed second.)
Sunday, Sept. 18
New England Patriots vs Pittsburgh Steelers, 1:00 p.m. ET on CBS
Charlotte Panthers vs. New York Giants, 1:00 p.m. ET on Fox
New York Jets vs. Cleveland Browns, 1:00 p.m. ET on CBS
Baltimore Colts vs. Jacksonville Jaguars, 1:00 p.m. ET on CBS
Miami Dolphins vs. Baltimore Ravens, 1:00 p.m. ET on CBS
Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs. New Orleans Saints, 1:00 p.m. ET on Fox
Washington Commanders vs. Detroit Lions, 1:00 p.m. ET on Fox
Seattle Seahawks vs. San Francisco 49ers, 4:05 p.m. ET on Fox
Atlanta Falcons vs. Los Angeles Rams, 4:05 p.m. ET on Fox
Arizona Cardinals vs. Las Vegas Raiders, 4:25 p.m. ET on CBS
Houston Texans vs. Denver Broncos, 4:25 p.m. ET on CBS
Cincinnati Bengals vs. Dallas Cowboys, 4:25 p.m. ET on CBS
Chicago Bears vs. Green Bay Packers, 8:20 p.m. ET on NBC
Monday, Sept. 19
Tennessee Titans vs. Buffalo Bills, 7:15 p.m. ET on NFL Network
Minnesota Vikings vs. Philadelphia Eagles, 8:30 p.m. ET on ABC
How can I watch NFL games for free—even if I am out of market?
The best way to watch any sort of network programming for free on a big screen is with a good HD antenna. And watching NFL games is fairly simple, since many air on broadcast networks, meaning you’ll be able to watch even if you don’t have a cable subscription. To ensure you're getting the most reliable signal, be sure to test the antenna in multiple locations in your home.
Can I stream NFL games live online if I don't have a cable subscription?
Yes. You’ve got a variety of choices.
Peacock
NBC’s streaming service will give you access to several games, including all Sunday night matchups. You can get a seven-day free trial, followed by a $5 or $10 monthly charge. (The free version of Peacock does not include live sports.)