The Chicago Bears are set to take on the Buffalo Bills today in an NFL preseason match. Bears head coach Matt Eberflus has not yet confirmed whether Caleb Williams, the first overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, will start against the Bills.
Here’s how you can watch the Chicago Bears vs. Buffalo Bills game, even without cable.
The game will be held on Saturday, August 10, 2024, at 1 p.m. ET (10 a.m. PT). It will be broadcast on NFL Network and available for streaming on Sling TV and other platforms.
For those without a cable subscription that includes NFL Network, Sling TV is an economical option to watch the game and other major sporting events this fall. To access NFL Network on Sling TV, you will need to subscribe to either the Orange or Blue tier. For broader NFL coverage, consider the Orange + Blue tier.
The Orange + Blue plan typically costs $60 per month, but new users can take advantage of a promotion offering the first month at just $30. An alternative is the Blue plan, which features channels like NBC, USA, and E!, starting at $45 per month, with the first month costing $22.50.
Additionally, Sling TV offers a Season Pass for four months of the Orange + Blue tier along with the Sports Extra plan for $219, down from $300. Sports Extra includes channels like Golf Channel and Big Ten Network. Sling TV does not carry CBS, so subscribers may want to add Paramount+ to their package.
Key features of Sling TV Orange + Blue include:
– Access to 46 channels, including local NBC, Fox, and ABC affiliates (where available).
– Coverage of most local NFL games and nationally broadcast games.
– 50 hours of cloud-based DVR storage.
– Option to add more sports-oriented channels through the Sports Extras add-on.
Another option to view every NFL game, including today’s match, is through FuboTV. This sports-focused streaming service provides access to nearly all NFL games during the season and offers channels such as CBS, Fox, NBC, ESPN, and NFL Network without a cable subscription.
FuboTV allows for a seven-day free trial and can be accessed on TVs, phones, tablets, or computers. Key features of the FuboTV Pro Tier include:
– No contracts; cancel anytime.
– Over 180 channels, with NFL Network included (upgrade needed for NFL RedZone).
– 1,000 hours of cloud-based DVR recording.
You can also watch NFL games through Hulu + Live TV, which offers 90 channels, unlimited DVR storage, and comes bundled with ESPN+ and Disney+ for $77 per month after a three-day free trial.
For mobile viewing, NFL+ provides a premium streaming option starting at $40 per year (or $7 per month) and includes access to NFL Network and out-of-market games. NFL+ Premium allows viewers to watch up to eight NFL games simultaneously.
As the NFL season approaches, fans can also check out Amazon’s NFL Fan Shop, featuring officially licensed merchandise such as jerseys, team flags, and more. Exciting deals on sports gear and TVs are available, making it an ideal time to gear up for the season.