Baker Mayfield, number 6 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, was seen smiling after a play during an NFL preseason game against the Miami Dolphins on August 23, 2024, in Tampa, Florida. Today, the Washington Commanders are set to face the Buccaneers in an NFL Week 1 matchup. This game marks the regular season debut of Jayden Daniels, the 2024 Heisman Trophy winner and the second overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.
The Washington Commanders vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers game will take place today, September 8, 2024, at 4:25 p.m. ET (1:25 p.m. PT). It will be broadcast on Fox and will also be available for streaming on FuboTV and other platforms.
For those looking to watch the game without cable, there are several options. FuboTV offers a selection of channels including NFL games aired by local affiliates and features services similar to traditional cable at a lower cost. Their plans provide access to all major NFL games, NCAA football, and more. Currently, Fubo is offering a $30 discount on the first month of any subscription, making it possible to watch these games from just $49.99. Once subscribed, viewers can watch on a variety of devices immediately.
Sling TV is another alternative for those without cable and provides access to a wide range of sports channels. The Orange + Blue plan, which includes ESPN and NFL coverage, is available for $30 for the first month as part of a promotion. Sling does not carry CBS, so subscribers are encouraged to add Paramount+ to their bundle to access additional football programming.
Hulu + Live TV also features NFL games, providing 90 channels along with unlimited DVR storage. It costs $77 per month after a three-day free trial and includes bundles with ESPN+ and Disney+.
For mobile viewers, NFL+ is available for $40 per year and offers access to NFL Network and out-of-market games. Meanwhile, those looking for a low-cost option can consider a digital HDTV antenna to watch local channels without monthly fees, although availability may vary based on location.
As the 2024-2025 NFL season kicks off, fans can explore the Amazon NFL Fan Shop for officially licensed fan gear ranging from jerseys to collectibles, with numerous deals available on sports-related items.
The complete Week 1 schedule for the NFL season is as follows:
– Thursday, Sept. 5: Baltimore Ravens at Kansas City Chiefs, 8:20 p.m. ET (NBC)
– Friday, Sept. 6: Green Bay Packers vs. Philadelphia Eagles (in São Paulo, Brazil), 8:15 p.m. ET (Peacock)
– Sunday, Sept. 8:
– Pittsburgh Steelers at Atlanta Falcons, 1 p.m. ET (FOX)
– Arizona Cardinals at Buffalo Bills, 1 p.m. ET (CBS)
– Tennessee Titans at Chicago Bears, 1 p.m. ET (FOX)
– New England Patriots at Cincinnati Bengals, 1 p.m. ET (CBS)
– Houston Texans at Indianapolis Colts, 1 p.m. ET (CBS)
– Jacksonville Jaguars at Miami Dolphins, 1 p.m. ET (CBS)
– Carolina Panthers at New Orleans Saints, 1 p.m. ET (FOX)
– Minnesota Vikings at New York Giants, 1 p.m. ET (FOX)
– Las Vegas Raiders at Los Angeles Chargers, 4:05 p.m. ET (CBS)
– Denver Broncos at Seattle Seahawks, 4:05 p.m. ET (CBS)
– Dallas Cowboys at Cleveland Browns, 4:25 p.m. ET (CBS)
– Washington Commanders at Tampa Bay Buccaneers, 4:25 p.m. ET (FOX)
– Los Angeles Rams at Detroit Lions, 8:20 p.m. ET (NBC)
– Monday, Sept. 9: [Details not specified]