How to Watch Thanksgiving Football 2026 Without Cable

Thanksgiving football is a tradition in a lot of homes: turkey in the oven, family on the couch and three NFL games back to back. In 2026 the holiday week actually stretches across three days, with a Wednesday night game, the classic Thursday tripleheader and a Black Friday game. The catch is that these games are spread across broadcast TV and two different streaming apps, which makes it easy to end up at the wrong channel at kickoff.

This guide gives you the full 2026 schedule, where each game airs, which ones you can watch on KrushTV and which ones you cannot. It also covers how to get a family setup ready before the big day.

Thanksgiving 2026 NFL Schedule at a Glance

Here is the verified holiday week schedule. All times are Eastern.

The Three Thanksgiving Day Games Are on Local Broadcast TV

The good news for cord cutters is that all three Thursday games air on regular broadcast networks, not on a cable channel. That means you only need access to your local CBS, FOX and NBC stations to catch the full tripleheader.

• 1 PM ET, Bears vs Lions on CBS. The early game kicks off while most families are still cooking, so it is a good one to have on in the kitchen or on a second screen.
• 4:30 PM ET, Eagles vs Cowboys on FOX. This NFC East matchup lands right around dinner time in a lot of homes.
• 8:20 PM ET, Chiefs vs Bills on NBC. The night game closes out the holiday after the dishes are done.

KrushTV carries local ABC, CBS, NBC and FOX stations in many US cities, so you can switch between all three networks without an antenna or a cable box. Because local coverage depends on the city, the smart move is to use the free trial to confirm your own market's stations. If you want more detail on how local channels work over IPTV, read our guide to local channels on IPTV.

Inside the KrushTV app on Firestick, Fire TV and Android TV, the Sports Guide lists today's games with live scores and the channel each game is on. On Thanksgiving, open it once and you will see exactly which station to tune to for each kickoff.

The Wednesday and Friday Games: Netflix and Prime Video

We want to be clear about these two, because nobody wants a surprise on game night.

Wednesday, Nov 25: Packers vs Rams on Netflix

The Thanksgiving Eve game at 8 PM ET streams on Netflix. Netflix is not part of KrushTV, so this game is not available through your KrushTV plan. If you want to watch it, you will need a Netflix subscription.

Friday, Nov 27: Broncos vs Steelers on Amazon Prime Video

The Black Friday game streams on Amazon Prime Video. Prime Video is not part of KrushTV either, so you will need an Amazon Prime or Prime Video subscription for this one. Check the Prime Video listing for the exact kickoff time.

For anything else you are unsure about during the holiday week, check the Sports Guide in the app to see the channel. If a game is only on a streaming service, it will not be in KrushTV.

What Thanksgiving Football Costs Without Cable

If the three Thursday games are your main goal, compare what you would pay for live TV. Here are widely known prices for popular options alongside KrushTV.

The 3 month KrushTV plan at $40 covers Thanksgiving, the rest of the NFL regular season and the holidays, for less than half of one month of average cable. You can see every option on the pricing page. There is no monthly plan and no contract, and you can pay by debit or credit card, Cash App or Bitcoin.

A Family Setup for the Holiday

Thanksgiving means a full house, and not everyone wants the same thing on the TV. KrushTV is built for that.

• 2 screens at the same time on every plan. Put the Lions game on the living room TV while someone else watches the parade replay, a movie or the kids' shows in another room.
• Add screens if the family is big. One more screen is +$10 on the 3 or 6 month plans and +$20 on the 1 year plan. Two more screens are +$15 (3 months), +$20 (6 months) or +$40 (1 year). Our guide to watching on multiple TVs explains how it works.
• Family PIN. The KrushTV app includes a family PIN that hides adult content, so you can hand the remote to the kids between games without worry.
• Something for everyone. With 10,000+ live channels and 70,000+ movies and series, the non-football fans have plenty to watch. My List and Continue watching make it easy to pick up a holiday movie after dinner.

For more ideas on setting up TV for a household, see our best IPTV for families guide.

How to Get Ready Before November 26

1. Request your free trial early. Message KrushTV on WhatsApp at +1 949-594-8817 or use the chat on krushtv.com through the free trial page. Do it a week or two ahead so you have time to test.
2. Install the app. On Firestick, Fire TV or Android TV, use the Downloader app with code 6826306. The KrushTV app also works on Android phones and tablets.
3. Using another device? iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Smart TVs and PCs work through player apps such as IPTV Smarters or TiviMate. Follow the steps on our setup guides page.
4. Check your local stations. Open your local CBS, FOX and NBC channels during the trial and confirm they play well.
5. Pick a plan. Once you are happy, choose 3 months, 6 months or 1 year. Support is available 24/7 on WhatsApp, or by email at support.krushtv@gmail.com.

Frequently Asked Questions

What channels are the Thanksgiving Day 2026 NFL games on?

On Thursday, November 26, 2026, Bears vs Lions is at 1 PM ET on CBS, Eagles vs Cowboys is at 4:30 PM ET on FOX, and Chiefs vs Bills is at 8:20 PM ET on NBC. KrushTV carries local CBS, FOX and NBC stations in many US cities.

Can I watch the Wednesday Packers vs Rams game on KrushTV?

No. The Wednesday, November 25 game between the Packers and Rams at 8 PM ET streams on Netflix, and Netflix is not part of KrushTV. You would need a Netflix subscription for that game.

Is the Black Friday Broncos vs Steelers game on KrushTV?

No. The Friday, November 27 game between the Broncos and Steelers streams on Amazon Prime Video, which is not part of KrushTV. You would need Prime Video for that game.

Can my family watch on two TVs at the same time?

Yes. Every KrushTV plan includes 2 screens at the same time. You can add 1 more screen for $10 (3 or 6 months) or $20 (1 year), or 2 more screens for $15 (3 months), $20 (6 months) or $40 (1 year).

Can I try KrushTV free before Thanksgiving?

Yes. KrushTV offers a free 3-day trial with no credit card. Message on WhatsApp at +1 949-594-8817 or use the chat on krushtv.com to request it, ideally a week or two before the holiday so you can confirm your local stations.

Bottom Line

The three Thanksgiving Day games on CBS, FOX and NBC are the heart of the holiday, and KrushTV carries those local stations in many US cities, starting at $40 for 3 months with no contract and no auto-renewal. The Wednesday Netflix game and the Black Friday Prime Video game are not in KrushTV, so plan on those apps if you want them. Test everything with the free trial now and your Thanksgiving will be about the food and the football, not the remote.