Thanksgiving is known as Turkey Day everywhere in the world, but there is another tradition that makes it a worthwhile celebration. It is the NFL Thanksgiving games.

In this article
    1. Paramount+
    2. Sling TV
    3. Hulu + Live TV
    4. DIRECTV STREAM
    5. YouTube TV
    6. FuboTV

NFL Thanksgiving Games Schedule

American football games on Thanksgiving Day are not a new concept. It dates back to 1876. So, football fans will look forward to Thanksgiving 2023 for a treat of NFL Thanksgiving games.

For this year, and as expected, the Detroit Lions and the Dallas Cowboys will host games on Thanksgiving. It has become a tradition for both teams to play on Thanksgiving Day since the first time they did in 1934 and 1966, respectively. So, there are no real surprises there.

But those are not the only teams on TV on that day. There are other games on the roster. Here is the NFL Thanksgiving games schedule for 2023.

  1. Game: Green Bay Packers vs. Detroit Lions

    Time: 12:30 p.m. Eastern Time

    Venue: Ford Field, Detroit.

    Watch on: FOX

  2. Game: Washington Commanders vs. Dallas Cowboys

    Time: 4:30 p.m Eastern Time.

    Venue: AT&T Stadium

    Watch on: CBS

  3. Game: San Francisco 49ers vs. Seattle Seahawks

    Time: 8:20 p.m. Eastern Time

    Venue: Lumen Field, Washington.

    Watch on: NBC

So, buckle up and prepare yourself for another memorable Thanksgiving football experience. But you may wonder where you can watch the NFL on Thanksgiving day. Well, we stated the platforms in the above schedule, but if you are unsure which to choose or if there are other platforms aside from the ones listed. The answer is. There are.

 nfl game in a stadium

Platforms to Watch The NFL Thanksgiving Games

We know you can catch the NFL Thanksgiving games on CBS, FOX, and NBC. But what if you’re out with friends and not close to your cable TV? Luckily, several legal streaming services deliver the games to you live.

1. Paramount+

Paramount+ is a cheap online platform to watch NFL football games. The base plan gives you access to all CBS content, including all CBS Sports content (live), for only $5.99 monthly.

Pros
  1. Almost every CBS content, including all CBS sports content.
  2. It works on mobile devices, computers, Apple TV, Roku, etc.
  3. It is cheap.
Cons
  1. Too many commercials while watching.To avoid this, you can get the premium service for $9.99 per month.
  2. It is limited because it only offers content from CBS.

2. Sling TV

Like Paramount+, Sling TV is also a low-price platform to watch the NFL live Thanksgiving day games. You can get several channels based on your location. The subscription fee is $40.00 per month.

Pros
  1. It is budget-friendly and allows you to customize your experience.
  2. You also get a 50% discount on the first month of using the platform.
  3. And it includes NBC and FOX.
Cons
  1. NBC and FOX are only available in a few cities, while it does not stream CBS games at all.

3. Hulu + Live TV

Hulu offers 85 live channels covering most areas and on-demand content from its on-demand service. You can combine it with the TV Everywhere apps to get more content.

Pros
  1. It has a wide variety, including CBS Sports, ESPN, and most top channels.
Cons
  1. At $76.99 per month, the price is steep, although cheaper than cable.

4. DIRECTV STREAM

This was formerly AT&T TV. You can catch the NFL Thanksgiving Day game here. There is a wide range of channels to choose from. And unlike other platforms listed here, you can get HBO on the DirecTv stream.

Pros
  1. It offers over 75 channels, including FOX, CBS, and NBC.
  2. If you sign up online, you will get access to Unlimited cloud DVR.
Cons
  1. The price of $74.99 base is expensive.

5. YouTube TV

Perhaps the most popular platform on this list. It is a great option to stream the NFL Thanksgiving football this year. It comes with most local channels, and you can access over 100.

Pros
  1. Unlimited cloud DVR.
  2. No contracts. You can cancel anytime.
  3. They also offer a 1-week trial before paying anything.
Cons
  1. The price is high.
 youtube tv to watch nfl thanksgiving games

6. FuboTV

Fubo offers a base package of 150 channels that includes CBS, FOX, and NBC, which means you can watch the Thanksgiving football games on this platform. You can stream via Amazon Fire TV, your computer, mobile device, or Roku.

Pros
  1. Good selection of channels in the base package.
  2. A 3-day replay of the on-demand library.
Cons
  1. $74.99 per month is expensive.

These are 6 legal streaming platforms where you can catch the NFL Thanksgiving games of 2023. These platforms also allow you to save the NFL games to your cloud DVR to enjoy them later with your friends and loved ones.

Saving the games also means you can transfer them to your new devices or your friends. As such videos are usually large, you could be stuck trying to move them officially.

Thankfully, there is an alternative solution that lets you do it in minutes. And it is easy, secure, and super fast. That is the MobileTrans software.

How to Transfer Your Saved NFL Games Video

Wondershare’s Mobiletrans is a multi-purpose data transfer software that helps you move files and data between devices and platforms. It handles bulk data and guarantees data security.

Here are the steps to transfer for NFL football games from phone to phone. If you have just upgraded to a new iPhone, like the iPhone 15, then this is for you.

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Step 1. Download and install the MobileTrans software on your computer. Then double-click to open it. A window will pop-up like the image below. Go to the “Phone Transfer” section. This option allows you to transfer data from iPhone to iPhone.

launch mobiletrans

Step 2. Next, connect both devices through a USB cable. Two icons will show up, representing both devices. Take note. On the left should be the device you are transferring from (Source), and on the right the one you are transferring to (Destination). If you notice that the arrangement is wrong, click Flip to correct it.

connect your devices

Step 3. Finally, select the content you want to transfer. In this case, your saved NFL Thanksgiving games video. Then wait for Mobiletrans to complete the process. And that is all.

complete your games video transfer

And just like that, you can move your NFL thanksgiving games video from phone to phone, allowing you to also share with your friends.

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Conclusion

What makes the holiday season extra special is the events that accompany it. The NFL Thanksgiving games are one such, and whether or not you have cable TV, you can enjoy them with your friends.

The streaming platforms above also make it better, as you can save those games to enjoy them later. And if you need to move them to another mobile device, MobileTrans is a reliable third-party software.

Rafael Kaminski
Rafael Kaminski Sep 25, 24
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