How to watch the Rams vs. Lions wildcard game without cable
The Los Angeles Rams and Detroit Lions are scheduled to meet during the opening weekend of the 2024 NFL Playoffs at Ford Field in Detroit on Sunday, Jan. 14. The game is scheduled to start at 8:15 p.m. ET/5:15 p.m. PT.
LA comes into the matchup with a 10-7 record after finishing second in the NFC West. Most recently, the LA Rams beat the San Francisco 49ers 21-20 on Jan. 7. As the Rams’ starting quarterback, Matthew Stafford has thrown for 3,965 yards and 24 touchdowns.
The Detroit Lions won the NFC North and enter the contest with a 12-5 record. On Jan. 7, the Lions beat the Minnesota Vikings 30-20. Jared Goff is the Lions’ starting quarterback, and he has thrown for 4,575 yards and 30 touchdowns this season.
Sean McVay is the LA Rams head coach. Dan Campbell is the Detroit Lions head coach.
NFL Playoffs: LA Rams vs. Lions kickoff time and network
The LA Rams vs. Detroit Lions game is scheduled to be broadcast on NBC at 8:15 p.m. ET/5:15 p.m. PT on Sunday, Jan. 14. The NBC broadcasters are scheduled to be Mike Tirico (play-by-play) and Cris Collinsworth (analyst).
To enjoy the game without the constraints of cable or satellite TV, pick an online live streaming platform such as Peacock, FuboTV, and Sling.
Best streaming services for the Lions vs. Rams game
Opt for a streaming service if you want to watch the NFL Playoffs without cable or satellite TV. These are your prime streaming selections for Sunday’s Detroit Lions vs. LA Rams game.
Best nationwide for NBC: Peacock
You can catch the excitement of the Rams vs. Lions game with Peacock Premium for $5.99/month to watch NBC’s live sports. Opt for an annual subscription at $59.99 to enjoy a 17% discount.
Note that live sports broadcasts will still contain commercials, even with the Premium Plus package, available at $11.99/month.
Most affordable for multiple channels: Sling TV
Sling TV offers NBC in specific regions, notably Boston, Chicago, Dallas/Fort Worth, Hartford/New Haven, Los Angeles, Miami/Fort Lauderdale, New York, Philadelphia, San Diego, San Francisco/Oakland/San Jose, and Washington, D.C.
If your location isn't among these markets, Sling TV won't be the solution for viewing the LA Rams vs. Lions game. Residents within these areas can benefit from Sling TV to watch the Rams vs. Lions by opting for the Blue Plan, priced at $20 for the first month and $40 for the following months.
Sling TV’s sports channel offerings include ABC, ACC Network, Big Ten Network, ESPN, ESPN2, ESPN3, ESPNews, ESPNU, Fox, FS1, FS2, NBC, NFL Network, Pac-12 Network and SEC Network.
Best for single game: FuboTV
On the FuboTV website input your zip code to check the NBC broadcast availability in your area. If accessible, FuboTV offers a seven-day trial period at no charge, featuring over 250 live TV channels and the convenience of streaming on up to 10 screens simultaneously.
You can enjoy NBC as part of the FuboTV Pro package at a rate of $79.99/month.
FuboTV’s sports channel offerings include ABC, ACC Network, Big Ten Network, CBS, CBS Sports Network, ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNews, Fox, FS1, FS2, Golf Network, Marquee Sports Network, Monumental Sports, NBC, NBCSN, NFL Network, Pac-12 Network, and SEC Network.