Whether you’re looking to find the best way to watch the NFL playoffs on NFL Game Pass with your Apple TV or Android TV, or test cord-cutting services that include NFL action, you’ve come to the right place.
On this page you’ll find information on how to securely watch the NFL playoffs with a VPN, analyses and predictions for upcoming games, and ongoing odds for the best bet to win the Super Bowl.
Get NFL Game Pass International and stream the NFL Playoffs live without blackouts
If you’re looking to catch every game of the NFL playoffs, but don’t have a U.S. cable subscription, NFL Game Pass is your best option.
You can access NFL Game Pass worldwide, but the U.S. version does not allow live streaming of games. Some games are blacked out in parts of Europe as well. Only users who sign up for Game Pass from a non-U.S. and non-Europe location will have live-streaming access to every game, everywhere. Prices vary by region.
To access NFL Game Pass with a VPN:
- Get ExpressVPN.
- Connect to a non-U.S. location where all games are available. For assistance, contact ExpressVPN Support via live chat.
- Go to NFL Game Pass and sign up.
- Sit back and enjoy!
Watching on a computer? For the best streaming experience, use the ExpressVPN browser extension for Chrome, Firefox, or Edge.
Want it on the big screen? Learn about all the ways to get ExpressVPN on your TV.
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NFL blackouts: International Game Pass vs. U.S. Game Pass
What’s the difference between watching NFL Game Pass in Germany, Australia, Canada, or the U.S.? NFL Game Pass is available both inside and outside the States. However, there are key differences every fan needs to know:
The U.S. NFL Game Pass does not offer live streaming of regular-season or postseason games. It provides streams of out-of-market preseason games, on-demand replays of every regular-season game, and the NFL Films archive. There are no blackouts of regular-season games (because none are shown live at all). A seven-day free trial is available.
In most other markets, such as Mexico and most EU countries, the international NFL Game Pass offers all 256 regular-season games plus the NFL Playoffs and Super Bowl. Users trying to watch the NFL in the UK or Ireland are subject to blackouts on some games, and for viewers who want to stream the NFL in Canada, Game Pass is available exclusively through DAZN.
Most international Game Pass subscribers get access to NFL RedZone, the NFL Network, and all NFL Films programming. There’s a seven-day free trial available.
Stream the NFL playoffs on services with free trials
One way to get your NFL fix is to explore cord-cutting services that have free trials. These services allow you to explore what works for you without making a financial commitment.
Stream games live on DAZN Canada
Price: 20 CAD/month or 150 CAD/year
You can tune in to the 2021-22 NFL season live on DAZN.
You may need to provide a valid Canadian credit/debit card and postal code (e.g., G1X 2W1, V9N 9C5). If you don’t have a Canadian bank account, you can subscribe via PayPal, Apple in-app purchase, or (pre-paid) gift card. A 30-day free trial is available for DAZN.
To watch the NFL live on DAZN:
- Get ExpressVPN.
- Connect to a server location in Canada.
- Go to DAZN Canada and sign up.
- Tune in and enjoy!
Learn more about watching DAZN with ExpressVPN.
Watching on a computer? For the best streaming experience, use the ExpressVPN browser extension for Chrome, Firefox, or Edge.
Watching on mobile? Fire up the DAZN app on your Android or iOS device.
Want it on the big screen? Learn about all the ways to get ExpressVPN on your TV.
Watch the games live on Sling TV
Price: 10 USD/month and up
Channels: ESPN, Fox, and NBC
Sling TV provides access to every channel that carries NFL games. A three-day free trial is available.
To watch the NFL live on Sling TV:
- Get ExpressVPN.
- Connect to a server location in the United States, such as Los Angeles. For assistance, contact ExpressVPN Support via live chat.
- Go to Sling TV and sign up for Sling Orange and Blue.
- Tune in and enjoy!
Learn more about watching Sling TV with ExpressVPN.
Note: In order to get Sling TV’s free trial you must use the Sling TV app as opposed to signing up on the website
Watching on a computer? For the best streaming experience, use the ExpressVPN browser extension for Chrome, Firefox, or Edge.
Want it on the big screen? Learn about all the ways to get ExpressVPN on your TV.
Stream the NFL on fuboTV
Price: 65 USD/month
Channels: CBS, Fox, and NBC
How about another way to catch NFL games? Use the seven-day free trial on fuboTV to watch more football and other sports like MLB and the NHL!
To stream live NFL games with fuboTV:
- Get ExpressVPN.
- Connect to a server location in the United States, such as Chicago. For assistance, contact ExpressVPN Support via live chat.
- Sign up on fuboTV.
- Tune in and enjoy!
Note: You will need a U.S. credit/debit card to subscribe. The billing address used may determine which local channels are available, and you may be unable to change your location.
Learn more about watching fuboTV with ExpressVPN.
Watching on a computer? For the best streaming experience, use the ExpressVPN browser extension for Chrome, Firefox, or Edge.
Want it on the big screen? Learn about all the ways to get ExpressVPN on your TV.
Live stream on Hulu + Live TV
Price: 65 USD/month and up
Channels: CBS, ESPN, Fox, and NBC
Hulu+Live TV is another way to catch live NFL games and offers a seven-day free trial available. Games shown are subject to regional availability and blackout restrictions. You may need to supply a valid U.S. postal code (e.g., 10012, 48104) and credit card.
To watch live NFL games with Hulu + Live TV:
- Get ExpressVPN.
- Connect to a server location in the United States, such as Chicago. For assistance, contact ExpressVPN Support via live chat.
- Go to Hulu and select a plan.
- Tune in to the action!
Learn more about watching Hulu with ExpressVPN.
Watching on a computer? For the best streaming experience, use the ExpressVPN browser extension for Chrome, Firefox, or Edge.
Want it on the big screen? Learn about all the ways to get ExpressVPN on your TV.
Watch on YouTube TV
Price: 65 USD/month and up
Channels: Fox, CBS, NBC, ESPN
YouTube offers a variety of channels that carry NFL games and the subscription costs 65 USD/month. You may need to submit a U.S. zip code (e.g., 10022, 48104, etc.). If you don’t feel like committing to YouTube TV, use the five-day free trial.
To watch:
- Get ExpressVPN.
- Connect to a server location in the U.S.
- Visit YouTube TV and sign up
- Stream the games live!
Note: You may need a valid U.S. credit/debit card or PayPal to subscribe to YouTube TV. You can still subscribe to YouTube TV via Google Play, even if you don’t have a U.S. credit/debit card.
Want it on the big screen? Learn about all the ways to get ExpressVPN on your TV.
Learn more about watching YouTube TV with ExpressVPN.
NFL streaming options for special circumstances
There are a few options that won’t give you access to all the games, but could fit your needs.
Stream on Paramount+
Price: 5 USD/month
Channels: CBS
Paramount+ has an ‘Essential’ package that offers a variety of local CBS channels that carry NFL playoff games and the subscription costs 5 USD/month. If you don’t feel like committing to Paramount+ or only want to watch a specific game, there’s a seven-day free trial.
To watch:
- Get ExpressVPN.
- Connect to a server location in the U.S. that matches one of the teams in the game
- Visit Paramount+ and sign up
- On game day visit Paramount+ and find the games under ‘Live TV’
- Enjoy the games!
Want it on the big screen? Learn about all the ways to get ExpressVPN on your TV.
Tune in on Peacock
Price: 5 USD/month
Using Peacock you can watch games carried by NBC and it costs 5 USD/month.
To watch:
- Get ExpressVPN.
- Connect to a server location in the U.S.
- Visit Peacock and sign up.
- Sign in to Peacock on Sundays to watch the games!
Want it on the big screen? Learn about all the ways to get ExpressVPN on your TV.
More Game Pass Information
If you’re looking for more information before committing to a Game Pass subscription, here are some answers to some of the questions you may have:
Is NFL Game Pass UK the same as International Game Pass?
In a word, no. Regional broadcasting rights in the UK and the Republic of Ireland mean certain games are subject to blackout restrictions.
This applies even if a subscriber from the UK or Ireland is in another part of the EU. Existing EU Portability Regulations require UK and Ireland blackout restrictions to apply no matter where in the EU the subscriber is.
Can I watch NFL Game Pass in Europe?
EU viewers who subscribe to NFL Game Pass from most locations other than the UK or Ireland should have access to all games live, although limited blackouts may apply if such users try to watch from the UK or Ireland.
Where is the cheapest location to get NFL International Game Pass?
NFL international Game Pass prices vary from region to region, but South American locations tend to offer the lowest prices, which can get as low as 75 USD for the season. For information about specific countries, contact ExpressVPN Support.
Subscription refunds are valid up to seven days from the purchase date. Free trial refunds are valid up to three days after the trial ends. More details can be found on the NFL Digital Care site.
Which devices can I watch International NFL Game Pass on?
NFL Game Pass works on the following devices. To set up ExpressVPN on your device, follow the corresponding link below:
How to solve NFL Game Pass International streaming problems
Don’t let a troublesome connection knock you out of bounds! If you encounter any issues while streaming the NFL, contact ExpressVPN Support for immediate assistance.
NFL Playoff Schedule
| Teams | Date | Time (ET) | Channel |
| Bengals vs. Titans | January 22 | 4:30 p.m. | CBC (and Paramount+) |
| Packers vs. 49ers | January 22 | 8:15 p.m. | Fox |
| Buccaneers vs. Rams | January 23 | 1:00 p.m. | NBC (and Peacock) |
| Chiefs vs. Bills | January 23 | 4:30 p.m. | CBC (and Paramount+) |
Divisional Round Matchups
Below are all the playoff games on the schedule for the divisional round (all times EDT):
Cincinnati Bengals vs. Tennessee Titans – Saturday January 22, 2022, 4:30 p.m.
This isn’t the most glamorous matchup of the weekend, but whoever makes it through will be a worthy challenger in the AFC Championship Game. The Bengals are riding high after securing their first playoff win in 31 years and their offense is fueled by elite playmakers and a confident Joe Burrow at quarterback. The Titans aren’t as explosive, but their defense is rock solid and the return of Derrick Henry could allow them to dominate on the ground.
Green Bay Packers vs. San Francisco 49ers – Saturday, January 22, 2022, 8:15 p.m.
The Packers are the favorites in this one, especially considering it will be played in the cold at Lambeau Field, but the 49ers were impressive in their upset over the Dallas Cowboys in the Wild Card round. San Francisco’s combination of creative rushing and a disruptive pass rush may give Green Bay a scare, but it’s tough not to like Aaron Rodgers’s side.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs. Los Angeles Rams – Sunday January 23, 2022, 3:00 p.m.
This game will be an interesting referendum on the value of a truly elite quarterback. It’s tough to identify many spots on the Rams roster where they’re inferior to the injury-depleted Buccaneers, but Tampa Bay has seven-time champion Tom Brady behind center, which makes them tough to bet against. If Matt Stafford can avoid turning the ball over the Rams have a great chance to win, but that’s been a struggle for the big-armed quarterback lately.
Kansas City Chiefs vs. Buffalo Bills – January 23, 2022, 8:15 p.m.
Without a doubt, this is the best game of the weekend. The Bills looked utterly unstoppable in the Wild Card round and have a team specifically designed to take down the Chiefs. Even so, Kansas City has an improved defense, home-field advantage, and the unstoppable triumvirate of Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce, and Tyreek Hill. If you can only find time for one game this weekend this is the one, and if you have other plans Sunday night, you might want to cancel.
Who’s going to win the Super Bowl?
Thanks to the combination of home-field advantage, an improved defense, and the MVP-caliber play of Aaron Rodgers, the Green Bay Packers look exceedingly hard to beat, but there’s no runaway favorite in the field.
Patick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs have gotten better as the season has gone on, and showed a ferocity on defense that’s paired well with their top-flight offense. It would be foolish to count out the defending champion Tampa Bay Buccaneers, who play a distinct style that relies on a high-volume passing attack and an ability to shut down opponents’ running games, although Tom Brady is now missing two of his top offensive weapons. Those three teams comprise the top tier of contenders.
Behind that trio, the Buffalo Bills look dangerous thanks to their well-balanced roster, a dynamic attack led by Josh Allen, and a downright dominant win over the New England Patriots in the Wild Card round. The Tennessee Titans can’t be ignored considering they’re the AFC’s top seed and Derrick Henry is coming back. The Los Angeles Rams might have the most pure star power in the NFL, but Matt Stafford’s ability to avoid critical mistakes is always in question.
Dark horses include the San Francisco 49ers with their combination of innovative running plays and solid defense, and the Cincinnati Bengals behind an ascending Joe Burrow.
Here are the championship probabilities of the remaining teams as calculated by FiveThirtyEight:
| Team | Championship Probability |
| Green Bay Packers | 25% |
| Kansas City Chiefs | 24% |
| Tampa Bay Buccaneers | 15% |
| Buffalo Bills | 12% |
| Tennessee Titans | 10% |
| Los Angeles Rams | 7% |
| San Francisco 49ers | 4% |
| Cincinnati Bengals | 3% |
What are the key dates for the 2021-2022 NFL season?
| NFL 2021 season dates | ||
| Name | Date | Location |
| NFL Draft | April 29 – May 1, 2021 | Cleveland, Ohio |
| Regular season | September 9, 2021 – January 9, 2022 | U.S. |
| Playoffs | Start date: January 15, 2022 | U.S. |
| Pro Bowl | February 6, 2022 | Paradise, Nevada |
| Super Bowl LV | February 13, 2022 | Los Angeles, California |
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