Attention, NFL fans! Thursday Night Football is about to return to Prime Video, so you can enjoy the 2026 football season. The broadcast will feature exclusive games and marquee matchups, so you won’t want to miss them. Here’s everything you need to know to follow every game.
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When is Thursday Night Football 2026?
The 2026 Thursday Night Football season will begin on August 27, 2026, and continue through January 2027 as part of the official NFL schedule. During that time, Prime Video will stream weekly nighttime games as part of its exclusive coverage of professional football.
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What is Thursday Night Football?
Thursday Night Football is the NFL’s weekly series of games played on Thursday nights during the regular season. The format features matchups between different league franchises each week and has become one of the most-watched football events in the United States. In recent years, Prime Video secured exclusive broadcasting rights, allowing fans to stream the games live across multiple internet-connected devices.
Thursday Night Football 2026: full schedule
According to Prime Video, coverage will begin at 7:00 p.m. ET. Here is the full game schedule:
- • Preseason — Thursday, August 27: New England Patriots vs. Cleveland Browns
- • Week 2 — Thursday, September 17: Detroit Lions vs. Buffalo Bills
- • Week 3 — Thursday, September 24: Atlanta Falcons vs. Green Bay Packers
- • Week 4 — Thursday, October 1: Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Cleveland Browns
- • Week 5 — Thursday, October 8: Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs. Dallas Cowboys
- • Week 6 — Thursday, October 15: Seattle Seahawks vs. Denver Broncos
- • Week 7 — Thursday, October 22: New England Patriots vs. Chicago Bears
- • Week 8 — Thursday, October 29: Carolina Panthers vs. Green Bay Packers
- • Week 9 — Thursday, November 5: Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Baltimore Ravens
- • Week 10 — Thursday, November 12: Washington Commanders vs. New York Giants
- • Week 11 — Thursday, November 19: Indianapolis Colts vs. Houston Texans
- • Week 12 — Friday, November 27: Denver Broncos vs. Pittsburgh Steelers
- • Week 13 — Thursday, December 3: Kansas City Chiefs vs. Los Angeles Rams
- • Week 14 — Thursday, December 10: Minnesota Vikings vs. New England Patriots
- • Week 15 — Thursday, December 17: San Francisco 49ers vs. Los Angeles Chargers
- • Week 16 — Wednesday, December 24: Houston Texans vs. Philadelphia Eagles
- • Week 17 — Wednesday, December 31: Baltimore Ravens vs. Cincinnati Bengals
- • NFL Wild Card Playoff Game — Saturday, January 16 or 17: To be announced
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How to watch Thursday Night Football 2026 on Prime Video
Users will be able to access the games directly through the streaming platform using an active Prime account.
To watch the games, follow these steps:
- 1. Open the Prime Video app on a compatible device.
- 2. Sign in with an active Prime account.
- 3. Search for Thursday Night Football from the homepage, search bar, Sports section, or live events carousel.
- 4. Select the game available that day.
- 5. Press play to start the stream.
How can I record Thursday Night Football 2026 games on Prime Video?
Prime Video will also allow users to record the entire Thursday Night Football season through cloud storage without affecting DVR space.
To enable recordings, users will need to:
- • Sign in to their Prime account through the app or official Prime Video website.
- • Locate any Thursday Night Football game in the Sports section or through the search bar.
- • Click the “Record” button to automatically save every game of the season.
Users who do not activate full-season recording will still be able to rewind up to 15 minutes from the moment they join the live stream.
How Much Does a Prime Video Subscription Cost?
Currently, a Prime membership costs $14.99 per month or $139 per year. Discounted memberships are also available, offering the same benefits—including free shipping on over 300 million items, exclusive deals, and special savings—for only 50% of the regular price, for eligible customers.
Young adults between 18 and 24 years old, as well as college students, can try Prime at a discounted rate for six months, then continue at a reduced price of $7.49 per month or $69 per year. Those receiving government assistance can try Prime Access for 30 days and then pay only $6.99 per month.
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