NFL streaming guide
Where to watch Bears vs Raiders in 2026
Bears-Raiders is NFC vs AFC. Two rebuilding teams, two QB-development storylines. Here's the cord-cutter playbook on where to watch.
TL;DR: Bears at Raiders is NFC North vs AFC West — inter-conference, so broadcast depends on which team is away. Chicago at Vegas: CBS (AFC home, NFC away). Vegas at Chicago: Fox (NFC home, AFC away). Most likely Sunday 1 PM or 4:25 PM Eastern. Free in-market via OTA antenna for Chicago or Las Vegas viewers. Out-of-market: YouTube TV ($82.99), Hulu Live ($82.99), or Slam Dunk Zone at $39.95/mo for 5,000+ HD channels — fulfilled by AccuViewTV.
| Cable / vMVPDs | Slam Dunk Zone | |
|---|---|---|
| Most likely network | CBS or Fox (depends on away team) | Both via SDZ |
| YouTube TV | $82.99/mo | $39.95 |
| Hulu + Live TV | $82.99/mo | $39.95 |
| fuboTV | $84.99/mo | $39.95 |
| Sling Blue (if Fox) | $46/mo | $39.95 |
| OTA antenna in-market | Free (one-time $30) | $39.95 |
| Cable | $130-$185 all-in | $39.95 |
Which network shows Bears vs Raiders?
NFC vs AFC inter-conference games depend on the away-team rights:
- Chicago at Las Vegas (Bears away): Fox holds NFC away rights → broadcast on local Fox affiliates, most likely Sunday 1 PM or 4:25 PM ET.
- Las Vegas at Chicago (Raiders away): CBS holds AFC away rights → broadcast on local CBS.
- Sunday Night Football (NBC) or Monday Night Football (ESPN): rare for these specific teams unless both are playoff-relevant.
- Thursday Night Football (Amazon Prime): possible.
Verify the specific week’s network on NFL.com — same matchup can air on different networks year-to-year depending on the home team.
Cord-cutter streaming options
Cord-cutter options for any NFL game in 2026:
- YouTube TV — $82.99/mo. Carries CBS, Fox, NBC, ESPN, NFL Network. Most complete NFL coverage in vMVPDs.
- Hulu + Live TV — $82.99/mo. Same broadcast networks, plus Disney+/ESPN+ bundle.
- Sling Blue — $46/mo. Fox + NBC (so NFC games + Sunday Night Football). Sling Orange has ESPN but not Fox/NBC.
- fuboTV — $84.99/mo. CBS, Fox, NBC, ESPN, NFL Network.
- Amazon Prime Video — $14.99/mo. Thursday Night Football live.
- Slam Dunk Zone — $39.95/mo. 5,000+ HD channels including CBS, Fox, NBC, ABC, NFL Network. Fulfilled by AccuViewTV.
Free legal options
Free legal options for NFL games:
- Over-the-air antenna. CBS, Fox, NBC are free with a $20-$40 indoor antenna in most metro areas. Covers Sunday afternoon and SNF games in your local market.
- NFL+ basic ($6.99/mo). Live local + primetime games on mobile only. Cheap but mobile-only.
- Network apps. CBS Sports, Fox Sports, NBC Sports — some live local games free, some require TV-provider authentication.
Free has limits: out-of-market games typically require NFL Sunday Ticket ($378/season on YouTube TV) or a streaming service that carries the broadcast network airing the game. For households outside the home market of either team, paid options are usually the only path.
How Slam Dunk Zone fits in
Slam Dunk Zone at $39.95/mo includes the major US broadcast networks (CBS, Fox, NBC, ABC) and NFL Network in its 5,000+ HD channel lineup. For NFL households, that means coverage of Sunday afternoon games (CBS/Fox), Sunday Night Football (NBC), Thursday Night Football replays (NFL Network catch-up), and Monday Night Football (ESPN if your area carries it on the affiliate). 6 simultaneous device streams included.
Honest disclosure: NFL game-rights vary by zip code and by week. SDZ carries the broadcast networks, which carry the games, but specific game availability depends on your local affiliate. /checkout/ takes you there.
12-month cost: cable vs streaming vs SDZ
Annual cost to follow every Bears or Raiders game:
- Cable steady-state: $135-$185/mo × 12 = $1,620-$2,220/year
- YouTube TV: $82.99 × 12 = $995.88/year
- Hulu + Live TV: $82.99 × 12 = $995.88/year
- Slam Dunk Zone: $39.95 × 12 = $479.40/year
- OTA antenna: $20-$40 one-time (in-market)
For Chicago or Vegas households, OTA + SDZ combo: $39.95/mo + one-time $30. Saves $1,140+/year vs cable.
The Slam Dunk Deal
Why people are dropping cable for Slam Dunk Zone
| Cable / Big Box | Slam Dunk Zone | |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly cost | $150 – $220 | $39.95 |
| Channels | 200 if you’re lucky | 5,000+ |
| Devices | 1–2, extra fees per room | Up to 6 simultaneously |
| Contract | 1–2 year lock-in | Cancel anytime |
| Sports coverage | Premium tiers cost extra | Major games included |
| Mastery & training | None | 24/7 support + cord-cutter education |
| Setup | Truck-roll + installer fee | Self-serve, Firestick-first |
Save up to $2,160 / year (Average $150 cable bill − $39.95 SDZ = ~$110 saved per month, every month.)
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