After missing out on the pre-season and the start of the 2024-2025 season, Amazon Prime is finally joining the action.
Tonight, the streaming service will air its first game of the year, featuring a classic rivalry between the Buffalo Bills and the Miami Dolphins. Both teams won their season openers, so the winner of this game will lead the AFC East for at least a few days, and possibly longer if the Patriots lose this weekend.
Here’s how you can watch this week’s game and what to expect from Thursday night games moving forward.
Which NFL Teams Are Playing on Thursdays This Season?
Here’s the schedule for Thursday night games, with the home team listed second:
Thursday, Sept. 12: Buffalo Bills vs Miami Dolphins, 8:15 p.m. ET on Amazon Prime
Thursday, Sept. 19: New England Patriots vs New York Jets, 8:15 p.m. ET on Amazon Prime
Thursday, Sept. 26: Dallas Cowboys vs New York Giants, 8:15 p.m. ET on Amazon Prime
Thursday, Oct. 3: Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs Atlanta Falcons, 8:15 p.m. ET on Amazon Prime
Thursday, Oct. 10: San Francisco 49ers vs Seattle Seahawks, 8:15 p.m. ET on Amazon Prime
Thursday, Oct. 17: Denver Broncos vs New Orleans Saints, 8:15 p.m. ET on Amazon Prime
Thursday, Oct. 24: Minnesota Vikings vs Los Angeles Rams, 8:15 p.m. ET on Amazon Prime
Thursday, Oct. 31: Houston Texans vs New York Jets, 8:15 p.m. ET on Amazon Prime
Thursday, Nov. 7: Cincinnati Bengals vs Baltimore Ravens, 8:15 p.m. ET on Amazon Prime
Thursday, Nov. 14: Washington Commanders vs Philadelphia Eagles, 8:15 p.m. ET on Amazon Prime
Thursday, Nov. 21: Pittsburgh Steelers vs Cleveland Browns, 8:15 p.m. ET on Amazon Prime
Thursday, Nov. 28: Miami Dolphins vs Green Bay Packers, 8:20 p.m. ET on NBC
Thursday, Dec. 5: Green Bay Packers vs Detroit Lions, 8:15 p.m. ET on Amazon Prime
Thursday, Dec. 12: Los Angeles Rams vs San Francisco 49ers, 8:15 p.m. ET on Amazon Prime
Thursday, Dec. 19: Cleveland Browns vs Cincinnati Bengals, 8:15 p.m. ET on Amazon Prime
Thursday, Dec. 26: Seattle Seahawks vs Chicago Bears, 8:15 p.m. ET on Amazon Prime
Can I Watch NFL Thursday Night Games for Free on Broadcast Television?
Yes, but only in specific circumstances. Thursday night games are available over the air if you’re in the broadcast zones of the two teams playing. Otherwise, you’ll need an Amazon Prime account.
Can I Stream NFL Thursday Night Games Live Online Without an Amazon Prime Account?
Unfortunately, no. Amazon has exclusive rights to all Thursday night games, except for Thanksgiving night. Other streaming services cannot carry them.
Who Is Amazon’s Broadcast Team?
The play-by-play will be handled by veteran Al Michaels, with Kirk Herbstreit providing color commentary.
Does the NFL Offer Any Viewing Packages to Watch the Thursday Night Games?
Yes! The NFL App allows you to stream games that are broadcast locally in your market as well as any played in prime time.
