How to watch the Cleveland Browns without cable
| Team | Cleveland Browns |
|---|---|
| League | NFL — AFC North |
| Home market | Cleveland, OH |
| Local games | Local CBS station (Cleveland market) |
| National games | ESPN, NBC, and Prime Video for national windows |
Best services to watch the Cleveland Browns
Local Cleveland Browns games follow your Cleveland CBS affiliate (AFC teams mostly play on CBS), with national windows on ESPN, NBC.
| Service | Our score | From /mo | Free trial | Streams | Cloud DVR | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| YouTube TV | 9.3 | $83 | Varies | 3 | Unlimited | you want a broad, mainstream lineup with unlimited DVR and reliable local channels in most areas |
| Hulu + Live TV | 9.0 | $83 | Varies | 2 (unlimited add-on) | Unlimited | you want live TV bundled with a huge on-demand library plus Disney+ and ESPN+ |
| FuboTV | 9.0 | $80 | 7 days | Up to 10 at home | Unlimited (varies by plan) | you want a sports-heavy lineup with a high channel count and lots of simultaneous streams |
| DirecTV Stream | 8.7 | $87 | 5 days | Unlimited at home | Unlimited | you want a cable-like experience with regional sports networks and unlimited in-home streams |
| Sling TV | 8.6 | $40 | None (occasional promos) | 1 (Orange) / 3 (Blue) | 50 hours included | you want the cheapest route into live sports and news and don't rely on local broadcast channels everywhere |
Prices are starting monthly prices seen at last review and exclude taxes/fees. Always confirm the current price and channel lineup on the provider’s site.
Prices are starting prices and coverage varies by ZIP code — confirm the channels that carry Cleveland Browns games for your area first.
Where Cleveland Browns games air
Most Cleveland Browns games are on your Cleveland local CBS station — AFC matchups default to CBS — plus NBC Sunday nights, ESPN Monday nights and Prime Video on Thursdays. Only out-of-market Sunday-afternoon games need NFL Sunday Ticket. Full details: NFL streaming guide.
Step by step
- Confirm your Cleveland locals (especially CBS) are carried for your ZIP code.
- Pick a service above and start the plan — use a free trial first if offered.
- Install the app on your TV, streaming device, or phone.
- Open the live guide on game day and find the Cleveland Browns.
Frequently asked questions
What channel are Cleveland Browns games on?
Most Cleveland Browns games air on your local CBS station (AFC teams default to CBS), with Sunday night on NBC, Monday night on ESPN and Thursdays on Prime Video.
What is the cheapest way to watch the Cleveland Browns?
Among full-lineup services, Sling TV is usually cheapest at $40/mo, as long as it carries your Cleveland locals.
Do I need NFL Sunday Ticket to watch the Cleveland Browns?
Only outside the Cleveland market. Locally, Cleveland Browns games are on your broadcast stations. Sunday Ticket exists for out-of-market Sunday-afternoon games.