With the NFL season starting with Week 1, football fans in Canada are excitedly getting ready to see all the fun live on TV. Whether you’re a big fan or just enjoy the buzz of the game, knowing where and when to watch is important for feeling the thrill up close. From Sunday afternoon clashes to Monday Night Football, Canadian viewers have many choices to see their favorite teams compete on the field.
NFL Odds and the Week 1 Schedule
Week 1 of the NFL is always a looked-forward event, not just for the games but also for the NFL odds that emerge as bettors start sizing up teams. Whether you follow the odds or just watch for the fun of the game, Week 1 gives fans many matchups, some of which might shape the course of the season.
In Canada, NFL games are often shown on TSN, CTV, and RDS (for French broadcasts). These channels give a lot of coverage to the NFL throughout the season, making sure that fans can follow all the games, highlights and news as they take place. Bell Media, which is the main company of these channels, has the exclusive rights to show NFL games in Canada, so you don’t miss a single touchdown.
Key Matchups and Where to Watch
The NFL Week 1 plan is full of fun games. If you want to see your favorite team or watch one of the big games, here is how you can watch them:
Thursday Night Football:
Week 1 starts with a fun game on Thursday night, September 7. The champs from the Super Bo͏wl, the Kansas City Chiefs, go against the Detroit Lions. This game will be shown live on TSN beginning at 8:20 PM ET.
Sunday Slate of games:
Sunday, September 10, brings a whole day of football, starting with games at 1:00 PM ET. One of the best games to see is Cincinnati Bengals versus Cleveland Browns. You can watch this and other first-afternoon games on CTV and TSN.
Sunday Night Football:
Sunday night has a big game with the Dallas Cowboys and the New York Giants. It starts at 8:20 PM ET. TSN will show the game live so Canadian fans can watch one of the most awaited games of Week 1.
Monday Night Game:
Week 1 ends with Monday Night Game on September 11, when the Buffalo Bills meet up with the New York Jets. The match begins at 8:15 PM ET, and TSN will show the live stream. This match is very thrilling for Canadian fans since many have chosen the Bills as their team because of their closeness to the Canadian border.
Streaming Options for Canadian NFL Fans
For people who like to watch games online instead of on regular TV, there are a few choices out there. DAZN, a sports streaming service, gives NFL Game Pass in Canada which lets watchers see all NFL games live, counting playoffs and the Super Bowl. This is a good choice for folks who want to watch every game from the season without missing anything.
Also, TSN and CTV both give streaming with their own apps if you have a cable plan. These apps let you watch live NFL games anywhere, making sure you do not miss any part of the fun, whether you’re at home or out.
NFL RedZone: All the Action, All the Time
If you can’t pick just one game to watch, NFL RedZone is a great choice. You can get it through DAZN and some Canadian cable companies, NFL RedZone shows all games non-stop, changing between live plays when a team goes into the red zone (the last 20 yards before scoring). It’s an ideal way to watch all the thrilling parts from every Week 1 game.
Wrapping up, if you are watching on TSN, CTV, or streaming with DAZN, Canadian NFL fans have many ways to see all the Week 1 fun live. With exciting games, the favorite teams playing, and the NFL odds bringing more thrill to the mix, the start of the NFL season is sure to be memorable. So grab your snacks, find a good spot on the couch, and get ready for a weekend full of football!
