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The 2024 College Football Playoff is almost here, pitting — for the first time — 12 of the nation’s best programs against each other. Among the favorites to win the trophy are No. 1 Oregon, No. 2 Georgia, No. 3 Boise State, and No. 4 Arizona State.
At a Glance: How to Watch the 2024 College Football Playoff
Stream: DirecTV Stream, Hulu + Live TV, Sling, Fubo
TV Channel: ESPN, ABC, TNT
Dates: Dec. 20-Jan. 20
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Below is everything you need to know about how to watch the 2024 College Football Playoff without cable, plus a full schedule of the NCAAF tournament.
How to Watch the College Football Playoff Online
College Football Playoff games will air live on ESPN, ABC, and TNT. The best way to watch every game is with a live TV streaming service that carries all three channels. Below is a breakdown of your best options.
DirecTV Stream
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With ESPN, ABC, and TNT in all of its packages, DirecTV Stream is a great choice for streaming the College Football Playoff. Subscriptions start with a five-day free trial and plans begin at $86.99 per month.
Hulu + Live TV
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Hulu + Live TV carries ESPN and includes access to Disney+ and ESPN+. The bundle service costs $82.99 per month after a three-day free trial.
Sling
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Sling’s Orange plan includes ESPN, ABC, and TNT in its Orange + Blue plan. This package costs $33 for your first month and then $66 a month afterward. Sling does not currently offer a free trial.
Fubo
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Fubo offers ESPN and ABC (but not TNT), making it another good option for streaming the CFP. It includes a seven-day free trial, and packages start at $79.99 per month after that.
Stream the College Football Playoff for Free
To stream College Football Playoff games for free, take advantage of the free trials offered by DirecTV Stream, Fubo, and Hulu + Live TV. Remember to cancel before the trial period ends to avoid charges.
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College Football Playoff Dates and Start Times
Here’s the full College Football Playoff schedule:
First Round
Friday, Dec. 20, 2024
Indiana at Notre Dame – 8 p.m. ET on ABC/ESPN
Saturday, Dec. 21, 2024
SMU at Penn State – noon p.m. ET on TNT
Clemson at Texas – 4 p.m. ET on TNT
Tennessee at Ohio State – 8 p.m. ET on ABC/ESPN
Quarterfinals
Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2024
Fiesta Bowl – 4 p.m. ET on ESPN
Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025
Peach Bowl – 1 p.m. ET on ESPN
Rose Bowl – 5:00 p.m. ET on ESPN
Sugar Bowl – 8:45 p.m. ET on ESPN
Semifinals
Thursday, Jan. 9, 2025
Orange Bowl – 7:30 p.m. ET on ESPN
Friday, Jan. 10, 2025
Cotton Bowl Classic – 7:30 p.m. ET on ESPN
National Championship
Monday, Jan. 13, 2025
Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta, GA – 7:30 p.m. ET on ESPN
