Last verified: August 2, 2026
Game: New England Patriots at Seattle Seahawks
Date: Wednesday, September 9, 2026
Kickoff: 8:20 p.m. ET / 5:20 p.m. PT
Venue: Seattle, Washington
US television and streaming: NBC, Peacock and Telemundo
The 2026 NFL season opens with the New England Patriots visiting the Super Bowl LX champion Seattle Seahawks on Wednesday, September 9. Kickoff is scheduled for 8:20 p.m. Eastern / 5:20 p.m. Pacific.
US viewers can watch the Super Bowl rematch on NBC, stream it on Peacock, or use an authenticated television subscription through NBCSports.com or the NBC Sports app. Telemundo provides Spanish-language coverage. A local NBC station received over the air with an antenna is the confirmed no-subscription option where reception is available.
Patriots vs Seahawks start time
| Location | Local kickoff | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Seattle / US Pacific | 5:20 p.m. PDT | Wednesday, September 9 |
| US Mountain | 6:20 p.m. MDT | Wednesday, September 9 |
| US Central | 7:20 p.m. CDT | Wednesday, September 9 |
| US Eastern | 8:20 p.m. EDT | Wednesday, September 9 |
| United Kingdom | 1:20 a.m. BST | Thursday, September 10 |
| Central Europe | 2:20 a.m. CEST | Thursday, September 10 |
The NFL announced the 8:20 p.m. ET kickoff on its official 2026 opener page. NBC's 2026 Sunday Night Football schedule confirms the Patriots-Seahawks matchup, date and platforms.
This game is on Wednesday rather than the usual Thursday opening night. Recheck the official listings on game day in case the pregame start or programming schedule changes.
Viewing options at a glance
| Option | Current price checked August 2 | What it includes for this game |
|---|---|---|
| Local NBC station with antenna | No subscription fee after equipment | Live English-language broadcast where the local signal is receivable |
| Peacock Premium | $10.99/month or $109.99/year, plus tax | Live game with ads on supported devices |
| Peacock Premium Plus | $16.99/month or $169.99/year, plus tax | Live game; live sports still contain ads despite the plan's broader ad reduction |
| TV provider carrying NBC | Varies | NBC broadcast plus authenticated NBCSports.com/NBC Sports app stream where included |
| Telemundo / Universo | Varies by provider and market | Spanish-language coverage; confirm the local channel listing |
| NFL+ | $6.99/month or $49.99/year | Live local and primetime games on phones and tablets only |
| NFL+ Premium | $14.99/month or $99.99/year | Same mobile live access plus full, condensed and All-22 replays on supported devices |
Prices can change. App-store or third-party billing may add fees, and taxes depend on location. Check the final checkout screen before subscribing.
How to watch the NFL Kickoff Game in the US
Watch on NBC with an antenna or TV provider
NBC carries Patriots-Seahawks nationally. If a local NBC affiliate reaches your home, an indoor or outdoor antenna can receive the game without a streaming subscription. Reception depends on distance, terrain, building materials, antenna placement and the station serving your address.
Run a channel scan before game day and test the station during another live program. An antenna is not an internet stream and cannot guarantee reception at every address.
Cable, satellite and live-TV streaming packages that include the viewer's local NBC station are another route. Channel availability varies by ZIP code, so confirm that the provider's local-channel list names NBC before paying.
NBC says authenticated pay-TV customers can also stream its NFL games through NBCSports.com and the NBC Sports app on desktops, phones, tablets and connected televisions.
Stream on Peacock
Peacock streams the 2026 NFL Kickoff Game live. The lowest standard Peacock plan that includes live sports is Premium. Peacock Select is cheaper but excludes sports, so it will not carry this game.
Peacock's current direct-billing prices are:
- Premium: $10.99 per month or $109.99 per year
- Premium Plus: $16.99 per month or $169.99 per year
Both tiers include live sports. Premium Plus reduces advertising in much of the catalog, but Peacock states that live sports and events still contain ads. The official Peacock plans page shows the current plans and renewal prices.
Peacock allows up to three concurrent streams per account. Its supported-device list includes current web browsers, iPhone and iPad, Android devices, Fire TV, Roku, Apple TV, Chromecast and Google TV, many Samsung, LG, Vizio and Hisense smart TVs, PlayStation and Xbox. Device model and operating-system minimums apply; check Peacock's official supported-device list before subscribing.
Peacock is available in the United States and certain US territories. It is not a general international NFL service. Use the licensed broadcaster for the country where you are physically watching.
Watch in Spanish
NBC says Telemundo Deportes will present its complete 2026 Sunday Night Football package, including the kickoff game, across Telemundo/Universo and Peacock. Games are also available through the Telemundo app according to NBC's announcement.
The exact linear channel can depend on market and provider. Check the Telemundo or Universo listing for September 9 and open the Spanish feed early enough to verify the audio selection.
Can you watch Patriots vs Seahawks with NFL+?
Yes, but the live-device restriction matters. NFL+ includes live local and primetime regular-season games only on phones and tablets. It is not a way to put the live kickoff game on a connected TV.
Current direct NFL+ prices are:
- NFL+: $6.99 per month or $49.99 per year
- NFL+ Premium: $14.99 per month or $99.99 per year
NFL+ Premium adds full-game, condensed and All-22 replays across supported devices after the game. NFL says replays become available shortly after the final whistle. The league's NFL+ comparison page explains the mobile live limit and replay access, while its official pricing help page lists the current prices.
Choose Peacock or a service carrying NBC if you need the live game on a television. Choose NFL+ Premium if complete postgame replays and All-22 film are the main goal.
Is there a free Patriots vs Seahawks stream?
There is a legitimate no-subscription route: watch the NBC broadcast over the air with an antenna where a local affiliate is receivable. The antenna itself and any installation cost are separate, but the broadcast does not require a monthly television package.
No nationwide, complete, licensed online stream was confirmed as free at verification time. Peacock Premium is a paid subscription, and NFL+ is paid. Promotional offers can be temporary, account-specific and set to renew automatically, so read the checkout terms rather than relying on an old free-trial claim.
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How to watch outside the United States
NBC and Peacock details in this guide apply to the United States. NFL rights differ by country, and Peacock says a device must be physically located in its supported US territory to stream.
Before paying for a service abroad:
- Open the NFL's official ways-to-watch information for your country.
- Confirm that Patriots-Seahawks appears in the local service's September 9 or September 10 schedule.
- Check the local kickoff date because the game starts after midnight in Europe.
- Confirm whether access is live, delayed, mobile-only or replay-only.
- Verify the price, renewal date, language feed and supported devices at checkout.
Do not assume that a US subscription travels with the same sports rights. Use the broadcaster licensed for the location where you are watching rather than attempting to bypass territorial controls.
Set up the stream before kickoff
- Confirm the game tile or local NBC listing on the device you will actually use.
- Update the Peacock, NBC Sports, Telemundo or NFL app.
- Sign in and test ordinary live or on-demand video.
- If using an antenna, rescan channels and test your NBC affiliate at the same time of day.
- Stop large downloads and unnecessary 4K streams on the home network.
- Open the live coverage 15 to 20 minutes before kickoff.
- Keep the official NFL schedule page available in case of a late programming notice.
Start2Watch's internet speed guide for HD and 4K streaming can help size the connection for a busy household. If the feed stalls or drops quality, follow the stream buffering diagnostic. Fire TV viewers can use the Firestick Wi-Fi connected but no internet guide when the device joins Wi-Fi but cannot load content.
Patriots vs Seahawks 2026 FAQs
What time is the 2026 NFL Kickoff Game?
Kickoff is scheduled for 8:20 p.m. ET / 5:20 p.m. PT on Wednesday, September 9. In the United Kingdom it is 1:20 a.m. BST on Thursday, September 10.
Who plays in the NFL Kickoff Game in 2026?
The New England Patriots visit the Seattle Seahawks in a rematch of Super Bowl LX.
What channel is Patriots vs Seahawks on?
NBC carries the English-language US broadcast. Telemundo Deportes provides Spanish-language coverage across Telemundo/Universo and Peacock.
Is the NFL Kickoff Game on Peacock?
Yes. Peacock streams the game live. Premium is the lowest regular Peacock tier that includes live sports; Select excludes sports.
Can I watch the game for free with an antenna?
Yes, where a local NBC affiliate is receivable. Channel availability and signal strength depend on the viewer's address and antenna setup.
Can I watch live on a TV with NFL+?
No. NFL+ live local and primetime regular-season games are limited to phones and tablets. NFL+ Premium replays are available across supported devices after the game.
Is a replay available?
NFL+ Premium includes full, condensed and All-22 replays of every game across supported devices. Peacock may retain event video, but the official material reviewed for this guide does not promise a permanent full-game replay window, so do not buy Peacock solely for replay access without checking the event tile.
How many devices can stream Peacock at once?
Peacock permits up to three concurrent streams per account.
Verification and update policy
This guide was verified on August 2, 2026 using official NFL, NBC Sports, Peacock and NFL+ sources for the matchup, kickoff time, US platforms, Spanish coverage, prices, supported devices, concurrent streams, mobile restrictions and replay options.
Start2Watch will recheck the kickoff time, local listings, Peacock prices, device requirements, NFL+ terms and replay availability within 48 hours of the game. Material changes will be corrected and the visible verification date updated.
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