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How to watch the AFC Championship in 2024
This post was written in partnership with DISH.
The NFL Divisional Round is over, and the stage is set to decide who will play in the Super Bowl. On the AFC side, the Baltimore Ravens are making their first trip to the AFC Championship since they won the Super Bowl in 2012. They’ll take on the Kansas City Chiefs, defending champs and no strangers to these high-stakes games, in their sixth consecutive trip to the conference championship.
If last week’s AFC matchups were any indication, we should be in for another thriller to decide who will punch their ticket to the Super Bowl. Will Patrick Mahomes take one step closer to cementing his legacy, or will Lamar Jackson prove he’s the real deal? You can watch at 3:00 p.m. ET Sunday, Jan. 28, when the game kicks off at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore.
Where to watch the AFC Championship Game
The AFC Championship will air on CBS at 3 p.m. ET on Sunday, Jan. 28. Paramount Plus subscribers can also stream the game directly through CBS’ over-the-top streaming platform. Here’s where you’ll find these options on the top streaming services.
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Watch on DISH (Our preferred streaming alternative)
This season, DISH is making it easy for those who prefer a more traditional satellite TV service to watch pro live network games. You can watch live coverage of many pro football games, including most on Wild Card Weekend, on your local channels, where you’ll find coverage for your local team. For a limited time, when new customers purchase America’s top 120 Plus, 200 or 250 packages, you’ll also get access to the Multi-Sport package with NFL Network, NFL RedZone and more channels for sports coverage.
Watch on DIRECTV STREAM
DIRECTV STREAM is always a great choice for watching live sports, whether you want to watch the AFC Championship or loads of other big-ticket events. The Entertainment plan, which costs $79.99 a month, includes local networks like CBS and Fox for both conference championships, plus more sports on key networks like ESPN, ESPN2 and Fox Sports 1 (FS1).
Streamers who want the full sports experience will probably want to upgrade to the Choice plan. For $108.99 a month, you’ll get more than 15 major national sports networks, plus regional sports networks (RSNs) in your area. DIRECTV STREAM even offers more sports, entertainment, and premium channels in its top-tier plans, which cost $119.99 to $164.99 per month. All plans include unlimited cloud DVR storage and no cap on simultaneous streams at home. The AFC Championship is the perfect time to check out DIRECTV STREAM's five-day free trial.
Watch on Fubo
DIRECTV STREAM has a lot of sports, but it still pales in comparison to Fubo’s lineup and pricing options. Fubo’s basic Pro plan starts at $79.99 a month and includes over 30 sports networks, including the NFC and AFC Championships, along with local RSNs. Even in this basic plan, you’ll get networks like ESPN, ESPN2, FS1, NFL Network, Big Ten Network, SEC Network, beIN Sports, and more, along with 1,000 hours of cloud DVR storage. Keep in mind that you’ll have to pay a market-specific regional sports fee of up to $14.99 a month.
Fubo offers loads of live sports add-ons in its plan upgrades and add-on options, so there are plenty of ways to beef up your plan. However, it doesn’t offer popular channels like TBS, TNT, TruTV, CNN and BBC, so those may leave some unexpected holes in your coverage. If you want to try it for yourself over Championship Weekend, Fubo offers a free trial of up to seven days.
Watch on Hulu + Live TV
Hulu + Live TV is designed for cord-cutters who want to get the best of on-demand and live TV streaming in one simple package. For $76.99 a month, it features more than 90 live TV channels, including the conference title games on CBS and Fox. You’ll have more than a dozen major sports networks, including ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU, FS1, NFL Network and CBS Sports Network. A few markets even feature RSNs.
On top of that, you’ll also have Disney Plus and Hulu’s on-demand library, along with loads of extra sports content and live coverage on ESPN Plus. You can also add a few more sports channels with the Sports Add-on. All Hulu + Live TV plans include unlimited cloud DVR storage and two simultaneous streams (so the non-football fans in your house have something to do during the big game). Unfortunately, there’s no Hulu + Live TV free trial, so you’ll have to sign up and pay for a month to watch the game.
Watch on YouTube TV
YouTube TV is our top pick for streamers who want to well-rounded, broad channel lineup that features plenty of live sports, news and entertainment. For only $72.99 a month, you get more than 110 of the most popular channels. You’ll have both the AFC and NFC Championship games, and you can watch plenty of other sports on networks like FS1, ESPN, NFL Network, Big Ten Network, TBS, TNT and more. YouTube TV offers the best free trial of any live TV service — you may be able to watch for up to 14 days at no charge.
Your plan comes with unlimited cloud DVR storage and three simultaneous streams, and there are countless add-ons you can use to customize it with more sports, premium content or news and entertainment channels. The biggest downside of YouTube TV is that it doesn’t offer any RSNs. If you want to watch your favorite local teams, you’ll either need to supplement your YouTube TV plan or check out Fubo or DIRECTV STREAM, both of which feature RSNs (for a higher price).
Watch on Paramount Plus
- Pricing begins at $5.99/mo
- Free trial currently available
- Includes a live feed of your local CBS station
Paramount Plus, formerly known as CBS All Acess, may have started as an over-the-top platform for on-demand content from CBS and its partner networks, but it’s evolved to include much more. Now, sports fans of all kinds can find a wide range of live action on the platform.
Football fans can find the AFC Championship and Super Bowl on Paramount Plus in 2024, and the service offers a one-week free trial if you want to give it a first look on Championship Weekend. Once you're online, you’ll find more than just NFL games. Paramount Plus is a haven for soccer fans, with live action from the UEFA Champions League, Italian Serie A, Women’s Super League and the National Women’s Soccer League, to name a few of the top featured leagues. You won’t find major networks or RSNs here, but Paramount Plus is a great option for the AFC Championship and extra soccer coverage.
FAQ
Who is playing in the AFC Championship game?
The 2024 AFC Championship will feature the Baltimore Ravens and the Kansas City Chiefs. This is the Raven’s first appearance in the conference finals since winning the Super Bowl in 2012, but the Chiefs have now made the AFC Championship for six consecutive years.
Who won the 2023 AFC Championship?
The Kansas City Chiefs beat the Cincinnati Bengals 23-20 in the 2023 AFC Championship. They went on to defeat the Philadelphia Eagles and Super Bowl LVII.
When is Super Bowl 2024?
Super Bowl LVIII is scheduled for Sunday, Feb. 11, 2024, at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. The game kicks off at 6:30 p.m. ET and the halftime show will feature Usher. This year’s Super Bowl will air on CBS and Paramount Plus.
