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how to watch bills vs broncos

The Bills vs. Broncos AFC Divisional Round game on Saturday, January 17, 2026, kicks off at 4:30 p.m. ET and is televised nationally on CBS, with streaming options through services that carry CBS plus NFL-specific platforms.

Basic watch options

  • Traditional TV:
    • CBS is the primary broadcast channel for Bills vs. Broncos in the U.S., starting at 4:30 p.m. ET (2:30 p.m. MT) from Empower Field at Mile High in Denver.
* If you have cable, satellite, or a live-TV package that includes your local CBS affiliate, you can watch the game there.
  • Streaming with live TV bundles:
    • Services that carry local CBS stations in most markets (for example, popular sports-focused streaming bundles) will show the game live as part of their CBS feed.
* Many of these offer short free-trial periods around major NFL playoff weekends, which can be useful if you do not usually subscribe.

App and subscription options

  • Network apps and platforms:
    • The game is available on the CBS family of platforms, including the network’s main streaming app under its current brand (formerly CBS All Access), in markets where local rights permit.
* You generally need either a standalone subscription to that app or sign in with your TV provider credentials.
  • NFL-focused streaming:
    • The matchup is also listed to stream on NFL’s own subscription service, allowing live viewing on mobile devices and tablets, subject to your location and subscription tier.
* You can download the NFL app from the Apple App Store or Google Play and log in with a paid account to access the game where available.

Local vs. out-of-market viewers

  • If you’re in the Bills or Broncos home markets:
    • Your local CBS station should carry the game over the air, which means you can often watch free with a basic HD antenna if you are within range of the transmitter.
* Live-TV streaming services that include local channels in Buffalo or Denver will mirror that CBS broadcast.
  • If you’re outside both markets (U.S. national):
    • Because this is an AFC Divisional Round playoff game, CBS holds the national rights; the broadcast should be available on CBS in most regions, not just Buffalo or Denver.
* A national CBS feed via a live-TV streaming bundle or the network’s own streaming app will typically show the same production.

International and mobile watching

  • International broadcasts:
    • Major sports networks outside the U.S., such as ESPN’s regional channels and other international NFL partners, list the Bills vs. Broncos Divisional Round game on their schedules, though exact channels vary by country.
* In many countries, the league’s global streaming products (for example, international game pass equivalents) are the primary way to watch every playoff game, including Bills vs. Broncos.
  • Watching on phone or tablet:
    • Mobile viewers can stream through the CBS-branded app, the NFL app with the appropriate subscription, or any live-TV streaming service’s app that carries CBS in their region.
* Make sure to sign in ahead of kickoff and test your stream, since playoff games often attract heavy traffic.

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