NBC Sports has officially ended as of January 2022. But most of its programming, like the Premier League, has shifted over to USA Network, with some content available on Peacock.
You can still watch NBC Sports content on USA Network live without cable with one of these streaming services: Peacock, Sling TV, Fubo, Hulu With Live TV, DirecTV Stream or YouTube TV. Peacock is also going to be a must-have if you want full coverage for the Premier League and other top sports. In this article, we’ll help you decide which option is best for you. Let’s get started!
Wondering what you can watch on USA Network right now? Check the schedule for the Premier League and more by taking a look at the Flixed TV Guide for USA. This guide lets you see a full overview of what’s airing on USA Network for the next week.
NBC Sports no longer exists as of January 2022
NBC Sports has been removed from all providers as of January 2022. NBC made the decision to shut it down and spread its content through USA Network, as well as their new Peacock streaming service.
That means you can't watch NBC Sports without cable in 2022. However, in this article, we'll go over some of the ways you can watch things like the Premier League without cable, using USA Network and Peacock.
Peacock
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Peacock is the new home of most of the sports content shown on NBCSN, such as the Premier League. This means it's a must-have if you love soccer and other sports that previously aired on NBCSN.
Peacock currently offers two different subscription tiers, Premium and Premium Plus. You can learn more about those here.
As far as simultaneous streams go, you can watch on up to 3 devices at once. And Peacock supports most of the best streaming devices, including iOS, Android, web browsers, Amazon Fire, Roku, Chromecast, and more.
If you'd like to try it, give the Premium account a try. And if you like the service, you can upgrade to a Premium Plus account to get access to ad-free content, downloadable titles, and 24/7 live NBC coverage.
To read our review on Peacock, click here.
Sling TV
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Sling TV has a strange and difficult-to-understand pricing system. However, it’s a great way to stream USA Network without cable, and it’s the cheapest method of doing so on our list. It's hard to beat Sling TV for cost effectiveness when it comes to watching NBC Sports content on USA Network.
Sling TV presents affordable choices through its "Blue" and "Orange" packages, both the same price. The "Blue" package features USA Network, Fox Sports, the NFL Network, TNT, and more. On the other hand, the "Orange" package caters to different channels and is required for ESPN access. You can also combine both packages with Sling Orange+Blue.
Sling Orange
$20 off your first month
- 30+ channels
- ESPN
- Stream on one device
$45.99/month
Sling Blue
$20 off your first month
- 40+ channels
- Local channels in select cities
- News and entertainment
- Stream on three screens
$45.99/month
Sling Orange & Blue
$20 off your first month
- General cable replacement
- 45+ channels
- Stream on three screens
$60.99/month
Sling TV is supported on various devices, including Amazon Fire, iOS/Android devices, Apple TV, Roku, and more. Streaming simultaneously varies; the "Blue" plan allows three devices, the "Orange" plan permits one, and Orange+Blue can give you four, technically. Read more about that here.
Sling TV enhances its service with a built-in DVR offering 10 hours of free storage. An upgrade option, priced at $5/month, boosts storage to 50 hours.
the platform's on-demand library enriches user experience with a diverse range of content, including recent shows, select TV show past seasons, and a variety of movies. The Flixed TV Guide for Sling TV lets you check out Sling TV's programming for the upcoming week.
Check out our Sling review for more info.
Fubo
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Fubo is probably the best way to watch NBC Sports without cable on USA Network if you’re a soccer fan. From the start, Fubo has focused on soccer streaming. Even though its bundle of channels now includes quite a few entertainment channels like Nat Geo and FXX, it definitely still shows a bias towards sports – soccer in particular.
Fubo has three main English plans to choose from—Pro, Elite, and Premier. Check out the full plan breakdown here.
Fubo Pro
Try 7 days free
- 1000 hours of cloud DVR
- Stream on ten screens
- 180+ channels
$84.99/month
Fubo Elite
Try 7 days free
- Stream on ten screens
- 1000 hours of cloud DVR
- 250+ channels
- HD and 4K video quality
$94.99/month
Fubo Premier
Try 7 days free
- Stream on ten screens
- 250+ channels
- HD and 4K video quality
- 1000 hours of cloud DVR
- Showtime included
$109.99/month
Fubo offers a wide range of sports channels, including NBCSN, NBA TV, CBS Sports, beIN Sports, Fox Soccer Plus, and Fox Sports channels. It also hosts a vast array of other channels and on-demand content. The Flixed TV Guide for Fubo provides a comprehensive view of shows, movies, sports events, and more spanning its 160+ channels.
The platform supports multiple devices including web browsers, iOS, Android, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Roku, and Chromecast, among others. Streaming is available on three devices simultaneously, with options to upgrade for more streams. Read more about their simultaneous streams here.
Using a cloud-based DVR, Fubo offers free recording of up to 250 hours of programming. More storage options are available for those seeking more space.
Read more of our thoughts on Fubo in our review.
Hulu With Live TV
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Hulu With Live TV provides you with access to a variety of live streaming cable networks, including USA Network, as well as the entire library of Hulu VOD content.
Hulu With Live TV offers a single channel package, with the choice between ad-supported or ad-free subscription tiers. A detailed breakdown of the plans is available here.
Hulu (with ads)
Get 3 HULU, DISNEY Plus, ESPN
- Stream on two screens
- Big movies
- Hit TV shows
- On demand content
$9.99/month
Hulu (no ads)
Get 3 HULU, DISNEY Plus, ESPN
- Stream on two screens
- Big movies
- Hit TV shows
- On demand content
- No ads
$18.99/month
Hulu Live TV only
- 90+ live channels
- Stream on two screens
$81.99/month
Hulu Live TV (with ads)
Disney+ and ESPN+ included
- Stream on two screens
- ESPN+ and Disney+ included
- On demand content
- 90+ live channels
$82.99/month
Hulu Live TV (some ads)
Disney+ and ESPN+ included
- Stream on two screens
- ESPN+ and Disney+ included
- On demand content
- 90+ live channels
$87.99/month
Hulu Live TV (no ads)
Disney+ and ESPN+ included
- Stream on two screens
- ESPN+ and Disney+ included
- On demand content
- 90+ live channels
$95.99/month
The platform features channels including USA Network, ESPN, CBS Sports, Fox Sports 1 & 2, and NBC Golf. A complete list of channels can be found here.
To see what’s on Hulu With Live TV this week, check out our Flixed TV Guide for Hulu With Live TV. Each Live TV subscription also includes ad-supported access to Hulu's on-demand library at no additional cost.
Hulu With Live TV supports most devices, like web browsers, iOS and Android, Roku, Chromecast, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Xbox One and 360 consoles, the Nintendo Switch, and select LG and Samsung smart TVs. Streaming on two devices concurrently is standard, with the option to unlock unlimited device streaming for a fee.
The DVR feature provides 50 hours of storage, upgradable to 200 hours with commercial skipping for $9.99, combined with the Unlimited Screens add-on for $14.99/month.
Check out our Hulu With Live TV review here.
DirecTV Stream
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If you want to watch NBC Sports on USA Network without cable, DirecTV Stream is a reasonably good choice, but it’s a bit more expensive than the competition if you opt for a contract-free package.
You can get access to USA Network through DirecTV Stream’s Entertainment package, but the Choice plan or higher is needed for local NBC Sports RSNs. Other channel offerings include ESPN, Fox Sports 1 and 2, MSNBC, Fox News, CNN, HGTV, FX, and Comedy Central. Check out our Flixed TV Guide for DirecTV Stream for more info.
DirecTV Stream Entertainment
Try 5 days free
- 75+ channels
- Stream on unlimited devices at home
- Unlimited DVR space
$84.99/month
DirecTV Stream Optimo Mas
- 100+ live TV channels
- Spanish and English programming
- Three months of Max free
- Unlimited DVR space
$86.99/month
DirecTV Stream Choice
Try 5 days free
- 105+ live channels
- Unlimited DVR space
- Includes regional sports networks
- Three months of Max free
$114.99/month
DirecTV Stream Ultimate
Try 5 days free
- 140+ live channels
- Unlimited DVR space
- Includes regional sports networks
- Three months of Max free
$129.99/month
DirecTV Stream Premier
- Unlimited DVR space
- 150+ channels
- Includes Max Cinemax SHOWTIME and STARZ
- Includes regional sports networks
$169.99/month
DirecTV Stream supports web browsers, iOS and Android devices, Amazon Fire TV, Chromecast, Roku, Apple TV, and more. You can also stream on up to 20 devices simultaneously, making it ideal for larger households or families.
The DVR service offers 20 hours of storage for non-contract subscribers, which you can upgrade to 500 hours for a fee, while contract subscribers automatically receive 500 hours with a 90-day content limit. The platform’s on-demand library also features a ton of shows and movies and includes a free 1-year Max subscription for Choice or higher plans.
Read our DirecTV Stream review here.
YouTube TV
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YouTube TV combines a great list of channels and some of the best features in the industry, making it one of our top picks to watch NBC Sports on USA Network without cable.
YouTube TV offers one package that gives you access to over 100 channels, including NBCSN, ESPN, Fox Sports, and even more sports, news, and entertainment channels. You can read more about their plan and pricing here.
YouTube TV Spanish
Only $24.99 for the first 6 months
- Unlimited DVR space
- 6 accounts to share at home
- Stream on three screens
- 30+ Spanish channels
$34.99/month
YouTube TV
Only $54.99 for the first 3 months
- Unlimited DVR space
- 6 accounts for one price
- Stream on three screens
- 100+ live TV channels
$72.99/month
For a closer look at what YouTube TV provides, turn to the Flixed TV Guide for YouTube TV. This guide previews programming across its 100+ channels for a week, helping you decide if it’s the right fit for you.
Beyond content, YouTube TV works with a variety of devices, from iOS and Android to gaming consoles and Smart TVs. You can also stream on up to 3 devices at a time similar to Sling TV's Blue package. Check out more on their simultaneous streams here.
YouTube TV offers an impressive DVR service with unlimited storage for recordings in Google's cloud for 9 months. The user-friendly interface makes it easy to explore the on-demand library, including new episodes, past seasons of favorite shows, and a selection of movies.
Read our YouTube TV review for more details.
How to watch local NBC Sports channels
You may find yourself needing certain channels for specific sporting events in your area. Unlike the main NBC Sports channel, these regional sports networks (RSNs) are still available. Luckily we have guides outlining all the regional sports networks. Here are some for NBC Sports:
- How to Watch NBC Sports Philadelphia
- How to Watch NBC Sports Bay Area
- How To Watch NBC Sports California
- How to Watch NBC Sports Chicago
How to watch NBC Sports on USA Network with Roku
You can watch NBC Sports content on USA Network with Roku with one of these streaming services: Fubo, Hulu With Live TV, Sling TV, DirecTV Stream or YouTube TV. Peacock is also an option. Add the appropriate channel from the Roku Channel Store, and enjoy.
How to watch NBC Sports on USA Network with Apple TV
You can watch NBC Sports content on USA Network on Apple TV with one of these streaming services: Fubo, Hulu With Live TV, Sling TV, DirecTV Stream or YouTube TV. Peacock is also an option. Just head to the App Store now, download the app for the service you’re using, and enjoy.
How to watch NBC Sports on USA Network with Amazon Fire TV
You can watch NBC Sports content on USA on Amazon Fire TV with one of these streaming services: Fubo, Hulu With Live TV, Sling TV, DirecTV Stream or YouTube TV. Peacock is also an option. Download the app for the service you’ve subscribed to from the Amazon App Store, install it, and you’ll be ready to watch The Premier League and other top NBC Sports content on Amazon Fire TV.
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