The NFL is taking its regular-season show “Down Under” for the first time, with the San Francisco 49ers and Los Angeles Rams set to meet at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground in Australia on Thursday Night Football.
The 2026-27 NFL regular season got underway Wednesday night, when the Seattle Seahawks edged the New England Patriots 13-10 in a Super Bowl rematch. It wasn’t exactly a polished Week 1 performance — and both Sam Darnold and Antonio Brown exited with injuries — but Seattle did enough to secure the win. Now the question shifts to the rest of the NFC West: who joins the Seahawks in the win column?
The stakes are already high for the 49ers and Rams, who both finished the 2025 regular season at 12-5. With the NFC West expected to be one of the league’s tightest divisions again, this Week 1 matchup has the feel of a game that could matter deep into the playoff race.
Fine, calling it a playoff game in September might be a stretch. But it’s still a major early-season test. From kickoff time and TV channel details to full live streaming information, here’s how to watch the Rams vs. 49ers Australia Thursday Night Football game online.
Is Thursday Night Football on Prime Video Tonight?
No, this one is not part of Amazon’s TNF schedule. Prime Video’s coverage begins next week, on September 17, when the Buffalo Bills host the Detroit Lions at 8:15 p.m. ET.
What Channel Is Thursday Night Football on Tonight?
The first Thursday night game of the 2026-27 regular season will stream live on Netflix. You can also stream tonight’s matchup on your phone or tablet via NFL+.
Is The 49ers-Rams Game Free For Netflix Subscribers?
Yes! The game is available to stream on Netflix at no additional cost to subscribers.
How To Watch Thursday’s 49ers-Rams Game Live On Netflix:
You can purchase Netflix for $8.99/month. Ad-free monthly options are also available for $19.99 (the Standard plan) or $26.99 (the Premium option).
Does Netflix Have a Free Trial?
Nope. Unfortunately, the streamer isn’t currently offering a free trial.
Thursday Night Football 2026 Schedule:
- Week 1: San Francisco 49ers vs. Los Angeles Rams (September 10 at 8:35 p.m. ET on Netflix)
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