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From my perspective, watching some of the NFL’s best players compete against each other during Pro Bowl weekend is a highlight leading up to the Super Bowl. The upcoming festivities are scheduled for two days in early February 2024 – Thursday the 1st and Sunday the 4th.

In a hurry? If you want to stream the Pro Bowl, you just need access to ABC, ESPN, or Disney XD. The following services offer at least one of these and much more:

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Although the NFL takes a week off between the conference title games and the Super Bowl, it doesn’t mean that the league shuts down completely.

During that week, the league holds its annual Pro Bowl, which is an all-star game that typically pits the best players from the AFC against the best players from the NFC.

All About the Pro Bowl

Until 2015, the Pro Bowl was played after the Super Bowl at Aloha Stadium in Honolulu.

The game was moved to the week between the conference title games and the Super Bowl in an effort to revive stagnant television ratings. Being played after the Super Bowl was generally seen as anti-climatic. Additionally, the game has become less of a spectacle as top players are (understandably) more worried about getting hurt than representing their teams.

The game is also now played in the continental United States in an effort to make it more relevant. This move also results in less travel time for players and coaches involved in the game.

Fans get a chance to vote for who will start the game while coaches and players decide who will fill out the rosters for the game. This has led fans, members of the media, and others to deride the process as little more than a popularity contest.

2024 Pro Bowl

The 2024 Pro Bowl consists of two parts: Thursday Skills Showdown and Sunday Pro Bowl Games Championship.

Thursday Skills Showdown

• Date: Thursday, February 1st
• Time: 7:00 pm EST
• Channel: ESPN

Sunday Pro Bowl Games Championship

• Date: Sunday, February 4th
• Time: 3:00 pm EST
• Channels: ESPN, ABC, Disney XD, ESPN Deportes
• Announcers:
  • Play-by-play: Scott Van Pelt
  • Analysis: Dan Orlovsky
  • Sideline: Marcus Spears, Ryan Clark, Michelle Beisner-Buck

The Sunday game will also stream directly on ESPN+ and NFL+. It will be held at the Camping World Stadium in Orlando, FL — longtime home of the Citrus Bowl.

And if you can’t watch the game on television, you can listen to it on Westwood One radio.

How to Watch the Pro Bowl

The NFL has made it very easy to watch the Pro Bowl.

Live TV Streaming Services

Almost all the major streaming services provide at least one of ABC, ESPN, and Disney XD. Most provide all three.

Fubo: Every Pro Bowl Channel and More

The Fubo Pro package is $79.99/month and comes with ABC, Disney XD, and ESPN. You get all the local channels, a good selection of general channels, and well over 35 sports-oriented channels (CBS Sports Network, FS1, FS2, TUDN, and beIN Sports to name a few).

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For more information, see our Fubo review.

DIRECTV STREAM: Full Cable Replacement for the Pro Bowl

The channels that you need to watch the NFL’s all-star game can be had for $86.99/month. In addition, the DirecTV Entertainment package comes with roughly 75 other channels including all the local affiliates. If you upgrade to the Choice plan ($114.99/month), you gain access to DIRECTV STREAM’s outstanding regional sports networks selection.

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See our DIRECTV STREAM review for more.

2024 Pro Bowl on Sling TV

You get ESPN and 30+ other channels with Sling Orange for $45.99/month. This plan also includes the Disney Channel but to get Disney SD, you need to add Kids Extra for $6/mo more.

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You can’t get ABC directly from Sling. However, Sling TV offers a great deal of an HD antenna and AirTV 2 unit for just $49.99 if you sign-up for 3 months. This allows you to watch all your local channels long with your streaming channels inside the Sling TV app.

Get more information in our Sling TV review, and check out our guide to watching the Super Bowl on Sling.

Hulu + Live TV for 2024 Pro Bowl

Hulu + Live TV is $82.99/month and comes with all the channels that are broadcasting this year’s Pro Bowl. It comes with a total of 85+ channels with a wide range to please everyone in the house. And, of course, you get the amazing Hulu on-demand library. Finally, you get Disney+ and ESPN+.

Get Hulu + Live TV Free

See our Hulu + Live TV review for more details.

YouTube TV

YouTube TV starts at $82.99/month and offers ESPN, ABC and Disney XD. It’s a good all-around streaming service, similar to Hulu + Live TV.

See our YouTube TV review for more about it.

Antenna

Although ESPN and Disney XD are both premium cable channels that can’t be accessed with an antenna, ABC broadcasts its signal over the air (OTA). This means that you will be able to watch the game on this channel if you live reasonably close to a local ABC affiliate broadcast tower. And that is true of most people.

Don’t discount antennas. Since OTA TV went digital, it provides crystal clear HD signals. Most people will be able to watch with a small indoor antenna. If you are further out, you might need to set up an outdoor antenna.

See our HD antenna guide for all the information on doing this. It’s really quite easy.

Streaming Devices for Watching the Pro Bowl

The days of huddling around a computer terminal to stream sports are over. Not that you can’t do that. All the streaming services work in web browsers, so if that’s your thing, have at it.

All the major streaming services support Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Roku, Chromecast, iOS, and Android mobile

Samsung smart TVs are supported by all. LG smart TVs and Xbox gaming systems are supported by Sling TV, Fubo, and Hulu + Live TV. Vizio is supported by Fubo and Hulu. The PlayStation is supported by Hulu.

See the individual streaming reviews for complete details.

Our Choice

After testing a variety of streaming services, I found Fubo to be the best option for watching the Pro Bowl. It offers a reliable, high-quality streaming experience with access to all the necessary channels like ESPN, ABC, and Disney XD, along with over 35 additional sports networks—perfect for anyone who loves sports. The user interface is easy to navigate, and its DVR features are solid for recording any moments you might miss. Fubo stands out with a comprehensive sports package, and it provides better international access for global fans. It’s a great value for anyone wanting a hassle-free, all-in-one sports streaming solution.

FAQs

Do players in the Super Bowl play in the Pro Bowl?

Individuals who represent teams scheduled to play in the Super Bowl are not eligible to play in the Pro Bowl. If a player who is selected to the Pro Bowl is not able to play, an alternate will be named. In the event that the alternate cannot play, a second alternate will be appointed to take that person’s place. This process continues until someone accepts an invitation to take part in this event.

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Frank was the Senior Content Editor at Hotdog.com and an expert in sports streaming, specializing in out-of-market games and regional sports networks.

A passionate cord-cutter and longtime subscriber to numerous streaming services, Frank has first-hand experience navigating the complexities of sports streaming.

With a PhD in Atmospheric Physics from the Oregon Graduate Institute and a professional background in early streaming technology, Frank combines deep technical insight with practical, real-world knowledge.

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