How to Stream Lions vs 49ers Live Free — in the U.S.

There are options, other than subscription services and cable TV, to live stream Lions vs. 49ers on Sunday... sports betting sites! We break down the best sports betting site to watch the NFC Championship Game tonight for U.S. residents.

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Chris Vasile • Publishing Editor
Jan 28, 2024 • 08:05 ET • 4 min read
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The San Francisco 49ers were one of the best teams all season long and after surviving a scare in the Divisional Round, enter the NFC Championship game as -7.5 point home favorites over the visiting Detroit Lions. 

Can Brock Purdy continue to prove the doubters wrong? Or will the Detroit Lions pull off the upset which would send them to their first Super Bowl?

While there are a number of different subscription-based TV channels and streaming services available to watch this game... did you know that you can also live stream Lions/49ers directly from legal sports betting sites?

FanDuel, Caesars, BetRivers, and Fanatics Sportsbook are four of our most trusted NFL betting sites — and the only platforms that offer NFL live streaming for eligible U.S. customers. Read on for more details on for each of their NFL live streaming options... plus the best sign-up offer in case you don't have an account with them already!

How to stream Lions vs 49ers on FanDuel Sportsbook

Bet $5+ on the moneyline, win $150 in bonus bets if your team wins

FanDuel, one of the most popular sportsbooks in the US, added the ability to watch and bet on every TNF, MNF, and select Sunday games in their app during the 2023 season.

To view, just click on the Lions/49ers matchup within the app and place a bet on the game. In addition to being able to view the NFL odds and place more live bets on the action, you will also be able to watch along and find the best edges for your Lions vs. 49ers predictions.

Read our detailed FanDuel Sportsbook review to learn more about the site's NFL betting options, key features, customer service, and withdrawal options.

How to stream Lions vs 49ers on Caesars Sportsbook

Up to $1,000 back in second-chance bets

Code: COVERSBONUS1000

Caesars became the sportsbook to stream select NFL action in the U.S. when it launched its "Watch & Bet" capabilities for select regular and postseason games in December 2022. It has since upgraded its offering to feature "BetVision" an integrated viewing platform that allows users to access bet slips, live odds, and more in the video player.

To view, just click on the Lions/49ers game within the app, and in addition to being able to view the NFL odds and place live bets on the action, you will also be able to watch along and find the best edges for your Lions vs. 49ers predictions!

Read our detailed Caesars Sportsbook review to learn more about the site's NFL betting options, key features, customer service, and withdrawal options.

How to stream Lions vs 49ers on Fanatics Sportsbook

Bet $5, get $200 in bonus bets

Fanatics has been live-streaming nationally televised NFL games, as well as local regionalized contests, in its active U.S. markets (Massachusetts, Maryland, Ohio, Tennessee, and Kentucky) since the start of the 2023 season, but it officially announced the offering ahead of Week 4, with a "BetVision" experience that combines live streams with integrated bet slips, statistical insights, and more within a single interactive player.

To view, click on the Lions/49ers game within the app, place a bet on the game (minimum 10 cents), and click on the little red "Play Button" —  in addition to being able to view the NFL odds and place more live bets on the action, you will also be able to watch along and find the best edges for your Lions vs. 49ers predictions!

Read our detailed Fanatics Sportsbook review to learn more about the site's NFL betting options, key features, customer service, and withdrawal options.

How to stream Lions vs 49ers on BetRivers

Up to $500 back in second-chance bets

Code: COVERSBONUS

Caesars was the first, but now BetRivers is also offering live streams on NFL action in the U.S., with an integrated "BetVision" viewing pane where users can watch, bet, and even get alerts — from one screen!

To view, just click on the Lions/49ers game within the app, and in addition to being able to view the NFL odds and place live bets on the action, you will also be able to watch along and find the best edges for your Lions vs. 49ers predictions!

Read our detailed BetRivers review to learn more about the site's NFL betting options, key features, customer service, and withdrawal options.

Is it legal to stream Lions vs 49ers live on sportsbooks in the U.S.?

Yes, registered users in the United States can stream Lions vs. 49ers tonight on FanDuel, Caesars Sportsbook, Fanatics Sportsbook, and BetRivers, with the following requirements:

  • FanDuel: You must place a bet on the game you want to watch in order to access the live stream. Local blackouts apply to Sunday streams.
  • Caesars: There is a positive balance in your account and you have made a bet within the last 10 months.
  • Fanatics: Have a positive account balance (or a saved payment method) and have already placed a bet with Fanatics.
  • BetRivers: There is a positive balance in your account.

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Chris Vasile Covers.com
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Chris Vasile has been in the betting industry for well over a decade honing his craft as a writer, editor and handicapper. A journalism graduate from Conestoga College in Kitchener, Ontario, Chris has contributed betting and non-betting content for online publications such as ProSportsDaily and The Hockey Writers, in addition to Covers. With a keen interest in soccer, Chris has been featured on Covers' 'Before You Bet' and runs his own YouTube channel — Game Day Wagers.

When it comes to daily sports betting, his sportsbook of choice is bet365 for the plethora of markets and great UX. Chris' top sports betting advice is to stick to what you know. Being a jack of all trades and master of none is a quick way to bust the bankroll. Find one or two sports you can devote your time to and trust the process.

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