Quick tips for streaming the Buccaneers vs. Chargers game using a VPN
The Buccaneers have won three in a row to get back above .500 and move into first place in the NFC East. At 7-6, they're a game ahead of the Falcons, who have lost four straight. Baker Mayfield and the Bucs face a tough road test today against Justin Herbert and the Chargers, who have lost two of their last three to fall to 8-5. Despite their recent struggles, the Chargers remain in the Wild Card hunt in the AFC.
The Buccaneers and Chargers kick off in Los Angeles at 1:25 p.m. PT (4:25 p.m. ET ) on Fox. Here's how you can watch, even if the game isn't available on your local Fox channel.
This matchup sees the Chargers host the Bucs at 1:25 p.m. PT (4:25 p.m. ET) on Sunday. The game will take place at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California, home of the Chargers.
If you find yourself unable to view the game locally due to incorrectly applied blackout restrictions, you may need a different way to watch it. That's where using a VPN can come in handy. A VPN is also the best way to stop your ISP from throttling your speeds on game day, as VPNs encrypt your traffic. Plus, using a VPN is also a great idea for when you're traveling and find yourself connected to a Wi-Fi network and wanting an extra layer of privacy for your devices and logins.
With a VPN, you're able to virtually change your location on your phone, tablet or laptop to get access to the game. So if your internet provider or mobile carrier has stuck you with an IP address that incorrectly shows your location in a blackout zone, a VPN can correct that problem by giving you an IP address in your correct, non-blackout area. Most VPNs, like our Editors' Choice, ExpressVPN, are very easy to use.
Using a VPN to watch or stream sports is legal in any country where VPNs are legal, including the US and Canada, as long as you've got a legitimate subscription to the service you're streaming. You should be sure your VPN is set up correctly to prevent leaks: Even where VPNs are legal, the streaming service may terminate the account of anyone it deems to be circumventing correctly applied blackout restrictions.
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Sunday's Buccaneers vs. Chargers game is on Fox nationally. The good news for football fans is that Fox is available on most of the major live TV streaming services. The least expensive such service is Sling TV Blue.
Numerous other live TV streaming services carry local Fox stations as well, namely YouTube TV, Hulu Plus Live TV, DirecTV Stream and Fubo. They all cost far more than Sling, but they also carry a full complement of live channels, including football broadcasting channels like CBS and ESPN. Check out our live TV streaming services guide for details.
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An over-the-air antenna connected to your TV provides another option for Fox. The best part about antennas is that there are no streaming or monthly fees required, although you will need to make sure you have good reception.