No, Amazon Prime Video does not directly carry live college football games as part of its standard subscription. While it is a primary destination for NFL's Thursday Night Football, college football matchups typically require a separate channel add-on through the Prime Video platform.
Understanding College Football on Prime Video
Amazon Prime Video has expanded its presence in sports streaming, notably securing exclusive rights to professional (NFL) games. However, when it comes to college football (NCAA), the platform's direct offerings are more limited. A standard Prime membership does not include a comprehensive schedule of live NCAA games directly.
How to Watch College Football Through Prime Video (Indirectly)
While Prime Video doesn't serve as a standalone hub for all college football, it can act as a gateway to some games through its channel add-on system:
- Paramount+ Channel Add-on: For specific matchups, particularly those aired on CBS (which are part of Paramount+'s sports offerings), you can subscribe to the Paramount+ channel directly through Prime Video. This allows you to watch those college football games within the Prime Video app, provided you have an active Paramount+ subscription added to your Prime account.
- Distinguishing NFL from NCAA: It's crucial to note that Amazon Prime Video is the exclusive home for Thursday Night Football. These are professional NFL games, not college (NCAA) football. While it's a significant football offering for subscribers, it does not pertain to the college game.
Prime Video Football Offerings at a Glance
To clarify what types of football content are available, here's a quick overview:
Football Content Type | Directly Available on Amazon Prime Video? | Notes |
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Live College Football Games | No | Requires separate channel add-ons (e.g., Paramount+) via Prime Video. |
Thursday Night Football | Yes | Exclusive NFL games. |