NFL Game Day: Streaming 49ers vs. Seahawks for Week 1 Live Online

The highly anticipated NFL season opener between the San Francisco 49ers and the Seattle Seahawks is just around the corner, taking place on Sunday, Sept. 7, at 4:05 p.m. PT (1:05 p.m. ET). Here's a guide to help you catch the game live, whether you're a cord-cutter or a traditional TV viewer.

For those interested in live TV streaming services, you have several options. YouTube TV, priced at $83 per month, includes all the major football channels, including Fox. DirecTV Stream's basic $85-a-month Entertainment package also includes Fox in most markets. Fubo's new skinny bundle, called Fubo Sports, costs $56 per month ($46 for the first month) and includes Fox, along with ABC and CBS (but not NBC), in addition to ESPN and NFL Network. Sling's new skinny bundle costs $20 and includes local Fox, ABC, and NBC stations in select markets, but does not offer CBS in any of its plans.

If you're planning to use a VPN to watch the game from anywhere in the US, it's important to ensure it's set up correctly to prevent leaks. Recommended VPN providers for reliable and safe streaming include CyberGhost, NordVPN, ExpressVPN, Surfshark, and Private Internet Access (PIA), as they offer fast, stable connections and can bypass geographic restrictions for NFL streaming. ExpressVPN, currently the best pick, starts at $3.49 a month on a two-year plan for the Basic tier.

Using a VPN can also provide an extra layer of privacy for your devices and logins, as it encrypts your traffic. It's important to note that using a VPN to watch or stream sports is legal in any country where VPNs are legal, as long as you have a legitimate subscription to the service you're streaming.

Another option for watching Fox is through an over-the-air antenna connected to your TV. This provides no streaming or monthly fees, but you will need to ensure you have good reception. The game will air on TV in the San Francisco and Seattle areas as well.

Lastly, Fox One, a direct-to-consumer streaming service launched by Fox, costs $20 a month or $200 a year and allows NFL fans to watch their local Sunday afternoon games on Fox.

Regardless of the method you choose, remember that all live TV streaming services mentioned above allow you to cancel anytime and require a solid internet connection. Happy streaming!