Roku is the largest streaming platform in the United States and the second largest in the world. Add to that the sheer number of Roku TVs in the wild, and you have the perfect recipe for the biggest question of the year: How do you watch Super Bowl 2022 on Roku?
The answer, in fact, is quite simple, thanks to a culmination of factors that not only make it easier to watch Super Bowl 2022 on Roku, but also entirely possible that you can do so without spending a single extra dollar. Let’s break down all the paths.
When is Super Bowl 2022?
The 2022 Super Bowl is scheduled for Sunday, February 13 from SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. Kickoff is expected to take place around 6:30 p.m. ET or 3:30 p.m. PT.
The game will be televised on NBC. And that’s what opens up a number of options for watching the biggest professional football game the United States has to offer. We don’t yet know who’s playing in Super Bowl 2022 – but that doesn’t really matter yet. You will watch it. Until then, enjoy the playoffs.
How to stream Super Bowl 2022 on Roku
If you’re using a Roku device, chances are you’re looking to stream Super Bowl 2022. That’s because at heart, Roku is a streaming platform. And if you’re already streaming live TV on Roku through one of the half-dozen options, you’re good to go, because NBC is on every major streaming service.
One big caveat here – the local broadcast channels available on any given streaming service may vary depending on where you live. While there is definitely an above average chance that you can stream your local NBC affiliate on one of the services, there will be outliers.
Hulu With Live TV, which is the most popular streaming service in the US with around 4 million paying subscribers, is a great choice if you’re looking for a new streaming service to watch Super Bowl 2022 on. For around $70 $ per month you will get dozens of channels including your local broadcast affiliates. Some add-ons are also available, which will make your experience even richer.
But where Hulu With Live TV really stands out is when you pair it with the Disney bundle. This will get you Disney+, ESPN+, Hulu With Live TV, and the entire Hulu on-demand library. And, in fact, a late 2021 change means that if you subscribe to Hulu With Live TV, you automatically get the Disney Bundle.
If Hulu With Live TV just isn’t your thing, another great option is , and it’s perhaps the most budget-friendly. It’s because of the way Sling puts their packages together, branching things off into Sling Orange or Sling Blue. They cost $35 a month if you get them separately, or $50 a month if you get them both. You don’t get as many channels upfront, but you still get a fair amount. And you can build things from there with Sling “Extras”, which add sets of channels in different categories for an additional monthly fee.
That’s not quite true pay-per-view streaming TV, but it’s as close as it gets. And with over 2.5 million subscribers in the United States, you’ll be in good company.
And if none of those suit you, check out FuboTV, YouTube TV, and DirecTV Stream, all of which will carry your local NBC affiliate.
Watch Super Bowl 2022 for free on a Roku TV
A Roku TV is essentially the same as a Roku stick or player for all intents and purposes. It’s the same user interface – just built into a TV itself. But there’s another differentiator, and that’s a broadcast tuner.
Learn more about antennas
That’s the bit of tech you’ll need to connect an over-the-air antenna via coaxial cable. And that’s what lets you watch your local broadcast channels. If you already have an OTA antenna, you’re probably good to go. But if you’re looking for a relatively inexpensive way to not just watch Super Bowl 2022, but whatever’s on your local channels, here are the highlights:
1. Get a microwave antenna. Mount it. Outside is better than inside, and higher is better than lower. And the direction the antenna faces matters.
2. Connect the antenna to the (probably) included amplifier, then the amplifier to the coaxial connection on your TV.
3. Using your TV’s menu, scan for channels until you get your local NBC affiliate. If for some reason it does not pick up, adjust your antenna and try again.
It is (mostly) as simple as that. Enjoy the game.
