The Lions and Chiefs kept things exciting Thursday night. Now it’s time to see if the rest of the league can keep up.
The 2023-2024 NFL season is officially under way—and on Sunday, almost every team will be on the field, with some of the league’s biggest rivalries on display. The battle of Ohio will take place as the Bengals meet the Browns. The Eagles and Patriots will square off and the Bills and Jets, division rivals with a pair of star quarterbacks, will go head to head.
Even if you’re just an occasional fan, this isn’t a week you’ll want to miss. Here’s a look at who’s playing whom and how best to catch the game.
Which NFL teams are playing this week? And what channels are airing the games?
The regular season kicks off with some big matchups, as always. Here’s who’s playing where and when. (The home team is listed second.)
Sunday, Sept. 10
Cincinnati Bengals vs. Cleveland Browns, 1:00 p.m. ET on CBS
Houston Texans vs. Baltimore Ravens, 1:00 p.m. ET on CBS
Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs. Minnesota Vikings, 1:00 p.m. ET on CBS
Carolina Panthers vs. Atlanta Falcons, 1:00 p.m. ET on Fox
Arizona Cardinals vs. Washington Commanders, 1:00 p.m. ET on Fox
Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Indianapolis Colts, 1:00 p.m. ET on Fox
San Francisco 49ers vs. Pittsburgh Steelers, 1:00 p.m. ET on Fox
Tennessee Titans vs. New Orleans Saints, 1:00 p.m. ET on CBS
Las Vegas Raiders vs. Denver Broncos, 4:25 p.m. ET on CBS
Philadelphia Eagles vs. New England Patriots, 4:25 p.m. ET on CBS
Los Angeles Rams vs. Seattle Seahawks, 4:25 p.m. ET on Fox
Miami Dolphins vs. Los Angeles Chargers, 4:25 p.m. ET on CBS
Green Bay Packers vs. Chicago Bears, 8:20 p.m. ET on Fox
Dallas Cowboys vs. New York Giants, 8:20 p.m. ET on NBC
Monday, Sept. 11
Buffalo Bills vs. New York Jets, 8:15 p.m. ET on ESPN
How can I watch NFL games for free—even if I am out of market?
The best way to watch any sort of network programming for free on a big screen is with a good HD antenna. And virtually all of this weekend’s games will be carried by a broadcast network, meaning you’ll be able to watch even if you don’t have a cable subscription. To ensure you're getting the most reliable signal, be sure to test the antenna in multiple locations in your home.
Can I stream NFL games live online if I don't have a cable subscription?
Yep—and there are lots of choices.
Peacock
NBC’s streaming service will give you access to several games, including tonight’s contest and all upcoming Sunday night matchups. You can get a seven-day free trial, followed by a $6 or $12 monthly charge. (The free version of Peacock does not include live sports.)