The NFL is officially back, as week 1 of the regular season kicks off.
With games spread across numerous streaming platforms and days of the week this year – especially in week one – it’s easy to lose track of where and when to watch each game. This guide helps viewers understand how to watch Kickoff Weekend action, starting with a Super Bowl rematch on Wednesday night.
Wednesday, Sept. 9: New England Patriots at Seattle Seahawks (8:20 p.m. ET on NBC/Peacock)
Nearly seven months to the day of the Seahawks’ Super Bowl victory, Seattle faces the Patriots once again, this time at home. Along with championship festivities, the matchup will be a first glimpse at New England’s revamped receiving corps, and the Seahawks’ hyped new rookie running back, Jadarian Price. It’s also the NFL’s first Wednesday night opener since 2012.
Thursday, Sept. 10: San Francisco 49ers at Los Angeles Rams (8:35 p.m. ET on Netflix) *from Melbourne Cricket Ground in East Melbourne, Australia
The NFL’s international slate kicks off from Australia this season, as the Super Bowl favorite Rams “host” the rival 49ers. It’s uncertain whether the recently unretired Aaron Donald will play for L.A.yet. However, even without him, eyes will be on the Rams’ big-name additions, highlighted by defensive player of the year Myles Garrett.
Afternoon Games: Sunday, Sept. 13 – Check local listings
Chicago Bears at Carolina Panthers (1 p.m. ET on FOX/FOX One)
Two of last year’s surprise playoff teams square off in week one as they attempt to put the regression talk to bed. While the Panthers’ preseason has featured some injury concerns, Bears coach Ben Johnson has been talking up a desire to be the highest-scoring team in league history.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Cincinnati Bengals (1 p.m. ET on FOX/FOX One)
Despite only one losing record, the Bengals quietly haven’t made the playoffs since 2023. Meanwhile, the Buccaneers just missed the postseason for the first time since 2019. As a result, both coaches (Cincinnati’s Zac Taylor and Tampa’s Todd Bowles) are squarely on the hot seat this year, making week one more of a tone-setting game than normal.
New Orleans Saints at Detroit Lions (1 p.m. ET on FOX/FOX One)
After missing the playoffs last year, the Lions are widely projected to bounce back in 2026 – partly due to the easiest schedule in the league (on paper). Whether the defense is up to the task will be tested early against a young, interesting Saints offense.
HOUSTON, TEXAS – NOVEMBER 20: Henry To’oTo’o #39 of the Houston Texans sacks Josh Allen #17 of the Buffalo Bills during the fourth quarter at NRG Stadium on November 20, 2025 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Tim Warner/Getty Images)
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Buffalo Bills at Houston Texans (1 p.m. ET on CBS/Paramount+)
CBS gets one of the best games of Kickoff Weekend right off the bat, as two of the AFC’s top teams square off from Houston. The Bills’ coaching change will receive plenty of attention, but audiences will also be wise to watch how well (or not) the Texans’ line holds up in front of CJ Stroud.
Baltimore Ravens at Indianapolis Colts (1 p.m. ET on CBS/Paramount+)
Daniel Jones returns at quarterback for the Colts after a torn Achilles tendon last season. Meanwhile, the Ravens start its first season without John Harbaugh coaching since 2007, as Jesse Minter looks to guide Baltimore to a fifth division title in the last decade.
Cleveland Browns at Jacksonville Jaguars (1 p.m. ET on CBS/Paramount+)
What does the post-Myles Garrett era look like for Cleveland? And how long can Deshaun Watson hold onto the quarterback job? Both questions will get intense focus right away against a Jaguars team that won 13 games last season.
Atlanta Falcons at Pittsburgh Steelers (1 p.m. ET on FOX/FOX One)
In Aaron Rodgers’s final season, it’s fitting that he’s reunited with long-time coach (from their time in Green Bay) Mike McCarthy, who takes over in Pittsburgh after Mike Tomlin’s departure. On the opposite sideline, Kevin Stefanski starts his first season leading the Falcons juggling a poor quarterback situation much like what he dealt with while previously coaching Cleveland.
New York Jets at Tennessee Titans (1 p.m. ET on CBS/Paramount+)
The Titans’ Robert Saleh era begins with a visit from the last team he was head coach for, the Jets. Though week one results should usually be taken with a grain of salt, there could be some early lessons for how both quarterbacks – New York’s Geno Smith and Tennessee’s Cam Ward – will fare this season.
Arizona Cardinals at Los Angeles Chargers (1:25 p.m. ET on CBS/Paramount+)
Is new Chargers offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel the key to fully unlocking Justin Herbert? This opener (which is projected to be lopsided) may provide a few hints at what’s to come for L.A.’s passing attack, which could be key to the Bolts winning the franchise’s first playoff game since Jan. 2019.
Miami Dolphins at Las Vegas Raiders (1:25 p.m. ET on FOX/FOX One)
Kickoff weekend is one of both teams’ best chances at a win for the entire 2026 schedule. And with the Raiders and Dolphins breaking in new coaches and new quarterbacks, this is a week one matchup that could be more interesting than it has any right to be.
Green Bay Packers at Minnesota Vikings (1:25 p.m. ET on CBS/Paramount+)
Despite QB troubles all last year, the Vikings still finished just a half-game behind the Packers in the standings. So is Kyler Murray the answer under center for Minnesota? Green Bay will be missing some key pieces in this game too, including Micah Parsons (injury) and Josh Jacobs (out indefinitely on commissioner’s exempt list).
Washington Commanders at Philadelphia Eagles (1:25 p.m. ET on FOX/FOX One)
It was a tough sophomore campaign for Jayden Daniels, who played in just seven games last year after leading the Commanders to the playoffs as a rookie. How his refurbished offensive line performs against a strong Eagles’ front will be one of the bigger stories from FOX’s late afternoon games.
ARLINGTON, TX – SEPTEMBER 14: Malik Nabers #1 of the New York Giants catches a touchdown pass against the Dallas Cowboys during the first half of an NFL football game at AT&T Field on September 14, 2025 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Cooper Neill/Getty Images)
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Sunday, Sept. 13 – Sunday Night Football: Dallas Cowboys at New York Giants (8:20 p.m. ET on NBC/Peacock)
Given its potential for TV ratings, Cowboys vs. Giants has been a Week One fixture over the last 15 years. For New York, there’s excitement about John Harbaugh’s arrival, plus the return of Cam Skattebo (and maybe Malik Nabers). But the Giants may struggle to stop a high-powered Dallas offense that was No. 2 in yards-per-game last season.
Monday, Sep. 14 – Monday Night Football: Denver Broncos at Kansas City Chiefs (8:15 p.m. ET on ESPN/ABC/ESPN Unlimited)
Patrick Mahomes appears to be playing for the Chiefs after missing the end of last season with a torn ACL and LCL. But will he be as mobile as he was beforehand? After missing the playoffs for the first time since 2014, Kansas City draws a difficult test of Mahomes’s health right away with a Denver team that nearly made the Super Bowl last season (and is among the favorites to represent the AFC this year).
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