Each week, 506 Sports releases color-coded coverage maps showing where every game will be visible across the United States during the early- and late-afternoon Sunday slots when CBS and Fox air games simultaneously. Networks aim to maximize regional interest by matching the game to areas with strongest local followings while also considering the stakes and the level of neutral fan interest. This can result in some games reaching wide audiences nationwide, while others have a more limited footprint.
In Week 1, the Dolphins–Raiders game features a relatively small television footprint.
Dolphins–Raiders Coverage Map Week 1
The kickoff is scheduled for 4:25 p.m. ET in Las Vegas, which leaves limited TV competition in that window. The game is being broadcast on Fox, which is somewhat notable for an AFC matchup, though Fox has scheduled an AFC contest against the Washington Commanders at the Philadelphia Eagles in the same late window this year. NFC East clashes typically attract broad viewership, which helps Fox allocate many markets to that late-afternoon game.
The Dolphins–Raiders broadcast covers parts of three states: Florida, California, and Nevada, but not the entire states. In Florida, the local Fox affiliate will carry the game as far north as Fort Myers and down to Miami, while Tampa Bay and Orlando markets will instead televise the Commanders–Eagles game. In Nevada, most of the state will receive the Dolphins–Raiders broadcast, and the game’s coverage extends into parts of California, including Sacramento and the San Francisco Bay Area (including Oakland), where Raiders fans remain sizable.
To view the full map, you can check the Week 1 coverage map for 2026 on 506 Sports’ site.
Dolphins–Raiders Announcers
Because this game is not a top priority for Fox in Week 1, it will feature one of Fox’s smaller announcing crews. The play-by-play will be handled by Chris Myers, with former NFL offensive lineman Mark Schlereth providing color commentary. The broadcast team will have the task of explaining Miami’s new front office, new coaching staff, and new quarterback, as well as why the Raiders are starting veteran QB Kirk Cousins over the No. 1 overall pick Fernando Mendoza. Expect several storyline threads for viewers who can watch the game on their local Fox affiliate.
Note: This summary focuses on the Week 1 matchup, broadcast windows, and coverage maps for the Dolphins–Raiders game, along with the announced commentary team for the Fox telecast.
