Week 8 of the 2026 NFL season features 12 games on Sunday, November 1, followed by one matchup on Monday night. Sunday’s schedule begins at 1:00 p.m. ET and includes games airing on CBS and FOX. The Philadelphia Eagles and Washington Commanders meet in the primetime Sunday Night Football game, while the Chicago Bears face the Seattle Seahawks on Monday Night Football.
Here is the complete Week 8 schedule, including kickoff times and TV channels.
## Sunday, November 1: Week 8 NFL schedule
| Matchup | Kickoff time (ET) | TV channel |
|—|—:|—|
| Baltimore Ravens at Buffalo Bills | 1:00 p.m. | CBS |
| Tennessee Titans at Cincinnati Bengals | 1:00 p.m. | CBS |
| Arizona Cardinals at Dallas Cowboys | 1:00 p.m. | FOX |
| Minnesota Vikings at Detroit Lions | 1:00 p.m. | FOX |
| Las Vegas Raiders at New York Jets | 1:00 p.m. | FOX |
| Cleveland Browns at Pittsburgh Steelers | 1:00 p.m. | CBS |
| Atlanta Falcons at Tampa Bay Buccaneers | 1:00 p.m. | FOX |
| Indianapolis Colts at Jacksonville Jaguars | 1:00 p.m. | CBS |
| Los Angeles Chargers at Los Angeles Rams | 4:05 p.m. | FOX |
| Kansas City Chiefs at Denver Broncos | 4:25 p.m. | CBS |
| New England Patriots at Miami Dolphins | 4:25 p.m. | CBS |
| Philadelphia Eagles at Washington Commanders | 8:20 p.m. | NBC |
The Sunday slate is spread across the afternoon and evening. Eight games are scheduled for the 1:00 p.m. window, with two more beginning at 4:00 p.m. or later before the Eagles–Commanders matchup closes out Sunday’s action.
## Who plays on Sunday Night Football?
The Philadelphia Eagles visit the Washington Commanders on Sunday Night Football. The game is scheduled to begin at 8:20 p.m. ET and will air on NBC.
## What is the Monday Night Football matchup?
Week 8 concludes on Monday, November 2, when the Chicago Bears travel to play the Seattle Seahawks. Kickoff is set for 8:15 p.m. ET, and the game will air on ESPN.
| Date | Matchup | Kickoff time (ET) | TV channel |
|—|—|—:|—|
| Monday, November 2 | Chicago Bears at Seattle Seahawks | 8:15 p.m. | ESPN |
## Is there an international NFL game in Week 8?
No. The Week 8 schedule does not include an international game.
## How can you watch out-of-market Sunday afternoon games?
For fans looking to follow Sunday afternoon games that are not available in their local TV market, NFL+ Premium and NFL RedZone are options to consider. Availability and viewing features depend on the service, so check the current details for each option before subscribing.
## How to stream Week 8 NFL games without cable
Viewers who do not have a traditional cable package can watch NFL games through streaming services. YouTube TV, Fubo TV, NFL+, Paramount+ and Hulu + Live TV are among the services offering Week 8 NFL coverage.
The games available on each platform can vary. Some matchups may be tied to a particular broadcast network or service, so confirm that your preferred game is included before choosing a subscription.
## Can you watch NFL games for free?
A digital TV antenna may provide a way to watch games broadcast over local television channels without a cable subscription. Another possibility is to use a free trial offered by a streaming service, when available. Check the terms of any trial, including its length and cancellation requirements, before signing up.
With games airing on CBS, FOX, NBC and ESPN across Sunday and Monday, Week 8 offers several ways to follow the action. Check local listings and streaming-service details to confirm how each matchup is available in your area.
