NFL Week 1 2026 kicks off tomorrow with a full Sunday slate. Kickoff times start at 1:00 PM ET. Fans need the schedule, TV channels and live streaming options now.
Fantasy managers want Week 1 sleepers and projected stat lines. Survivor players want safe knockout picks and teams to fade. Bettors want upsets and bold predictions.
NFL Games Tomorrow: Week 1 2026 Complete Schedule
The league lists 14 games for Sunday September 13 2026. Times are Eastern. Networks are subject to local blackout.
| Matchup | Kickoff ET | Network | Stream |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit Lions vs Buffalo Bills | 5:00 PM | CBS | Paramount+ |
| Carolina Panthers vs Atlanta Falcons | 1:00 PM | FOX | Tubi |
| New Orleans Saints vs Baltimore Ravens | 1:00 PM | FOX | Tubi |
| Minnesota Vikings vs Chicago Bears | 1:00 PM | FOX | Tubi |
| Cincinnati Bengals vs Houston Texans | 1:00 PM | CBS | Paramount+ |
| Pittsburgh Steelers vs New England Patriots | 1:00 PM | CBS | Paramount+ |
| Green Bay Packers vs New York Jets | 4:25 PM | FOX | Tubi |
| Cleveland Browns vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers | 1:00 PM | FOX | Tubi |
| Philadelphia Eagles vs Tennessee Titans | 1:00 PM | CBS | Paramount+ |
| Jacksonville Jaguars vs Denver Broncos | 4:05 PM | CBS | Paramount+ |
| Las Vegas Raiders vs Los Angeles Chargers | 4:25 PM | FOX | Tubi |
| Seattle Seahawks vs Arizona Cardinals | 4:05 PM | CBS | Paramount+ |
| Washington Commanders vs Dallas Cowboys | 8:20 PM | NBC | Peacock |
| Miami Dolphins vs San Francisco 49ers | 4:25 PM | FOX | Tubi |
Top NFL Games Tomorrow to Watch
Houston Texans vs Cincinnati Bengals headlines AFC North intrigue. The Texans defense is favored to control tempo.
Green Bay Packers vs New York Jets draws attention for Justin Jefferson narrative. Jefferson is projected to face Packers coverage in a separate Week 1 matchup.
Washington Commanders vs Dallas Cowboys is prime time. Survivor pools are actively fading Dallas Cowboys in Week 1.
NFL Week 1 Predictions: Upsets, Fantasy Sleepers and Stat Lines
ESPN’s Week 1 2026 model highlights upsets and fantasy sleepers. Stat lines are projected for breakout players.
Bold predictions for Week 1 include Justin Jefferson torches Packers. The forecast calls for a high target volume and big yards.
NFL.com publishes a bold call: Texans shut out Bills. The prediction is a defensive statement game for Houston.
Upset watch centers on divisional rematches and rookie debuts. Fantasy sleepers include late-round WRs with favorable matchups.
NFL Survivor Pool Week 1 Picks and Knockout Pool Strategy
CBS Sports advises knockout pool strategy for Week 1 2026. Avoid early elimination.
Safe chalk picks include home favorites with strong defensive lines. Contrarian picks target underdogs with rest advantages.
Advice is to fade Dallas Cowboys in Week 1 survivor pools. The team is listed as a high-risk knockout choice.
Knockout pool strategy recommends saving popular teams for later weeks. Week 1 is for survival, not max leverage.
How to Watch NFL Games Tomorrow Live
Games air on CBS, FOX and NBC. Streaming is available via Paramount+, Tubi and Peacock.
Local markets may require authenticated access. Check team apps for in-market alerts.
Next steps: NFL Week 2 schedule preview
Week 2 matchups will be released after Week 1 closes. Monitor injury reports and weather.
💡 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Q: What time do NFL games start tomorrow?
- A: Kickoffs start at 1:00 PM ET with early games, followed by 4:05 PM ET and 4:25 PM ET windows, ending with the 8:20 PM ET primetime game.
- Q: How can I watch NFL games tomorrow live?
- A: Games air on CBS, FOX and NBC. Stream via Paramount+, Tubi and Peacock. Check local blackout rules for your market.
- Q: Which NFL games tomorrow are must-watch?
- A: Top matchups include Lions vs Bills at 5:00 PM ET, Commanders vs Cowboys at 8:20 PM ET, and Texans vs Bengals at 1:00 PM ET.
Extended Reading
Week 1 predictions, upsets, fantasy sleepers and stats: ESPN.
NFL survivor pool Week 1 picks, knockout pool strategy and advice: CBS Sports.
Week 1 bold predictions: Justin Jefferson torches Packers; Texans shut out Bills: NFL.com.
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