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CBS affiliate changes affect NFL viewing in several U.S. markets

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 25, 2026, 12:00 PM

Last updated Jul 25, 2026

CBS affiliate changes affect NFL viewing in several U.S. markets

Summary

Starting August 1, NFL fans in Albuquerque, Jackson, Bismarck, Birmingham, Greenville, and Rapid City will need to adjust to new CBS affiliations as local stations shift channels. CBS programming will move from primary stations to digital subchannels, limiting access for viewers in those areas. The transition may impact the quality and availability of CBS Sports content, complicating the viewing experience for local teams. A Paramount spokesperson expressed commitment to continuing quality programming despite these changes.

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Key Details

•CBS and Nexstar announced changes affecting multiple local stations.
•CBS moves to digital subchannels in multiple cities starting August 1.
•Affected markets include Albuquerque, Jackson, and Birmingham.
•Local CBS programming will have limited picture quality on new subchannels.
•Paramount emphasizes commitment to audience amid affiliate changes.

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12:00 PMYahoo Sports — CBS affiliate changes impact NFL fans in multiple markets

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NFL fans in several U.S. television markets will have to turn to a different channel to watch their games, as CBS and Nexstar announced major changes to the network affiliations of several local stations. The changes will affect fans in Albuquerque, New Mexico; Jackson, Mississippi; Bismarck, North Dakota; Birmingham, Alabama; Greenville, South Carolina; and Rapid…
— Yahoo Sports

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