Fox and CBS outline 2026 NFL regular season week 1 coverage

The 2026 NFL season begins on Sunday with a 13-game schedule across the league. Networks split 12 of the games evenly between Fox and CBS, with each broadcasting six matchups during the afternoon windows. Coverage includes eight early-afternoon games and four late-afternoon contests, concluding with a Sunday night game between the Dallas Cowboys and New York Giants. Regional distribution for these broadcasts follows specific coverage maps provided by 506 Sports. Fox highlights include the Pittsburgh Steelers versus Atlanta Falcons and Philadelphia Eagles versus Washington Commanders, while CBS focuses on the Houston Texans against the Buffalo Bills and a rivalry game between the Minnesota Vikings and Green Bay Packers. The broadcast schedule serves as the official start of the regular season following the conclusion of the preseason.

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