Sunday NFL Schedule: All Games, Start Times, and Free Streaming Options in U.S.
For NFL fans all over the U.S., Sunday is game day, and Week 3 of the 2025 season looks like it will be very exciting. Yes, there is something for everyone. There are exciting games between top teams and shocks from underdogs. It can be helpful to know the full schedule, start times, and streaming choices on Sunday, whether you want to watch on TV or online for free.
NFL Week 3 Sunday Matchups
Here’s the complete lineup for Sunday, September 21, 2025:
| Time (ET) | Matchup | TV Channel |
| 1:00 PM | Atlanta Falcons at Carolina Panthers | FOX |
| 1:00 PM | Green Bay Packers at Cleveland Browns | FOX |
| 1:00 PM | Los Angeles Rams at Philadelphia Eagles | FOX |
| 1:00 PM | New York Jets at Tampa Bay Buccaneers | FOX |
| 1:00 PM | Houston Texans at Jacksonville Jaguars | CBS |
| 1:00 PM | Cincinnati Bengals at Minnesota Vikings | CBS |
| 1:00 PM | Pittsburgh Steelers at New England Patriots | CBS |
| 4:25 PM | San Francisco 49ers at Las Vegas Raiders | FOX |
| 4:25 PM | Buffalo Bills at Miami Dolphins | CBS |
| 8:20 PM | Kansas City Chiefs at New York Giants | NBC |
How to Watch and Stream CBS and FOX
Depending on where you live, most early afternoon games can be seen on FOX or CBS. Make sure your area listings cover your favorite game.
On NBC, the Kansas City Chiefs play the New York Giants on Sunday Night Football at 8:20 PM ET.
NFL+ lets you watch live streams of local and primetime games, as well as highlights of all games.
You can watch CBS games online, such as Texans vs. Jaguars and Bengals vs. Vikings, with Paramount+.
YouTube TV has NFL Sunday Ticket for games that aren’t shown in your area.
Verizon Free Offer
Fans of certain 5G Home or FIOS fiber plans can stream NFL Sunday Ticket for free, which includes watching multiple games at once and being able to view it on their phones.
If you want to learn more about how to watch NFL games online for free in the U.S. with live streams and apps, read our guide. It goes over all the big streaming options and blackout rules.
FAQs
Q1: What time do NFL games start on Sundays?
The afternoon slots start at 4:25 PM ET, and Sunday Night Football starts at 8:20 PM ET. Most games start at 1:00 PM ET.
Q2: Can I watch NFL games online for free?
Yes. Some Verizon users can get NFL Sunday Ticket for free, and some games can be seen on NFL+ and Paramount+.
Q3: How do I find out which network shown my local game?
Regional games are usually shown on FOX or CBS stations in the area. Check the ads in your area to be sure.
Q4: Can I get NFL Sunday Ticket when I’m not in the U.S.?
As of now, NFL Sunday Ticket is only available in the United States. However, NFL Game Pass may offer some international streaming choices.
