What NFL Teams Are Playing This Sunday? Full Week 8 Schedule

By Sarah Miller · July 10, 2027

This Sunday, October 26, 2025, features a full slate of NFL games with key matchups including the Kansas City Chiefs vs. Buffalo Bills, Philadelphia Eagles vs. Washington Commanders, and San Francisco 49ers vs. Seattle Seahawks. These games carry major playoff implications and feature top-tier quarterbacks and defenses.

Key NFL Matchups This Sunday

The NFL Week 8 schedule for Sunday, October 26, 2025, includes several high-stakes contests that will shape the playoff picture. Fans can expect intense competition across multiple time slots, including early, late afternoon, and prime-time games.

Notable Games to Watch

Kansas City Chiefs vs. Buffalo Bills – A potential AFC Championship preview featuring Patrick Mahomes and Josh Allen.
Philadelphia Eagles vs. Washington Commanders – NFC East battle with both teams aiming for division leadership.
San Francisco 49ers vs. Seattle Seahawks – A heated NFC West rivalry game with playoff seeding on the line.
Detroit Lions vs. Indianapolis Colts – The Lions look to maintain their strong start against a rebuilding Colts squad.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs. New Orleans Saints – A critical NFC South showdown in the late afternoon window.

Broadcast Information and Game Times

All times listed are in Eastern Time (ET). Games are televised nationally on networks such as CBS, FOX, NBC, and Amazon Prime Video.

Matchup	Time (ET)	Network	Location	Stadium
Kansas City Chiefs vs. Buffalo Bills	4:25 PM	CBS	Orchard Park, NY	Highmark Stadium
Philadelphia Eagles vs. Washington Commanders	1:00 PM	FOX	Landsdowne, VA	Federal Express Field
San Francisco 49ers vs. Seattle Seahawks	4:05 PM	NBC	Seattle, WA	Lumen Field
Detroit Lions vs. Indianapolis Colts	1:00 PM	CBS	Indianapolis, IN	Lucas Oil Stadium
Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs. New Orleans Saints	4:05 PM	FOX	New Orleans, LA	Caesars Superdome
Los Angeles Chargers vs. Denver Broncos	4:25 PM	CBS	Inglewood, CA	SoFi Stadium
New York Giants vs. Minnesota Vikings	1:00 PM	FOX	Minneapolis, MN	U.S. Bank Stadium

Table data source:NFL Official Schedule, ESPN

The table above outlines the complete set of Sunday games for Week 8 of the 2025 NFL season. Notably, four games are scheduled for the 1:00 PM ET window, providing ample early action. The late afternoon slate is stacked with divisional rivalries and conference contenders, particularly in the AFC West and NFC West. Broadcast distribution shows CBS and FOX carrying most regional games, while NBC hosts the exclusive 'Sunday Night Football' lead-out.

Injury Reports and Player Availability

Several star players are questionable for Sunday’s games, which could impact team performance:

Baker Mayfield (QB, TB) – Limited in practice due to shoulder soreness.
Breece Hall (RB, NYJ) – Ruled out for Jets’ bye-week game.
George Kittle (TE, SF) – Expected to play despite minor ankle issue.
Chris Jones (DE, KC) – Full participant after knee rest.

Fans should monitor official team updates released Saturday evening for final status changes.

Game Predictions and Betting Odds

According to current odds from major sportsbooks, here's a quick outlook:

Chiefs -3.5 vs. Bills – High-scoring affair expected.
Eagles -6.5 vs. Commanders – Philly favored at home.
49ers +1.5 vs. Seahawks – Close divisional tilt.
Lions -4.0 vs. Colts – Detroit’s offense faces weak defense.

Over/Under totals are elevated for most games, reflecting improved offensive performances league-wide in 2025.

Frequently Asked Questions About This Sunday's NFL Games

What NFL games are on this Sunday?

This Sunday features seven games, including Chiefs vs. Bills, Eagles vs. Commanders, 49ers vs. Seahawks, and Buccaneers vs. Saints. All games are part of Week 8 of the 2025 regular season.

Which NFL teams are playing at 1:00 PM ET this Sunday?

The 1:00 PM ET games include Philadelphia Eagles vs. Washington Commanders, Detroit Lions vs. Indianapolis Colts, and New York Giants vs. Minnesota Vikings.

Is there an NFL game on Sunday night?

Yes, the marquee 'Sunday Night Football' matchup is Green Bay Packers vs. Dallas Cowboys at 8:20 PM ET on NBC, though it follows the main Sunday slate.

Where can I watch this Sunday’s NFL games?

Games are broadcast on CBS, FOX, NBC, and Amazon Prime Video. Local market games appear on CBS or FOX, while national broadcasts are on NBC (SNF) and Prime (exclusive streams).

Are any key players injured for this week’s games?

Yes, Baker Mayfield (TB) is questionable with a shoulder issue, George Kittle (SF) is expected to play, and Chris Jones (KC) returned to full practice. Final injury reports are released Saturday.