What Time Are Football Games On Today? Full Schedule

By Sarah Miller · March 3, 2046

Today's football games start at various times depending on the league, region, and broadcast schedule. In the U.S., NFL games typically air at 1:00 PM, 4:25 PM, and 8:20 PM ET on Sundays, with additional Saturday and Monday night matchups during the season. College football games can begin as early as 12:00 PM and as late as 7:30 PM ET on weekends. For international viewers, kickoff times vary significantly—Premier League matches in the UK usually start at 12:30 PM, 3:00 PM, and 5:30 PM local time, often translating to 7:30 AM, 10:00 AM, or 12:30 PM ET.

How to Find Today’s Football Game Times

Knowing when football games are scheduled is essential for fans across different time zones and leagues. Broadcast networks, official league websites, and sports apps provide real-time updates on game times.

Key Factors Affecting Kickoff Times

League type: NFL, college football, Premier League, Bundesliga, and others each have unique scheduling patterns.
Day of the week: Sunday dominates NFL action, while college football peaks on Saturdays.

Broadcast windows:

Time zone differences: Games aired live require careful conversion from local to viewer time zones.
Special events: Playoff games, rivalry weeks, and holiday fixtures may alter standard schedules.

NFL Game Times Today (Weekend Schedule)

The NFL follows a structured weekly broadcast model. During the regular season (September to January), Sunday games dominate with three primary windows: early, late, and primetime.

Game	Date	Kickoff Time (ET)	Network	Location
Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Buffalo Bills	Sunday, October 5, 2025	1:00 PM	CBS	Buffalo, NY
Dallas Cowboys vs. Philadelphia Eagles	Sunday, October 5, 2025	4:25 PM	FOX	Dallas, TX
Los Angeles Chargers vs. Kansas City Chiefs	Sunday, October 5, 2025	8:20 PM	NBC Sunday Night Football	Kansas City, MO
New York Giants vs. Washington Commanders	Monday, October 6, 2025	8:15 PM	ESPN Monday Night Football	East Rutherford, NJ
Tennessee Titans vs. Pittsburgh Steelers	Thursday, October 9, 2025	8:15 PM	Amazon Prime Video	Pittsburgh, PA

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The table above shows key NFL matchups for early October 2025. Most games fall into predictable broadcast windows: early afternoon (1:00 PM ET) for regional coverage, late afternoon (4:25 PM ET) for high-profile contests, and primetime (8:15–8:20 PM ET) for national audiences. Thursday, Sunday, and Monday nights are reserved for marquee matchups with broader reach.

College Football Kickoff Times

College football offers more variability in scheduling compared to professional leagues. Games are primarily held on Saturdays but can span from noon to midnight ET, especially with west coast teams and primetime broadcasts.

Typical College Football Time Slots

Noon – 3:00 PM ET: Regional network broadcasts (ABC, CBS Sports, FS1).
3:30 PM – 7:30 PM ET: ABC and ESPN weekend showcases.
7:30 PM+ ET: Primetime matchups featuring top-ranked teams.
Friday nights: Conference USA, MAC, and smaller conferences often play under the lights.

International Football Schedules

For fans following European leagues like England’s Premier League or Germany’s Bundesliga, understanding local vs. U.S. time conversions is crucial.

Premier League Kickoff Times (UK Local Time)

12:30 PM: Sky Sports exclusive match (7:30 AM ET).
3:00 PM: Main Saturday kick-off (10:00 AM ET).
5:30 PM: Featured evening game (12:30 PM ET).
8:00 PM: Weekday midweek matches (3:00 AM next day ET).

German Bundesliga games typically kick off at 3:30 PM CET (9:30 AM ET) on Saturdays, with Friday and Sunday fixtures also common. Spanish La Liga favors 9:00 PM CET starts (3:00 PM ET), making them accessible for U.S. afternoon viewing.

Frequently Asked Questions About Today’s Football Game Times

What time do NFL games start today?

NFL games today, if it's a Sunday in the regular season, typically begin at 1:00 PM, 4:25 PM, and 8:20 PM Eastern Time. Check local listings or the NFL app for exact matchups and any last-minute changes due to flex scheduling.

Are there any football games on today?

Yes, depending on the date. During the NFL season (September–January), games occur nearly every day, especially Sundays through Mondays. College football runs Saturdays from early September to early January. International leagues like the Premier League play weekends and midweeks year-round.

Where can I watch today’s football games?

You can watch football games on major networks: CBS, FOX, NBC, ESPN, ABC, and Amazon Prime (for Thursday Night Football). Streaming options include NFL+, YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, and FuboTV. For college games, ESPN platforms hold most rights.

Do football game times change?

Yes, especially in the NFL, where “flexible scheduling” allows the league to move high-interest games to better TV windows up to 12 days in advance. Always verify game times via official sources like NFL.com or team apps before planning to watch.

How do I convert football game times to my time zone?

To convert ET to your local time: subtract 3 hours for Pacific Time, 2 for Mountain, and 1 for Central. For international games, add 5 hours to ET for UK time (GMT/BST), and 6 hours for Central European Time (CET). Use tools like WorldTimeBuddy.com for accurate conversions.