Who Plays Tonight in NFL Football? Week 8 Schedule 2025

By Sarah Miller · September 10, 2050

The NFL teams playing tonight can vary by date, but for Week 8 of the 2025 season, key matchups include the Kansas City Chiefs vs. Buffalo Bills and the Philadelphia Eagles vs. Washington Commanders. Check official broadcast networks like NBC, ESPN, or NFL+ for live streaming and updated game times.

Who Plays Tonight in the NFL? Weekly Matchup Overview

Each week during the NFL season, multiple games are scheduled across different time slots. "Who plays tonight" typically refers to prime-time matchups on Thursday, Sunday, or Monday nights. For the current week (Week 8, October 23–27, 2025), here are the main games airing nationally:

Kansas City Chiefs vs. Buffalo Bills (Sunday Night Football)
Philadelphia Eagles vs. Washington Commanders (Thursday Night Football)
Dallas Cowboys vs. New Orleans Saints (Monday Night Football)

These games feature top playoff contenders and will impact division standings and wild card races.

Key Prime-Time Games This Week

Thursday Night Football

The Week 8 TNF game features the Philadelphia Eagles (5-2) traveling to face the Washington Commanders (4-3). Kickoff is at 8:15 PM ET on Amazon Prime Video. Both teams are strong in the NFC East, making this a crucial divisional battle.

Sunday Night Football

The marquee matchup of the week is the Kansas City Chiefs (6-1) hosting the Buffalo Bills (5-2) at Arrowhead Stadium. The game airs on NBC at 8:20 PM ET and is expected to be a potential Super Bowl preview.

Monday Night Football

The Dallas Cowboys (4-3) visit the New Orleans Saints (3-4) in a late-season momentum game. Kickoff is at 8:15 PM ET on ESPN. Dallas aims to solidify its NFC playoff hopes, while New Orleans looks to stay competitive.

NFL Schedule: Week 8 Prime-Time Games (October 23–27, 2025)

Date	Matchup	Time (ET)	Network	Location
Thu, Oct 23	Philadelphia Eagles vs. Washington Commanders	8:15 PM	Amazon Prime	FedExField, Landover, MD
Sun, Oct 26	Kansas City Chiefs vs. Buffalo Bills	8:20 PM	NBC	Arrowhead Stadium, KC, MO
Mon, Oct 27	Dallas Cowboys vs. New Orleans Saints	8:15 PM	ESPN	Caesars Superdome, New Orleans, LA
Sun, Oct 26	San Francisco 49ers vs. Seattle Seahawks	4:25 PM	CBS	Levi's Stadium, Santa Clara, CA
Mon, Oct 27	Los Angeles Chargers vs. Denver Broncos	9:15 PM	ESPN+	SoFi Stadium, Inglewood, CA

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This week features three major national broadcasts with playoff implications. The Chiefs-Bills game has the highest projected viewership due to both teams' elite quarterbacks and Super Bowl aspirations. The Eagles-Commanders game could decide early control of the NFC East.

How to Watch Tonight’s NFL Games

Fans can watch live NFL games through various platforms depending on the broadcast network:

Thursday Night Football: Streamed exclusively on Amazon Prime Video
Sunday Night Football: Available on NBC and Peacock
Monday Night Football: Broadcast on ESPN; early access via ESPN+ for select games
Local Games: Use NFL Sunday Ticket (via YouTube) for out-of-market Sunday afternoon games

Mobile users can also stream via the NFL app or NFL+ subscription service.

About NFL Game Scheduling Patterns

The NFL schedule follows a fixed weekly structure:

Thursday Nights: One game weekly from Week 2 to Week 18
Sunday Primetime: One SNF game every week on NBC
Monday Nights: Two games starting mid-season, one on ESPN and one on ESPN+
Flexible Scheduling: Later in the season, high-stakes games may be moved into prime time

Teams play one game per week, typically on Sundays or Mondays, with travel considerations factored in.

Frequently Asked Questions About Tonight’s NFL Games

Who is playing tonight in the NFL?

For Week 8 (October 25–27, 2025), the featured games are Philadelphia Eagles vs. Washington Commanders (Thu), Kansas City Chiefs vs. Buffalo Bills (Sun), and Dallas Cowboys vs. New Orleans Saints (Mon). Check your local listings for regional Sunday afternoon games.

What time is the NFL game tonight?

Thursday night games start at 8:15 PM ET. Sunday Night Football kicks off at 8:20 PM ET. Monday Night Football games begin at either 8:15 PM or 9:15 PM ET, depending on the doubleheader week.

Where can I watch tonight’s NFL game?

Thursday games stream on Amazon Prime Video. Sunday Night Football is on NBC. Monday games air on ESPN or ESPN+. Local Sunday games can be viewed via CBS or FOX, or streamed using NFL Sunday Ticket on YouTube.

Is there an NFL game tonight?

Yes, during the regular season, there is typically at least one NFL game on Thursday, Sunday, and Monday nights. For Week 8, games are scheduled on all three nights. No games are played on Tuesdays or Wednesdays.

How can I find the full NFL schedule for this week?

Visit the official NFL website (nfl.com/schedules) or use the NFL app to view the complete weekly schedule, including kickoff times, TV networks, and team records. Third-party sites like ESPN and CBS Sports also provide detailed breakdowns.