NFL Games Today: Your Complete Week 2 Sunday Guide
NFL games today bring a packed Sunday slate. Sixteen teams are on the field right now in the early window. Additionally, five more games kick off this afternoon, and Sunday Night Football closes the day.
Here is everything you need to follow every game, with all times in Eastern Time (ET).
Why NFL Games Today Matter
Week 2 shapes the early playoff picture. Teams that lost in Week 1 cannot afford another slip. As a result, many of today’s matchups already feel like must-win games.
Moreover, several storylines keep fans watching. The Colts face the Chiefs on Sunday Night Football, and Keenan Allen’s off-field situation adds extra attention to that game.
Key Factors: How Today’s Schedule Works
Early Window: 1:00 PM ET
Eight games started at 1:00 PM ET. These scores are live snapshots and will change:
- Eagles vs Titans (7-7, second quarter)
- Steelers at Patriots (Patriots lead 10-0)
- Vikings at Bears (3-3)
- Panthers at Falcons (Panthers lead 10-0)
- Packers at Jets (0-0)
- Saints at Ravens (Ravens lead 7-0)
- Bengals at Texans (0-0)
- Browns at Buccaneers (6-6)
Afternoon Window: 4:05 PM and 4:25 PM ET
Five more games follow this afternoon.
- 4:05 PM ET: Jaguars at Broncos, and Raiders at Chargers.
- 4:25 PM ET: Seahawks at Cardinals, Dolphins at 49ers, and Commanders at Cowboys.
Sunday Night Football: 8:20 PM ET
The Colts visit the Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium. Kansas City is the favorite, but Indianapolis will look to bounce back from its Week 1 loss to Baltimore.
Types of Games to Watch Today
Divisional Battles
The Eagles play in Tennessee, but the bigger rivalry is Commanders at Cowboys this afternoon. Divisional games are often tight and physical.
Prime Matchups
The 49ers host the Dolphins as heavy favorites. Furthermore, the Chargers and Raiders open the 4:05 PM ET window.
Primetime Showdown
Chiefs vs Colts ends the day. Additionally, Monday Night Football follows tomorrow with the Giants at the Rams at 8:15 PM ET.
Viewer Guide: How to Follow NFL Games Today
- Check your local time. Convert the ET kickoff times to your time zone.
- Pick your window. The early and late windows overlap with regional broadcasts.
- Use a live score tracker. Scores change every few minutes.
- Watch Sunday Night Football on NBC in the US.
- Outside the US, check your local NFL rights holder or streaming service.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Mixing up kickoff times across time zones.
- Assuming every game airs on national TV.
- Trusting outdated scores from unofficial social media accounts.
- Overreacting to a single quarter of football.
What Comes Next After NFL Games Today
Monday Night Football features the Giants at the Rams. Then Thursday Night Football brings the Falcons to Green Bay on September 24. After that, Week 3 begins on September 27 with games such as Chiefs at Dolphins and Patriots at Jaguars.
Frequently Asked Questions:
1. What NFL games are on today?
Fourteen games are on today, September 20. Eight kicked off at 1:00 PM ET, two start at 4:05 PM ET and three at 4:25 PM ET. Sunday Night Football closes the day at 8:20 PM ET.
2. What time does Sunday Night Football start?
It starts at 8:20 PM ET (5:20 PM PT).
3. Who plays on Sunday Night Football tonight?
The Indianapolis Colts visit the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium.
4. Which NFL games start at 4:05 PM ET?
The Jacksonville Jaguars play at the Denver Broncos, and the Las Vegas Raiders play at the Los Angeles Chargers.
5. Which NFL games start at 4:25 PM ET?
Three games start then: Seattle Seahawks at Arizona Cardinals, Miami Dolphins at San Francisco 49ers, and Washington Commanders at Dallas Cowboys.
6. What is the Monday Night Football game this week?
The New York Giants play at the Los Angeles Rams on Monday, September 21, at 8:15 PM ET.
7. When is Thursday Night Football this week?
The Atlanta Falcons play at the Green Bay Packers on Thursday, September 24, at 8:15 PM ET.
8. Where can I watch Sunday Night Football?
In the US, it airs on NBC. Outside the US, check your local NFL rights holder or streaming service.
9. Where can I find live NFL scores today?
The NFL app, NFL.com and ESPN all update scores in real time.
10. How many teams and games are in the NFL season?
There are 32 teams. Each team plays 17 regular-season games over 18 weeks.
11. How long does an NFL game last?
Most games last about three hours from kickoff to the final whistle, though overtime and reviews can add time.
12. When do Week 3 games start?
Week 3 kicks off with Thursday Night Football, then the main Sunday slate begins on September 27 at 1:00 PM ET.
Conclusion:
NFL games today offer non-stop action from 1:00 PM ET to the late-night finish in Kansas City. Bookmark this page and check back for live scores, results and reaction. Which game are you watching first? Tell us in the comments.
