The NFL rarely has quiet weeks, and Week 3 made sure the September slate ended with one last twist: With wunderkind Caleb Williams sidelined, journeyman Case Keenum led Chicago to a 27–7 win over Philadelphia. Las Vegas also moved to 3–0 after erasing an 11-point deficit in New Orleans to keep pace with Kansas City in the AFC West.
Now the NFL rings in October with the Chiefs and Raiders both unbeaten ahead of their divisional showdown. Philadelphia hosts the Rams in its first game since Monday’s loss, while Sunday starts early with Colts–Commanders in London on NFL Network. CBS also has three games in the late Sunday window, making regional coverage especially important this week.
The Week 4 NFL TV schedule below outlines the full slate from Thursday night through Monday’s finale. Along the way, I’ll spotlight my Game of the Week pick and point you toward the coverage tools you need to find the right regional matchups.
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CableTV.com’s NFL Game of the Week
Kansas City Chiefs at Las Vegas Raiders | CBS, Paramount+
Kickoff is Sunday, October 4, at 4:25 p.m. ET: Chiefs–Raiders is Week 4’s only meeting of undefeated teams, with both AFC West rivals sitting at 3–0. The matchup offers an early test of whether Las Vegas can challenge Kansas City for the division lead. That’s enough to earn our Game of the Week nod.
Kansas City beat Miami 24–10 last Sunday, though the game remained within reach until late in the fourth quarter. Patrick Mahomes completed 20 of 24 passes for 246 yards and two touchdowns, including an 11-yard score to Travis Kelce that helped seal the win. Now, the Chiefs will look to head into their Week 5 bye with a 4–0 record and another conference win in hand.
The Raiders bring plenty of momentum of their own after erasing an 11-point second-half deficit in a 35–27 win over New Orleans. Kirk Cousins threw three touchdowns, while Brock Bowers returned with 10 catches for 116 yards and a score. Las Vegas’ defense also forced four fourth-quarter turnovers to complete the comeback.
CBS has Chargers–Seahawks and Broncos–49ers in the same 4:25 p.m. ET window, so check which matchup your local station carries. Paramount+ streams your local CBS game, while NFL Sunday Ticket carries Chiefs–Raiders if it’s out of market in your area.
NFL TV schedule this week
Most NFL games outside the Sunday afternoon windows are nationally distributed, while CBS and FOX Sunday afternoon matchups vary by market. For full out-of-market access, you’ll need an NFL Sunday Ticket subscription. You can catch live look-ins on NFL RedZone, while NFL+ streams local and primetime games on phones and tablets.
Below is the complete list of NFL Week 4 matchups. Check the Week 4 TV coverage maps from 506 Sports and YouTube TV to see which CBS and FOX games air in your region.
NFL schedule this week FAQ
What week is it in the NFL?
It's Week 4 of the 2026 NFL regular season. Steelers–Browns opens the week Thursday, October 1, and Falcons–Saints closes it Monday, October 5.
Which NFL teams have a bye this week?
None. All 32 NFL teams play in Week 4. The first bye weeks arrive in Week 5, when the Carolina Panthers and Kansas City Chiefs get an early break.
What week does NFL flexible scheduling begin?
Sunday Night Football can be flexed beginning in Week 5. Monday Night Football becomes eligible in Week 12, and Thursday Night Football in Week 13.
Why you should trust us
Our CableTV.com Sports Editor, Taylor Kujawa, has been writing and refining this weekly NFL schedule guide since the 2022 season. Each week, he reviews the official league schedule and cross-references it with every broadcast partner. This process assures the channel listings for each matchup — including Spanish-language and alternate broadcasts — are always accurate.
Taylor’s “Game of the Week” selection comes from that hands-on experience, as he watches multiple games in their entirety every game week. His pick is a blend of on-field analysis (team performance, playoff stakes) and off-field expertise (broadcast accessibility). That dedicated, hands-on experience is what gives this TV guide a true fan’s perspective.
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