The Washington Commanders, with a new general manager and coach, won a whopping eight more games in 2024 compared to the season prior. Coming into this season, they’re trying to make their meteoric rise even higher.
Can this iteration of Washington compete with the NFL’s upper echelon and perhaps earn a trip to the Super Bowl? Here’s everything you need to know about watching the 2025–2026 Washington Commanders.
What channels show Washington Commanders games?
During the 2025 NFL season, Washington Commanders games will appear on the following channels and streaming services:
All games airing in your region on CBS will also stream on Paramount+, while Peacock carries every NBC matchup. Additionally, you can stream all in-market and primetime games on your mobile device with NFL+.
2025–2026 Washington Commanders TV schedule
The 2025-2026 Commanders TV schedule features two matchups against the defending Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles, and a marquee Christmas Day game on Netflix against the Dallas Cowboys.
Check out the complete TV schedule below, which includes game times and channel listings.
| Week | Opponent | Date | Time (ET) | Channel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Preseason | At New England Patriots | Friday, Aug. 8 | 7:30 p.m. | WUSA9 |
| Preseason | Cincinnati Bengals | Monday, Aug. 18 | 8:00 p.m. | ESPN |
| Preseason | Baltimore Ravens | Saturday, Aug. 23 | Noon | WUSA9 |
| Week 1 | New York Giants | Sunday, Sept. 7 | 1:00 p.m. | FOX |
| Week 2 | At Green Bay Packers | Tuesday, Sept. 11 | 8:15 p.m. | Amazon Prime Video |
| Week 3 | Las Vegas Raiders | Sunday, Sept. 21 | 1:00 p.m. | FOX |
| Week 4 | At Atlanta Falcons | Sunday, Sept. 28 | 1:00 p.m. | CBS, Paramount+ |
| Week 5 | At Los Angeles Chargers | Sunday, Oct. 5 | 4:25 p.m. | FOX |
| Week 6 | Chicago Bears | Monday, Oct. 13 | 8:15 p.m. | ESPN |
| Week 7 | At Dallas Cowboys | Sunday, Oct. 19 | 4:25 p.m. | FOX |
| Week 8 | At Kansas City Chiefs | Monday, Oct. 27 | 8:15 p.m. | ABC, ESPN |
| Week 9 | Seattle Seahawks | Sunday, Nov. 2 | 8:20 p.m. | NBC, Peacock |
| Week 10 | Detroit Lions | Sunday, Nov. 9 | 4:25 p.m. | FOX |
| Week 11 | At Miami Dolphins (In Madrid) | Sunday, Nov. 16 | 9:30 a.m. | NFL Network |
| Week 12 | Bye Week | — | — | — |
| Week 13 | Denver Broncos | Sunday, Nov. 30 | 8:20 p.m. | NBC, Peacock |
| Week 14 | At Minnesota Vikings | Sunday, Dec. 7 | 1:00 p.m. | FOX |
| Week 15 | At New York Giants | Sunday, Dec. 14 | 1:00 p.m. | FOX |
| Week 16 | Philadelphia Eagles | TBD | TBD | FOX |
| Week 17 | Dallas Cowboys | Thursday, Dec. 25 | 1:00 p.m. | Netflix |
| Week 18 | At Philadelphia Eagles | TBD | TBD | TBD |
Data effective as of post date.
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Which TV providers carry the Washington Commanders?
Nearly every TV provider offers Commanders games, but the number of games you’ll get depends on your location because of the NFL’s TV blackout policies.
| Provider | Price | ABC | CBS | FOX | ESPN | NBC | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cox | $71.00–$162.00/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Read Cox review |
| DIRECTV | $84.99–$164.99/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
View Plans for DIRECTV Read DIRECTV review |
| Stream with DIRECTV | $84.99–$164.99/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
View Plans for DIRECTV STREAM Read Stream with DIRECTV review |
| DISH | $91.99–$121.99/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
View Plans for DISH Read DISH review |
| Fubo | $14.99–$94.99/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
View Plans for FuboTV Read Fubo review |
| Hulu + Live TV | $81.99–$95.99/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
View Plans for Hulu Read Hulu + Live TV review |
| Optimum | $30.00–$160.00/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
View Plans for Optimum Read Optimum review |
| Philo | $28.00/mo. | — | — | — | — | — |
View Plans for Philo Read Philo review |
| Sling TV | $45.99–$60.99/mo. | ✔* | — | ✔* | ✔ | ✔* |
View Plans for Sling TV Read Sling TV review |
| Spectrum | $40.00–$105.00/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Check Availability Read Spectrum review |
| Verizon Fios | $95.00–$139.00/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
View Plans for Verizon Read Verizon Fios review |
| Xfinity | $20.00–$80.00/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Read Xfinity review |
| YouTube TV | $82.99/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
View Plans for YouTube TV Read YouTube TV review |
Data effective as of post date. Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change.
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How to watch Washington Commanders FAQ
Do the Washington Commanders play on Christmas this year?
Yes, the Commanders have the privilege of playing a marquee matchup against the Dallas Cowboys on Christmas Day 2025 at 1:00 p.m. ET. It’ll stream exclusively on Netflix and air on a local D.C. TV affiliate station.
When do the Washington Commanders play the Eagles?
The Commanders play the Philadelphia Eagles twice during the 2025-2026 season. The first game is in Week 16, while the second is Week 18 matchup. The dates and times of those games are TBD.
Where do the Washington Commanders play?
The Commanders play at Northwest Stadium (formerly FedExField) in Landover, Maryland.
Why you should trust us
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Disclaimer
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