Week 3 of the 2026 NFL regular season runs from Thursday, Sept. 24 through Monday, Sept. 28. The week begins with the Falcons visiting the Packers on Thursday night, features 14 games on Sunday (including an international matchup in Brazil), and wraps up with the Eagles at the Bears on Monday night.
Full Week 3 highlights and broadcast notes
– Thursday, Sept. 24: Falcons at Packers — Thursday night opener (streaming exclusive on Prime Video).
– Sunday, Sept. 27: 14 games across the day, including an international game in Brazil (the CBS window carries seven Sunday matchups, one of which is the Rio de Janeiro game).
– Sunday night: Rams at Broncos on NBC.
– Monday, Sept. 28: Eagles at Bears — 8:15 p.m. ET (ESPN and ABC).
How to watch
– FOX will televise six games on Sunday (four at 1 p.m. ET and two at 4:05 p.m. ET); FOX One may carry games but is subject to regional availability and blackout rules.
– CBS has seven Sunday games, including the Brazil international window.
– NBC airs Sunday Night Football (Rams vs. Broncos).
– The Thursday opener streamed only on Prime Video.
– Monday Night Football (Eagles vs. Bears) will air on ESPN and ABC and is also accessible through the FOX One/ESPN bundle options as applicable.
– Because some FOX windows are regionalized, the exact game shown in your area can vary; check local listings for what’s on in your market.
Keep an eye on the official NFL schedule for any updates as the season progresses. FOX Sports will provide ongoing coverage throughout the week.
Fan Take: The Brazil international game underscores the NFL’s push to grow its global audience — every overseas matchup helps expand the league’s footprint and fanbase. Meanwhile, a Monday night Illinois showdown closes the week with national attention, offering early-season momentum swings that fans will be watching closely.
Source: www.foxsports.com
