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The 2023 NFL season is underway with football fans tuning in every Thursday, Sunday and Monday to watch some of their favorite teams. While NFL Sunday Ticket is gaining popularity, the NFL coverage map is a guide that all football fans need.
While every NFL game is on television, many are on at the same time. As a result, TV networks and league officials agree to have certain teams broadcasted in certain markets. The NFL TV map shows you what games are being played in your area. The NFL broadcast map changes each week and we’ll provide you with updates throughout the season.
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Let’s dive into the NFL TV map for Week 3. We’ve also included kickoff times, networks and broadcaster information. The NFL broadcast maps are via 506sports.com.
NFL coverage map Week 3: Early games
There will be nine games in the early half of the Week 3 schedule, with those matchups between 16 teams broken up into being broadcasted on CBS and FOX. Here’s the NFL TV map for Week 3 on Sunday’s early slate.
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NFL broadcast map: CBS early games Week 3
| Color | Matchup | Channel | Time | Broadcasters |
| BROWN | Titans @ Browns | CBS | 1:00 PM ET | Spero Dedes, Adam Archuleta |
| GREEN | Broncos @ Dolphins | CBS | 1:00 PM ET | Kevin Harlan, Trent Green |
| RED | Patriots @ Jets | CBS | 1:00 PM ET | Jim Nantz, Tony Romo |
| YELLOW | Bills @ Commanders | CBS | 1:00 PM ET | Andrew Catalon, Matt Ryan, Tiki Barber |
| TEAL | Colts @ Ravens | CBS | 1:00 PM ET | Beth Mowins, James Lofton, Jay Feely |
The NFL TV map for Week 3 on CBS does not include the Carolina Panthers vs Seattle Seahawks (4:05 PM ET). That is the only CBS game on in the afternoon this Sunday. It will only. be available to people within the markets for the Seahawks and Panthers or for those with NFL Sunday Ticket on YouTube TV.
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Tennessee Titans @ Cleveland Browns – CBS – 1:00 PM ET – Spero Dedes and Adam Archuleta
In their first game without Nick Chubb, the Cleveland Browns face one of the best run defenses in the NFL. Tennessee should have great success containing Jerome Ford and Kareem Hubt, but the Titans’ secondary can be exploited. This will be a prove-it game for Deshaun Watson, with huge ramifications moving forward depending on his performance.
Denver Broncos @ Miami Dolphins – CBS – 1:00 PM ET – Kevin Harlan and Trent Green
Off to a 2-0 start, the Miami Dolphins return home for a matchup against the 0-2 Denver Broncos. Denver’s defense has struggled early this season, especially with the inconsistency of its pass rush. For those looking for highlight plays, Miami should provide a lot of them on Sunday.
New England Patriots @ New York Jets – CBS – 1:00 PM ET – Jim Nantz and Tony Romo
Following a blowout loss to the Dallas Cowboys, the New York Jets offense faces one of the best defenses in football once again. New York isn’t just without Aaron Rodgers, but left tackle Duane Brown is also out. This projects to be a low-scoring game, but the New England Patriots should win thanks to their defense.
Buffalo Bills @ Washington Commanders – CBS – 1:00 PM ET – Andrew Catalon, Matt Ryan, Tiki Barber
Sam Howell and the Washington Commanders are one of the biggest surprises through two weeks, but the real test is now. After nearly blowing the game against the Denver Broncos in Week 2, Washington’s defense now faces Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs. What fans should monitor closely is the Buffalo Bills pass rush vs Sam Howell. If Howell is pressured often, he’ll have a turnover and four-plus sacks. If Buffalo can’t get home, the Commanders could be 3-0 after Sunday.
Indianapolis Colts @ Baltimore Ravens – CBS – 1:00 PM ET – Andrew Catalon, Matt Ryan, Tiki Barber
The Indianapolis Colts will be without exciting rookie quarterback Anthony Richardson on Sunday, while the Baltimore Ravens already ruled out seven starters for this matchup. The Ravens’ defense should have success versus Gardner Minshew, but the real mismatch is Lamar Jackson and Baltimore’s receiving corps against an inexperienced Colts’ secondary.
NFL TV map Week 3: FOX early window
| Color | Matchup | Channel | Time | Broadcasters |
| RED | Falcons @ Lions | FOX | 1:00 PM ET | Adam Amin, Mark Schlereth |
| GREEN | Chargers @ Vikings | FOX | 1:00 PM ET | Kevin Kugler, Mark Sanchez |
| BLUE | Saints @ Packers | FOX | 1:00 PM ET | Kenny Albert, Jonathan Vilma |
| YELLOW | Texans @ Jaguars | FOX | 1:00 PM ET | Chris Myers, Robert Smith |
Atlanta Falcons @ Detroit Lions – FOX – 1 PM ET – Adam Amin, Mark Schlereth
Kicking things off Sunday on FOX, its a battle between the undefeated Atlanta Falcons and the 1-1 Detroit Lions. While Detroit will be without running back David Montgomery, it does have the offensive line to slow down the Falcons’ pass rush and a clean pocket is where Jared Goff shines. This is a coin-flip game and the winner will be viewed as a consensus top-10 team in NFL power rankings.
Los Angeles Chargers @ Minnesota Vikings – FOX – 1 PM ET – Kevin Kugler, Matk Sanchez
The best NFL game to watch on Sunday should be the Los Angeles Chargers vs Minnesota Vikings. It features two of the worst defenses in the NFL right now squaring off against electrifying offenses. Justin Herbert, Kirk Cousins, Keenan Allen and Justin Jefferson should all have huge performances in this one. We’d give the slight edge to Los Angeles due to the quarterback difference, but this game can go either way.
New Orleans Saints @ Green Bay Packers – FOX – 1 PM ET – Kenny Albert, Jonathan Vilma
The New Orleans Saints get a much better litmus test for their staying power in the NFC playoff picture on Sunday. Unlike the Saints’ previous two opponents, the Green Bay Packers have the offensive line and play-calling to exploit some weaknesses from New Orleans defensively. This might not be one of the highest-scoring games on Sunday, but you can be certain it will be a worthwhile watch.
Houston Texans @ Jacksonville Jaguars – FOX – 1 PM ET – Chris Myers, Robert Smith
Injuries will likely prevent this AFC South matchup from being even better. The Houston Texans are without left tackle Laremy Tunsil and cornerback Derek Stingley Jr. on Sunday, which means the Jacksonville Jaguars have two new matchups they can take advantage of. We expect C.J. Stroud to have some very bright moments, but the injuries and talent differential between these two rosters will be apparent after four quarters.
Week 3 NFL coverage map: Afternoon games
NFL broadcast map Week 3: CBS late game
| Color | Matchup | Channel | Time | Broadcasters |
| PURPLE | Panthers @ Seahawks | CBS | 4:05 PM | Ian Eagle, Charles Davis |
Carolina Panthers vs Seattle Seahawks – CBS 4:05 PM ET – Ian Eagle and Charles Davis
There is only one game on the NFL schedule for Week 3 in the afternoon on CBS. It’s the Carolina Panthers vs Seattle Seahawks, a matchup between two teams in need of a playoff win to maintain pace with other playoff contenders in the NFC. The rest of Sunday’s afternoon games are on FOX. Notably, Bryce Young will not play in Week 3.
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NFL TV map Week 3: FOX late window
| Color | Matchup | Channel | Time | Broadcasters |
| RED | Bears @ Chiefs | FOX | 4:25 PM ET | Kevin Burkhardt, Greg Olsen |
| BLUE | Cowboys @ Cardinals | FOX | 4:25 PM ET | Joe Davis, Daryl Johnston |
Chicago Bears vs Kansas City Chiefs – FOX – 4:25 PM ET – Kevin Burkhardt and Greg Olsen
In the later window on FOX’s Sunday NFL schedule, we’ve got the Chicago Bears vs Kansas City Chiefs kicking off at 4:25 PM ET. Kansas City is a heavy favorite in this matchup with many projecting the Chiefs’ offense to have it’s best performance of the season. There’s a chance this one will be a blowout by the third quarter.
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Dallas Cowboys vs Arizona Cardinals – FOX – 4:25 PM ET – Joe Davis and Daryl Johnston
The Dallas Cowboys vs Arizona Cardinals game in Week 3 will be on FOX. Kickoff between the Cowboys and Cardinals is at 4:25 PM ET. Arizona is widely viewed as one of the worst teams in the NFL, while Dallas is No. 1 in our NFL power rankings.
Ranking best NFL games to watch in Week 3
- Los Angeles Chargers vs Minnesota Vikings
- Atlanta Falcons vs Detroit Lions
- Los Angeles Rams vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers
- Indianapolis Colts vs Baltimore Ravens
- New Orleans Saints vs Green Bay Packers
- Pittsburgh Steelers vs Las Vegas Raiders
- Philadelphia Eagles vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers
- Buffalo Bills vs Washington Commanders
- Tennessee Titans vs Cleveland Browns
- Dallas Cowboys vs Arizona Cardinals
- Houston Texans vs Jacksonville Jaguars
- Denver Broncos vs Miami Dolphins
- New England Patriots vs New York Jets
- Chicago Bears vs Kansas City Chiefs
- New York Giants vs San Francisco 49ers
- Carolina Panthers vs Seattle Seahawks
National NFL broadcasts for Week 3
Here are the NFL games on national television for Week 2. Things are a bit different this week because there are two Monday Night Football games. Both games are available nationally, but they’ll be broadcast on different networks.
- Thursday Night Football – New York Giants vs San Francisco 49ers – Amazon Prime
- Sunday Night Football – Pittsburgh Steelers vs Las Vegas Raiders – NBC
- Monday Night Football – Philadelphia Eagles vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers – ABC
- Monday Night Football – Los Angeles Rams vs Cincinnati Bengals – ESPN, ESPN2
