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NFL coverage map Week 8: NFL TV map, broadcast info for Sunday’s games, best games to watch

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 Week 8 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 8 We’ve also included kickoff times, networks and broadcaster information. The NFL broadcast maps are via 506sports.com.

NFL coverage map Week 8: Early Games

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There are nine early games in the 1:00 PM ET window in Week 8, with five games broadcasted on FOX and four games broadcasted on CBS. With no byes this Sunday, all 32 teams will be playing in Week 8. Our NFL TV map will show you everything you need to know for Sunday. Let’s dive in.

NFL TV map Week 8: CBS early games

ColorMatchupChannelTimeBroadcasters
REDJaguars @ SteelersCBS1:00 PM ETCharles Davis, Ian Eagle
YELLOWFalcons @ TitansCBS1:00 PM ETBeth Mowins, James Lofton, Jay Feely
GREENPatriots @ DolphinsCBS1:00 PM ETSpero Dedes, Adam Archuleta
BLUEJets @ GiantsCBS1:00 PM ETAndrew Catalon, TIki Barber, Matt Ryan

Jacksonville Jaguars vs Pittsburgh Steelers – 1:00 PM ET – CBS

The Jacksonville Jaguars and Pittsburgh Steelers have two of the best records in football, but neither team’s play has truly reflected that in recent weeks. Both offenses have experienced their share of issues, with the defense often coming up big in victories. While there aren’t a lot of believers outside of Pittsburgh and Jacksonville, a win on Sunday will change that for one of these teams.

Atlanta Falcons vs Tennessee Titans – 1:00 PM ET – CBS

With the Tennessee Titans moving to a quarterback rotation and already offloading talent ahead of the trade deadline, things could get ugly. Atlanta Falcons quarterback Desmond Ridder has a great shot at one of his best performances in his career against a struggling Titans’ defense and Bijan Robinson returns to a featured role in Week 8.

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New England Patriots vs Miami Dolphins – 1:00 PM ET – CBS

The New England Patriots kept things close with the Miami Dolphins when they last met, but these two teams are on very different tiers. Miami’s defense is welcoming back All-Pro cornerback Jalen Ramsey on Sunday and its cast of offensive weapons should deliver explosive plays with the Patriots’ defense dealing with multiple absences.

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New York Jets vs New York Giants – 1:00 PM ET – CBS

It’s the battle of in-state rivals with both the New York Giants and New York Jets playing better football as of late. While Giants’ quarterback Daniel Jones is out, New York’s offense has actually functioned better without him. Given the Jets’ defensive advantages, it should be the pick to win on Sunday afternoon.

Week 8 NFL coverage map: CBS late games

ColorMatchupChannelTimeBroadcasters
REDBengals @ 49ersCBS4:25 PM ETJim Nantz, Tony Romo
BLUEChiefs @ BroncosCBS4:25 PM ETTrent Green, Kevin Harlan
GREENRavens @ CardinalsCBS4:25 PM ETChris Lewis, Ross Tucker

Cincinnati Bengals vs San Francisco 49ers – CBS – 4:25 PM ET

Easily one of the best NFL games in Week 8 is the Cincinnati Bengals vs San Francisco 49ers matchup. Cincinnati is coming off a bye, providing Joe Burrow (calf) and Tee Higgins (ribs) with an opportunity to get healthier. Already coming off consecutive losses, the 49ers could be without Brock Purdy (concussion) on Sunday. Even without Purdy, the 49ers are favored to beat the Bengals.

Kansas City Chiefs vs Denver Broncos – CBS – 4:25 PM ET

A week ago, the Kansas City Chiefs offense finally seemed to find its rhythm and its defense is already playing lights-out football. Neither of those two things bode well for the Denver Broncos, who struggled to beat the Green Bay Packers in Week 7. There’s a chance we could reach blowout territory with this game. Will Taylor Swift be in attendance? We’ll find out.

Baltimore Ravens vs Arizona Cardinals – CBS – 4:25 PM ET

After a clash of titans with the Detroit Lions in Week 7, the Baltimore Ravens now hope to avoid falling into the proverbial trap game against the Arizona Cardinals. Based on how poorly the Cardinals’ defense has played in recent weeks, this could be another blowup spot for the Ravens’ offense.

NFL broadcast map Week 8: FOX NFL schedule

ColorMatchupChannelTimeBroadcasters
REDRams @ CowboysFOX1:00 PM ETGreg Olsen, Kevin Burkhardt
YELLOWVikings @ PackersFOX1:00 PM ETJonathan Vilma, Kenny Albert
ORANGESaints @ ColtsFOX1:00 PM ETMark Sanchez, Kevin Kugler
GREENEagles @ CommandersFOX1:00 PM ETMark Schlereth, Chris Myers
TEALTexans @ PanthersFOX1:00 PM ETRobert Smith, Brandon Gaudin
PURPLEBrowns @ SeahawksFOX4:05 PM ETDaryl Johnston, Adam Amin

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Ranking best NFL games to watch in Week 8

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Here is our rankings for the best NFL games to watch this weekend, including the primetime games.

  1. Cincinnati Bengals vs San Francisco 49ers – CBS
  2. Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs Buffalo Bills – Amazon Prime
  3. Cleveland Browns vs Seattle Seahawks – FOX
  4. Minnesota Vikings vs Green Bay Packers – FOX
  5. Los Angeles Rams vs Dallas Cowboys – FOX
  6. Baltimore Ravens vs Arizona Cardinals – CBS
  7. Houston Texans vs Carolina Panthers – FOX
  8. Jacksonville Jaguars vs Pittsburgh Steelers – CBS
  9. Kansas City Chiefs vs Denver Broncos – CBS
  10. New Orleans Saints vs Indianapolis Colts – FOX
  11. Las Vegas Raiders vs Detroit Lions – ESPN
  12. Philadelphia Eagles vs Washington Commanders – FOX
  13. New England Patriots vs Miami Dolphins – CBS
  14. Chicago Bears vs Los Angeles Chargers – NBC
  15. Atlanta Falcons vs Tennessee Titans – CBS
  16. New York Jets vs New York Giants – CBS

National NFL broadcasts for Week 8

NFL: Los Angeles Chargers at Kansas City Chiefs
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Here are the nationally televised NFL games for Week 8. As previously mentioned, there is no NFL International Series this Sunday, meaning no games in the morning on NFL Network or ESPN+. Here’s the full NFL primetime schedule for Week 8.

  • Thursday Night Football – Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs Buffalo Bills – Amazon Prime
  • Sunday Night Football – Chicago Bears vs Los Angeles Chargers – NBC
    • Broadcasters: Cris Collinsworth, Mike Tirico
  • Monday Night Football – Las Vegas Raiders vs Detroit Lions – ESPN/ABC
    • Broadcasters: Joe Buck and Troy Aikman
    • ManningCast: Peyton and Eli Manning – ESPN2

Which NFL games are nationally televised?

In Week 8, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs Buffalo Bills (Amazon Prime, Thursday Night Football), Chicago Bears vs Los Angeles Chargers (NBC, Sunday Night Football) and Las Vegas Raiders vs Detroit Lions (ESPN, Monday Night Football) are this week’s nationally-televised NFL games.

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