2025 NFL Schedule: Full slate of CBS broadcast games, featuring a Week 9 showdown between the Chiefs and Bills

NFL on CBS 2025 Schedule: Every Game, Headliner, and Marquee Matchup Featuring Mahomes, Allen, and More

The wait is over for football fans eager to map out their weekends this fall—the NFL on CBS schedule for the 2025 season is officially here, and it’s packed with heavyweight matchups, primetime drama, and plenty of playoff implications. As the exclusive broadcast home of the AFC, CBS once again boasts an impressive roster of games featuring the league’s brightest stars and biggest franchises.

From Sunday afternoon clashes to holiday specials, CBS is delivering more NFL coverage than any other network this season, including the largest number of nationally televised games in the highly coveted 4:25 p.m. ET window. In fact, CBS will carry 10 national broadcasts in that slot—the most-watched window on television during the NFL season.

Primetime Marquee: Chiefs vs. Bills in Week 9
One of the most anticipated games on the CBS calendar is the Week 9 showdown between the Kansas City Chiefs and Buffalo Bills, airing Sunday, November 2, at 4:25 p.m. ET. This clash of AFC juggernauts—featuring two of the league’s elite quarterbacks in Patrick Mahomes and Josh Allen—will be the sole game broadcast nationally in that time window, making it a must-watch moment for football fans.

Thanksgiving Day Blockbuster: Chiefs at Cowboys
Just a few weeks later, the Chiefs will once again find themselves in the spotlight as they head to Dallas for a Thanksgiving Day showdown against the Cowboys on Thursday, November 27. With both franchises boasting massive national followings and Super Bowl aspirations, this holiday matchup is poised to be one of the highest-rated games of the year.

CBS: Home of the AFC and Postseason Action
CBS’s commitment to premier football coverage continues well into the postseason. As the long-standing broadcast partner of the AFC, CBS will televise a full slate of playoff games—including at least one Wild Card game, one Divisional Round matchup, and the AFC Championship Game. The network’s postseason presentation has become synonymous with high drama and historic moments, and this year promises more of the same.

Family Fun Continues with Nickelodeon Crossover
In addition to its traditional broadcasts, CBS will again partner with Nickelodeon for a special alternate telecast. This kid-friendly version has become a yearly tradition, bringing animated graphics, fun commentary, and a fresh twist to NFL action for younger viewers. The specific game chosen for this year’s Nickelodeon broadcast has not yet been announced.

Star-Studded Season with Mahomes, Allen, Burrow, and More
One of the hallmarks of the NFL on CBS is its star power. Week after week, viewers will be treated to matchups featuring some of the league’s most electrifying quarterbacks—Patrick Mahomes (Chiefs), Josh Allen (Bills), Lamar Jackson (Ravens), and Joe Burrow (Bengals). The 2025 season will also include a rare CBS appearance by the reigning Super Bowl champions, the Philadelphia Eagles, as they face off against the Denver Broncos in Week 5.

Whether it’s AFC rivalries, interconference showdowns, or high-stakes playoff implications, CBS Sports offers something for every football fan this fall.

Complete 2025 NFL on CBS Schedule
Below is a comprehensive, week-by-week breakdown of all games set to air on CBS throughout the 2025 NFL season. All kickoff times are listed in Eastern Time.