Week 3 of the 2026 season brings another international game and a full slate of early-season tests. The NFL Week 3 Schedule opens Thursday, September 24, when the Atlanta Falcons visit the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field.
Kickoff is set for 8:15 p.m. ET on Amazon Prime Video. Sunday, September 27, features a busy afternoon and evening window highlighted by the league’s first regular-season game in Rio de Janeiro. The Baltimore Ravens face the Dallas Cowboys at the iconic Maracanã Stadium at 4:25 p.m. ET on CBS. Monday Night Football closes the week on September 28 with the Philadelphia Eagles traveling to face the Chicago Bears.
Full NFL Week 3 Schedule 2026
Thursday, September 24 Atlanta Falcons at Green Bay Packers 8:15 p.m. ET – Amazon Prime Video
Sunday, September 27 1:00 p.m. ET Los Angeles Chargers at Buffalo Bills – FOX Carolina Panthers at Cleveland Browns – FOX New York Jets at Detroit Lions – FOX Houston Texans at Indianapolis Colts – CBS New England Patriots at Jacksonville Jaguars – CBS Kansas City Chiefs at Miami Dolphins – CBS Tennessee Titans at New York Giants – CBS Cincinnati Bengals at Pittsburgh Steelers – CBS Seattle Seahawks at Washington Commanders – FOX
4:05 p.m. ET Arizona Cardinals at San Francisco 49ers – FOX Minnesota Vikings at Tampa Bay Buccaneers – FOX
4:25 p.m. ET Baltimore Ravens vs. Dallas Cowboys (Rio de Janeiro, Brazil) – CBS Las Vegas Raiders at New Orleans Saints – CBS
8:20 p.m. ET Los Angeles Rams at Denver Broncos – NBC / Peacock
Monday, September 28 Philadelphia Eagles at Chicago Bears 8:15 p.m. ET – ESPN / ABC
How to watch every game
Amazon Prime Video carries the Thursday night contest exclusively. CBS games (including the Rio matchup) stream on Paramount+. FOX games are available on the FOX app and FOX One. NBC’s Sunday night game streams on Peacock. ESPN/ABC Monday Night Football is available on the ESPN app and major live-TV services such as Fubo, YouTube TV and Hulu + Live TV.
NFL+ offers mobile streaming of local and primetime games. The Rio game will also be available on mobile via NFL+.
Why this week stands out
The Maracanã Stadium game marks the NFL’s first regular-season contest in Rio de Janeiro and continues the league’s aggressive international expansion. Pairing two high-profile franchises in a historic venue creates a unique global spotlight.
On the domestic side, several early contenders face stiff tests. The Packers host Atlanta in a Thursday night environment that has historically favored the home team, while the Eagles-Bears Monday night matchup offers a classic NFC battle under the lights.
MORE: 2026 NFL Schedule: Complete Team-by-Team Season Guide
The third week already carries weight. Mark the times and channels so you don’t miss any of the action.
FAQ
When does NFL schedule week 3 season begin? Thursday, September 24, with the Atlanta Falcons at the Green Bay Packers at 8:15 p.m. ET on Amazon Prime Video.
Where is the Ravens-Cowboys game being played? At Maracanã Stadium in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on Sunday, September 27, at 4:25 p.m. ET on CBS.
How to watch the full NFL Week 3 Schedule 2026? Games air on Amazon, CBS, FOX, NBC and ESPN/ABC, with corresponding streams on Prime Video, Paramount+, FOX platforms, Peacock and the ESPN app.What time is Monday Night Football in Week 3? The Philadelphia Eagles visit the Chicago Bears at 8:15 p.m. ET on September 28 on ESPN and ABC.
