The first Sunday of the 2026 NFL season is here, and eight games are underway in the early window. Twenty-six teams will play today, capped by Giants and Cowboys on Sunday Night Football. Follow along with The Athletic for live scores,

Later in the day, we'll watch an NFC North grudge match in the form of Packers vs. Vikings, and an NFC East rivalry in Commanders vs. Eagles. Plus, Malik Willis makes his Dolphins debut in Sin City, while Jeremiyah Love is expected to make his NFL debut against Jim Harbaugh's Chargers.

The Detroit Lions are hosting the New Orleans Saints in Week 1 of the NFL season at Ford Field. Follow the score, video highlights and live updates.

The Cincinnati Bengals host the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 1 at Paycor Stadium. Follow along for live updates and analysis.

There's a full slate of NFL action Sunday on CBS and FOX. Here's a look at the Week 1 TV coverage maps. NFL Week 1 continues Sunday with 13 games across CBS, Fox and NBC. Here’s the full schedule, TV channels and kickoff times. The 2026 NFL season is here.

New Orleans Saints defensive back Quincy Riley and linebacker Pete Werner come up with back-to-back pass breakups to stop the Detroit Lions' drive in Week 1 of the 2026 NFL season.

Watch highlights from the Week 1 matchup between the New England Patriots and the Seattle Seahawks. Seattle Seahawks cornerback Josh Jobe finishes the job with a game-sealing interception on New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye. Seattle Seahawks linebacker Derick Hall sacks New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye for the second time.

The Atlanta Falcons are facing the Pittsburgh Steelers on the road in Week 1 of the 2026 NFL season.

The Chicago Bears kick off the 2026 NFL season against the Carolina Panthers, where head coach Ben Johnson is looking for his first Week 1 win.

Highlights from the Week 1 matchup between the San Francisco 49ers and the Los Angeles Rams during the 2026 NFL season.