NFL Week 5 2026 TV Schedule: Every Game, Channel and How to Watch on DIRECTV
NFL Week 5 runs Thursday, October 8, through Monday, October 12, with 15 games. It starts with Buccaneers at Cowboys on Prime Video, includes a second straight Sunday-morning London game with Eagles vs. Jaguars on NFL Network, and wraps up with Ravens at Falcons on NBC and Bills at Rams on ESPN and ABC. The Carolina Panthers and Kansas City Chiefs have the first byes of the season.
NFL Week 5 schedule and TV channels
All times Eastern.
| Date | Game | Kickoff (ET) | TV / streaming |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thu., Oct. 8 | Buccaneers at Cowboys | 8:15 p.m. | Prime Video |
| Sun., Oct. 11 | Eagles vs. Jaguars (London) | 9:30 a.m. | NFL Network |
| Sun., Oct. 11 | Bengals at Dolphins | 1 p.m. | FOX |
| Sun., Oct. 11 | Raiders at Patriots | 1 p.m. | CBS |
| Sun., Oct. 11 | Vikings at Saints | 1 p.m. | FOX |
| Sun., Oct. 11 | Browns at Jets | 1 p.m. | CBS |
| Sun., Oct. 11 | Colts at Steelers | 1 p.m. | CBS |
| Sun., Oct. 11 | Texans at Titans | 1 p.m. | CBS |
| Sun., Oct. 11 | Giants at Commanders | 1 p.m. | FOX |
| Sun., Oct. 11 | Bears at Packers | 1 p.m. | FOX |
| Sun., Oct. 11 | Broncos at Chargers | 4:05 p.m. | CBS |
| Sun., Oct. 11 | Lions at Cardinals | 4:25 p.m. | FOX |
| Sun., Oct. 11 | 49ers at Seahawks | 4:25 p.m. | FOX |
| Sun., Oct. 11 | Ravens at Falcons (SNF) | 8:20 p.m. | NBC |
| Mon., Oct. 12 | Bills at Rams (MNF) | 8:15 p.m. | ESPN and ABC |
Byes: Carolina Panthers, Kansas City Chiefs. CBS and FOX Sunday-afternoon games are regional, so check local listings for the games in your market.
Week 5 channels on DIRECTV
| Network | DIRECTV channel | Included with |
|---|---|---|
| CBS, FOX, NBC | Local channels, vary by market | All core packages where locals are available |
| ABC (MNF simulcast) | Local channel, varies by market | All core packages where locals are available |
| ESPN | 206 | ENTERTAINMENT and higher |
| NFL Network | 212 | CHOICE and higher |
| NFL RedZone | 211 | Add-on; included with PREMIER |
| Prime Video (Thursday) | App on Gemini devices | Separate Amazon subscription |
How to watch Week 5 games on DIRECTV
Thursday: Buccaneers at Cowboys on Prime Video
Thursday Night Football streams on Prime Video, which comes preloaded on DIRECTV Gemini devices. You'll need an Amazon account with Prime Video. The TNF setup is the same as Week 4's, which we explain in our Steelers vs. Browns guide.
Sunday morning: Eagles vs. Jaguars in London
Philadelphia and Jacksonville kick off at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium at 9:30 a.m. ET (2:30 p.m. in London) on NFL Network, DIRECTV channel 212. NFL Network is part of CHOICE and higher packages.
Sunday afternoon: CBS and FOX
CBS has the 4:05 p.m. game, Broncos at Chargers, and FOX has both 4:25 p.m. games, Lions at Cardinals and 49ers at Seahawks. Bears at Packers was moved to 1 p.m. on FOX. DIRECTV includes your local CBS and FOX stations with core packages where local channels are available.
Sunday night: Ravens at Falcons on NBC
Sunday Night Football airs on your local NBC station at 8:20 p.m. ET and streams on Peacock, a separate subscription.
Monday night: Bills at Rams on ESPN and ABC
This week's Monday game is simulcast on ESPN (channel 206) and ABC, so any DIRECTV package with local channels can watch on your ABC station. With ESPN in your package, you can also stream it with ESPN Unlimited, which DIRECTV offers at no extra cost to eligible customers. Rams fans can find more in our Rams season guide.
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Extras for football fans
- NFL RedZone (channel 211) is an add-on for most packages and included with PREMIER. See our RedZone guide.
- Out-of-market games: compare NFL Sunday Ticket prices for 2026-27.
- Streaming DIRECTV: the MySports Genre Pack includes ESPN and NFL Network.
- October baseball: Week 5 falls during the Division Series. See our ALDS and NLDS guides.
Looking back? Here's the NFL Week 4 TV schedule.
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Frequently asked questions
What channel is Eagles vs. Jaguars in London on?
NFL Network, DIRECTV channel 212, at 9:30 a.m. ET on Sunday, October 11.
Who plays Thursday Night Football in Week 5?
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers visit the Dallas Cowboys at 8:15 p.m. ET on Thursday, October 8, on Prime Video.
Is Monday Night Football on ABC in Week 5?
Yes. Bills at Rams airs on both ESPN and ABC at 8:15 p.m. ET on Monday, October 12.
Which teams are on bye in Week 5?
The Carolina Panthers and Kansas City Chiefs.
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Details reviewed September 30, 2026. Kickoff times and networks are subject to change, including flexible scheduling. Regional CBS and FOX coverage varies by market. Channel lineups, carriage and package prices may change. NFL, DIRECTV and related marks belong to their respective owners. American TV is an independent dealer and resource site.