If you’re looking for some Sunday night football tonight, you’ve come to the right place. The Dallas Cowboys are on the road to face the Green Bay Packers on NBC/Peacock in prime time at Lambeau Field. Kickoff is set for 8:20 p.m. ET.
This article will include where and when it is going to start, the TV channel, how to stream it and what to look out for. Read on to learn how to prepare for the first snap.
Sunday Night Football Schedule and Matchup
The Cowboys and Packers will face off Sunday, Oct. 18, 2026. The game will be played at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, WI as the home team.
Both sides come off of a poor win-loss record. Last Sunday, the Packers routed the Chicago Bears, 31-7. The Cowboys suffered a loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Thursday Night Football Oct. 8, 24-16. That gives Dallas a second chance to come back on one of the largest stages in the NFL and Green Bay will continue to maintain its hot streak in front of home fans. The official NFL site for each team’s current record will be updated prior to the game.
What Time Is Sunday Night Football Tonight?
Kickoff is at 8:20 p.m. ET. That is 7:20 p.m. CT, 6:20 p.m. MT and 5:20 p.m. PT.
NBC’s pregame show, Football Night in America, usually starts at 7:00 p.m. ET. You can tune into early to get news, analysis and highlights of the day’s games.
Outside the U.S. change time to your local time! The game, for instance, begins at 1:20 a.m. Monday, Oct. 19, in Britain.
TV Channel and Live Stream Options
The broadcast of Sunday Night Football is on NBC. If you have cable or satellite, turn on your local NBC channel and watch.
It’s also available to view on the NBC Sports app and on NBCSports.com (via login with your TV provider).
If you don’t have cable, then you can stream the game live on Peacock. A few live TV streaming services will air the game that also offer your local NBC station. An over-the-air antenna will work as well, if NBC has a station in your area.
If NBC is not on your TV, call your cable or satellite TV company for assistance.
Announcers and Broadcast Team
NBC’s broadcast team for the 2026 season is Mike Tirico on play-by-play, Cris Collinsworth as the analyst, Melissa Stark on the sideline and Terry McAulay as the rules analyst. It’s the same crew that calls every Sunday Night Football game this season.
Key Players and Storylines to Watch
Let’s begin with the quarterbacks. In a prime time game, it may be the team with the ball and the least number of errors that is going to win. Look at the Green Bay rush going on Dallas, and how the Packers play the Cowboy defense and the Cowboy defense plays the Packers.
It is also important to the running game. A good ground attack can dictate the tempo and keep the other attack on the sidelines. Another to keep an eye on are third-down plays: the contest’s outcome is frequently determined by who gets the ball and stays on the field.
Special teams can make or break a game, watch kicks, punt returns and returns. Last, but not least, consider the audience! One of the premier NFL stadiums, Lambeau Field is where a big home crowd can make it difficult for the visiting offense.
Injury News and Weather Updates
Official injury reports are sent out during the week and the final list of players not to be included in the game is sent out approximately 90 minutes before kickoff. Visit the NFL website or each team’s social media for the most up-to-date updates on who will be playing.
Weather also can have a factor. The weather in Green Bay in late October can be chilly, windy or damp. Under such circumstances, passing and kicking can become more difficult, and can lead teams to run the ball more. Look at the weather forecast close to the time the game is going to take place for temperature, wind, and rain.
FAQs
1.When does Sunday Night Football begin?
Kickoff is at 8:20 p.m. ET, which is 7:20 p.m. CT and 5:20 p.m. PT. Football Night in America usually begins at 7:00 p.m. ET on NBC.
2.What channel is Sunday Night Football on?
The game is on NBC. Cable and satellite TV viewers will have access to it, as will viewers with a login from a TV provider who have the NBC Sports app.
3.How to watch Sunday Night Football without cable?
Yes. Peacock televises the Sunday Night Football live. A live TV streaming service with your local NBC station will work as will an antenna.
4.Who’s playing on Sunday Night Football and where?
The Dallas Cowboys play the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, WI. The game is on Sunday, Oct. 18, 2026, with kickoff at 8:20 p.m. ET on NBC and Peacock.
5.Who will be calling the game?
Mike Tirico will be play-by-play and Cris Collinsworth will be the analyst. Sideline reporter Melissa Stark and rules/ex officiant Terry McAulay.
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