The NFL coverage map for Week 15 shows 13 games today across Fox and CBS, giving football fans maximum options on Sunday, December 14, 2025. Depending on your region, you’ll see different matchups in the early 1 p.m. ET window and late 4:25 p.m. ET slots, with Sunday Night Football headlining primetime on NBC.
🔥 Quick Facts
- 13 total games on Sunday, December 14, 2025, across the NFL
- CBS airs 6 games with regional coverage, including early and afternoon windows
- Fox broadcasts 7 games with its own set of regional matchups
- Minnesota Vikings face Dallas Cowboys on NBC at 5:20 p.m. ET in primetime
CBS Early Games and Regional Coverage
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CBS controls the early 1 p.m. ET Sunday window with six games that vary by region. Markets across America will see different matchups based on the regional broadcast map, including contests like Buffalo Bills vs. New England Patriots, Baltimore Ravens vs. Cincinnati Bengals, New York Jets vs. Jacksonville Jaguars, Arizona Cardinals vs. Houston Texans, and Washington Commanders vs. New York Giants.
Each CBS region gets two games during the early slot, allowing the network to cover more ground nationwide. The coverage maps determine which of the early afternoon contests appear in your area, so you’ll want to check your local affiliate to confirm which games air in your market.
Fox Sunday Afternoon Slate with Late Games
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Fox carries seven games across the day, including the late 4:25 p.m. ET window showcasing premium matchups. Green Bay Packers vs. Denver Broncos and Detroit Lions vs. Los Angeles Rams highlight the afternoon action, with each region receiving two Fox broadcasts that match the network’s coverage map strategy.
The late Fox games typically feature division rivals and competitive matchups designed to keep viewers engaged through the afternoon. Carolina Panthers vs. New Orleans Saints and other divisional tilts round out Fox’s comprehensive Week 15 lineup, with regional variations determining which teams get featured in your local broadcast area.
| Broadcast Network | Number of Games | Time Windows |
| CBS | 6 Games | 1:00 p.m. ET (Regional) |
| Fox | 7 Games | 1:00 p.m. & 4:25 p.m. ET |
| NBC | 1 Game | 5:20 p.m. ET (Sunday Night) |
Understanding Regional Coverage Maps for Your Area
The NFL uses regional broadcast maps to distribute games fairly across the country, ensuring each market gets quality matchups. CBS and Fox coordinate their coverage to provide two games per market in the early window and additional games in the afternoon slot. Your specific region determines which teams you’ll see, based on proximity, market size, and broadcast partnerships.
To find what games air in your area, check official NFL.com broadcast information, your local cable guide, or streaming services like Paramount+ (CBS), Fox Sports (Fox), and Peacock (NBC). Regional differences mean a fan in Los Angeles might see different early games than someone watching from New York or Dallas.
Vikings-Cowboys Primetime Matchup Sets Sunday Night Stage
Minnesota Vikings travel to Dallas Cowboys for NBC’s Sunday Night Football at 5:20 p.m. ET, capping off a massive Week 15 Sunday slate. This primetime game reaches national audiences on broadcast television and digital platforms, delivering must-watch football to fans everywhere. With the regular season entering its critical final weeks, this matchup carries significant playoff implications for both teams competing in the NFC.
The Vikings-Cowboys game ensures every NFL fan gets a prime-time contest regardless of regional coverage, making it the centerpiece of Sunday’s football action. Whether you caught your local team in the CBS or Fox windows, Sunday Night Football lets you stay engaged with marquee competition through evening hours.
Sources
- USA Today – NFL coverage maps and broadcast schedules for Week 15
- NFL.com – Official Week 15 schedule and regional broadcast information
- NBC Sports – Sunday Night Football primetime coverage details
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