Week 11 NFL games hit your TV on November 16, 2025. Just two teams take byes this week. CBS and Fox split the action with regional coverage maps. Check what airs in your area with this complete guide.
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🔥 Quick Facts:
- 13 NFL games air Sunday with only two bye teams.
- CBS broadcasts six games across early and late windows.
- Fox carries six games with regional splits.
- Bills vs. Buccaneers gets national CBS coverage.
- Rams vs. Seahawks dominates West Coast Fox slots.
Understanding Your NFL Coverage Map Breakdown
The NFL coverage map for Week 11 shows exactly which games air in your region. CBS splits games across early windows at 1:00 p.m. ET. Late games kick off at 4:25 p.m. ET on CBS. Fox games start at 1:00 p.m. ET or 4:05 p.m. ET for afternoon slots.
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Regional coverage means you get different games depending on your location. East Coast viewers often see different matchups than West Coast fans. 506 Sports provides the official coverage maps used by broadcasters nationwide.
“Just two teams, the Indianapolis Colts and New Orleans Saints, will have the week off in Week 11. That means 13 total games will be played on Sunday.”
CBS Early Window Games and Regional Coverage
The CBS early window at 1:00 p.m. ET features three matchups. Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Buffalo Bills dominates nationally, visible in red on most maps. Cincinnati Bengals at Pittsburgh Steelers appears in blue zones primarily. Los Angeles Chargers at Jacksonville Jaguars airs in select green regions on the coverage map.
The Bills vs. Buccaneers figures as the flagship CBS early game. Both teams seek redemption after Week 10 losses. This matchup gets priority placement across most U.S. markets except areas with local interest. Miami, New York, Boston, and most Eastern markets show this game in red.
Pittsburgh and Cincinnati attract viewers in Northeast and Midwest regions. The Bengals rely on Joe Burrow returning to the field. San Diego, Jacksonville, Los Angeles, and Orlando markets primarily receive the Chargers vs. Jaguars contest.
Table: CBS Early Window Week 11 Games
| Game | Time (ET) | Coverage Color | Main Markets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buccaneers at Bills | 1:00 p.m. | Red (National) | Most U.S. markets |
| Bengals at Steelers | 1:00 p.m. | Blue | Northeast, Pennsylvania |
| Chargers at Jaguars | 1:00 p.m. | Green | San Diego, Jacksonville, LA |
Most viewers outside select regional zones see the Buccaneers-Bills matchup at 1:00 p.m. on CBS. The broadcast quality and match intrigue make this the network’s early flagship attraction.
Fox Coverage Map and Regional Matchups
Fox broadcasts six games split across early and late windows. Early games at 1:00 p.m. ET feature four matchups. Late-window games kick off at 4:05 p.m. ET. Fox maps show six unique color codes for different regional pairings.
The Los Angeles Rams vs. Seattle Seahawks game gets the spotlight in late-window broadcasts. Both teams sit tied for first in the NFC West. Winner takes sole possession of the division lead. This matchup appears in blue on late Fox maps nationwide.
San Francisco 49ers at Arizona Cardinals appears in orange for late-window slots. The Chicago Bears at Minnesota Vikings gets red early-window coverage. Green Bay Packers at New York Giants shows in green zones. Carolina Panthers at Atlanta Falcons displays yellow, mainly Southeast markets.
Fox Early and Late Window Schedule
| Game | Time (ET) | Window | Coverage Zone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bears at Vikings | 1:00 p.m. | Early | Central, Midwest |
| Packers at Giants | 1:00 p.m. | Early | Northeast, Mid-Atlantic |
| Panthers at Falcons | 1:00 p.m. | Early | Southeast, Carolinas |
| Texans at Titans | 1:00 p.m. | Early | South-Central, Tennessee |
| Seahawks at Rams | 4:05 p.m. | Late | West Coast, National |
| 49ers at Cardinals | 4:05 p.m. | Late | Southwest, Pacific |
CBS Late Window and AFC West Drama
The CBS late window at 4:25 p.m. ET showcases critical divisional matchups. Kansas City Chiefs at Denver Broncos dominates in red across most markets nationwide. This game has major AFC West implications for championship seeding and division titles.
The Denver Broncos defeated Kansas City last season, snapping a long losing streak. Victory Sunday puts Denver within striking distance of ending Kansas City’s divisional dominance. Kansas City comes in as Super Bowl favorites nationally.
Baltimore Ravens at Cleveland Browns appears in blue, primarily visible in Northeast and Mid-Atlantic markets. This AFC North matchup holds playoff implications for both squads fighting for position.
Which Games Air Where Today?
Major TV markets see specific games based on CBS and Fox regional assignments. New York gets Bills vs. Buccaneers early, then Chiefs vs. Broncos late. Los Angeles viewers see Chargers vs. Jaguars early plus Seahawks vs. Rams late.
Chicago fans watch Bills vs. Buccaneers early with Bears vs. Vikings unavailable in-market. Philadelphia receives Bengals vs. Steelers and Packers vs. Giants early. Dallas-Fort Worth gets Bills vs. Buccaneers and Bears vs. Vikings.
San Francisco viewers see Bills vs. Buccaneers early, then 49ers vs. Cardinals late. Washington D.C. fans get Bengals vs. Steelers and Ravens vs. Browns. Houston gets Bills vs. Buccaneers and Texans vs. Titans.
Will Your Team Get National Coverage Today?
Only three games receive truly national or near-national attention this week. Tampa Bay at Buffalo dominates CBS coverage in red zones. Kansas City at Denver appears nationwide in the late CBS window.
The Seahawks vs. Rams showdown attracts strong West Coast and national appeal on very. However, select Eastern markets may miss this premium late-window contest.
Most other matchups remain regionally split based on market location and traditional media assignments. Rural and smaller markets sometimes get default national coverage if local interest remains low.
How Do NFL Coverage Maps Actually Work?
The NFL coverage system divides each nation into regional territories. Each network (CBS, Fox) covers specific zones for early and late windows. Teams with local interest get priority placement in their home regions.
Color-coded maps show which game appears in which area. Red typically signals the primary national broadcast. Blue, green, yellow, and orange denote regional assignments. 506 Sports maintains the official coverage map database.
Broadcasters make coverage decisions based on team records, playoff implications, and local viewership predictions. Competitive games and divisional matchups earn broader distribution slots.
Can You Stream These Games Online?
CBS games stream on Paramount+ and NFL+ platforms simultaneously with TV broadcasts. Fox games appear on Fox Sports app and website, plus select streaming services.
NFL+ subscription grants access to local and primetime games year-round. Paramount+ offers CBS broadcasts through cable authentication or paid subscription tiers. Amazon Prime Video and cable-style services like Fubo, YouTube TV, and Hulu + Live TV all carry both networks.
- Check 506 Sports before game time for official coverage confirmation.
- Verify your market assignment on coverage maps provided by broadcasters.
- Download Paramount+ or Fox Sports app for streaming access.
- Subscribe to NFL+ for guaranteed access to most regional games.
- Call your cable provider to confirm CBS and Fox availability in-market.
What About Other Key Week 11 Games?
Sunday Night Football on NBC features Philadelphia Eagles vs. Detroit Lions at 8:20 p.m. ET. This matchup airs nationally on NBC, Peacock, and through cable providers.
NFL Network broadcasts Washington Commanders vs. Miami Dolphins live from Madrid, Spain at 9:30 a.m. ET. This NFL International Series game reaches viewers nationwide through NFL+.
Monday Night Football opens with Dallas Cowboys vs. Las Vegas Raiders on ESPN and ABC at 8:15 p.m. ET, wrapping the week’s action.
Complete Week 11 Schedule at a Glance
| Network | Game Count | Broadcast Windows |
|---|---|---|
| CBS | 5 games | Early: 1:00 p.m. | Late: 4:25 p.m. |
| Fox | 6 games | Early: 1:00 p.m. | Late: 4:05 p.m. |
| NBC/Peacock | 1 game | Sunday Night: 8:20 p.m. |
| NFL Network/+ | 1 game | Morning: 9:30 a.m. (Madrid) |
| ESPN/ABC | 1 game | Monday Night: 8:15 p.m. |
Will You Find Your Favorite Team Televised Today?
The NFL coverage map virtually guarantees every team airs somewhere on Week 11. Teams on bye (Indianapolis and New Orleans) won’t appear. Everyone else gets at least one nationally visible slot.
Teams in competitive battles for playoff positioning like the Chiefs and Broncos earn prime time. West Coast powerhouses like the Rams and Seahawks get late-window Fox slots. Even struggling teams appear regionally on Sunday afternoon slates.
Your specific team appears based on market location and regional assignments. Fans outside home markets sometimes find games through streaming, cable packages, or specialty broadcasts. Check your local listings and coverage maps to confirm availability in your area before kickoff Sunday.
Sources
- USA TODAY Sports – Week 11 coverage maps and game analysis
- 506 Sports – Official NFL broadcast coverage database
- Sporting News – Regional coverage breakdowns by market
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