NFL Week 8 is shaping up to be an exciting “Byemageddon,” as six teams will enjoy a week off. The Arizona Cardinals, Detroit Lions, Jacksonville Jaguars, Las Vegas Raiders, Los Angeles Rams, and Seattle Seahawks will all be taking a break this week. Despite this increase in teams on bye, fans can expect a full slate of Sunday action without any disruption to the number of games available.
Thanks to a series of recent international matchups and the unique scheduling of “Monday Night Football” doubleheaders, NFL fans have enjoyed a rich variety of games on Sunday afternoons, typically featuring 10 matchups. This week, the total number will remain unchanged, with no international games or Monday night doubleheaders on the agenda.
As customary, broadcast rights for the games will be divided between CBS and Fox, with each network airing five games. Notably, CBS will feature games in both the early and late afternoon windows, while Fox will only showcase one game in each of its time slots across regions.
Highlighting CBS’s offerings this week is a compelling afternoon showdown between the dynamic Dallas Cowboys offense, led by quarterback Dak Prescott, and the formidable defense of the Denver Broncos, coordinated by Vance Joseph. Fans tuning into Fox will witness the Philadelphia Eagles aiming for redemption against the New York Giants, following their previous loss to Jaxson Dart and Cam Skattebo on “Thursday Night Football.”
As anticipation builds for Week 8, fans will have plenty of action to enjoy, making the bye week less impactful on their viewing experience. This week’s lineup promises exciting matchups and thrilling moments as teams vie for critical wins in the 2025 NFL season.