UPDATE NEWEST: Bills vs. Texans Kickoff Time JUST CHANGED!
The NFL has officially announced a sudden schedule adjustment: the Buffalo Bills vs. Houston Texans matchup will NOT kick off at its originally scheduled time. This game—already highly anticipated as Buffalo chases playoff positioning—is now in a special broadcast window, immediately drawing nationwide attention.
The league confirmed the change aims to maximize national viewership, highlighting the Bills’ high-powered offense led by Josh Allen, while giving the Texans an opportunity to showcase their progress in front of a broader audience. Fans everywhere are adjusting their plans as the kickoff shift is set to impact routines and viewing habits alike.
GAME DETAILS — UPDATED KICKOFF
Matchup: Buffalo Bills vs. Houston Texans
Updated Kickoff: Moved to a nontraditional special window
Location: Highmark Stadium / NRG Stadium
Your local kickoff time will automatically adjust depending on region and platform.
HOW TO WATCH (U.S. BROADCAST)
Primary Network
CBS — Most markets will air the game live as the main Sunday afternoon broadcast.
Alternate Feed
Some regions may receive the broadcast via NFL Network if CBS adjusts local scheduling.
STREAMING OPTIONS
• Paramount+
– Includes CBS live in most markets
– Offers full-game replay and condensed game options
• YouTube TV
– Streams CBS in supported regions
– Multiview available for watching multiple games
• Hulu + Live TV
– CBS streaming dependent on local market
– Great option for mobile and smart TV viewing
• fuboTV
– Strong sports streaming focus
– Low latency for live games
• Sling TV (Blue Package)
– Includes CBS in select regions
– Budget-friendly option
• NFL+
– Mobile and tablet streaming
– Full and condensed replays available after game ends
INTERNATIONAL VIEWERS
NFL Game Pass International
– Streams every NFL game live
– No blackouts
– Access to full replays, condensed highlights, and All-22 coaches film
WATCH ON APPS
• CBS Sports App
(Requires TV provider login)
• NFL App
(Stream via NFL+)
• Yahoo Sports App
(Mobile-only availability in certain regions)
LISTEN LIVE
• Buffalo Bills Radio Network — WGR 550
• Houston Texans Radio Network — SportsTalk 790/KBME
• SiriusXM NFL Radio
