The NFL regular season is finally here, and Week 1 delivers an NFC East classic right out of the gate. The Dallas Cowboys will travel to face the New York Giants under the bright lights of Sunday Night Football.
This primetime showdown at MetLife Stadium marks the beginning of the John Harbaugh era for the Giants and a crucial early test for the Cowboys. Here is everything you need to know to catch every snap of the action.
What time do the Cowboys play the Giants in Week 1
The Cowboys and Giants will kick off the 2026 season on Sunday, September 13, at 8:20 p.m. Eastern Time. For fans in the Mountain Time Zone, that translates to a 5:20 p.m. start. The game is the standalone primetime finale of a loaded Sunday slate that features 13 games across the early and afternoon windows.
What channel is Cowboys vs Giants on?
Catching every snap of this primetime showdown is straightforward. The Cowboys vs Giants game will be broadcast nationally on NBC, the home of Sunday Night Football.
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For those who prefer to stream, the game will also be available live on Peacock, NBC’s streaming platform. This dual availability ensures that whether you are in front of a television or on the go, you will not miss a moment of the action.
For cord cutters and those on the go, the game will also be available for live streaming on Peacock.
For Spanish speaking viewers, comprehensive coverage will be provided on Telemundo and Universo. The broadcast will feature Emmy winning broadcasters Miguel Gurwitz and Adriana Monsalve alongside Rolando Cantú and Diego Arrioja. TeleXitos will also carry the Spanish language broadcast starting with this matchup.
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International fans have viewing options as well. In the United Kingdom, the game will be shown live on Sky Sports NFL and Sky Sports Main Event, with kickoff at 1:20 a.m. Monday morning local time.
Mike Tirico will handle play-by-play duties with Cris Collinsworth providing analysis on the NBC broadcast.
The stage is set for a memorable season opener between these two historic rivals. Whether you watch on NBC, stream on Peacock, or tune in via Spanish language broadcasts, make sure your plans are in place for Sunday night.
Football is back, and it starts with the Cowboys and Giants under the lights.
