The first “Monday Night Football” doubleheader of the 2025 season will feature strong quarterback play and a number of playoff hopefuls.
In the first game, C.J. Stroud and the Texans will welcome in Baker Mayfield and the Buccaneers. Stroud will look to hit his stride after failing to engineer a touchdown drive in last week’s 14-9 loss to the Rams.
On the other side, Tampa Bay is ready for its second consecutive road game on the heels of a thrilling three-point victory over the Falcons in Week 1. Mayfield threw three touchdowns, with rookie receiver Emeka Egbuka — a teammate of Stroud’s at Ohio State — reeling in two scores.
In the nightcap, the Chargers will return stateside following an emphatic victory in Brazil over the Chiefs. Justin Herbert leads Los Angeles into “Sin City” for a bout with the Raiders, who looked formidable in a Week 1 victory over the Patriots.
Geno Smith passed for 362 yards in his Raiders debut. Perhaps he’ll receive more support from rookie running back Ashton Jeanty, who averaged just two yards per carry in his introduction to the NFL.
Here is everything that you need to know about the “Monday Night Football” doubleheader, including TV and streaming information for both games.
Who plays on ‘Monday Night Football’ tonight?
- Matchups: Texans vs. Buccaneers | Raiders vs. Chargers
- Locations: NRG Stadium in Houston | Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas
The Texans will host the Buccaneers in the first “Monday Night Football” matchup. Then, the Raiders will face the Chargers in an AFC West showdown.
What time are the NFL games tonight?
- Date: Monday, Sept. 15
- Time: 7 p.m. ET (Texans vs. Buccaneers) | 10 p.m. ET (Raiders vs. Chargers)
Kickoff of Texans vs. Buccaneers is set for 7 p.m. ET on Monday, Sept. 15. Raiders vs. Chargers will follow for the nightcap, with kickoff scheduled for 10 p.m. ET.
What channel is ‘Monday Night Football’ on tonight?
- TV channel: ABC | ESPN
- Live stream: Fubo
Texans vs. Buccaneers will be simulcast nationally on ABC and ESPN, with Chris Fowler (play-by-play), Dan Orlovsky (analyst) and Louis Riddick (analyst) in the booth. Katie George (reporter) and Peter Schrager (reporter) will handle sideline duties.
ESPN will also carry Raiders vs. Chargers, with Joe Buck (play-by-play) and Troy Aikman (analyst) on the call alongside Lisa Salters (reporter) and Laura Rutledge (reporter).
Viewers can stream both games live on Fubo, which offers a free trial for new subscribers, so you can try the service before you buy. Stream ESPN, ABC, CBS, Fox, NBC and 100-plus top channels of live TV and sports without cable. (Participating plans only. Taxes and fees may apply.)
‘Monday Night Football’ radio station
For the first game, fans can head to SiriusXM channel 225 (Texans broadcast) or channel 226 (Buccaneers broadcast). For the second game of the evening, head to channel 228 (Chargers broadcast) or channel 229 (Raiders broadcast).
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