Dolphins vs. Raiders TV Coverage Guide (Week 1)

Where Dolphins vs. Raiders Will Be on TV Around the Country: Your Week 1 Viewing Guide

The NFL is back, and this Dolphins-Raiders Week 1 clash already looks like a must-watch. Two franchises with playoff ambitions. A pair of electric offenses. Fan bases that travel like rock bands. This one has fireworks written all over it. Whether you’re in South Beach, the Black Hole, or just a neutral fan craving Sunday chaos, you need to know exactly where to tune in. Broadcast maps are locked in as of this morning, and we’ve got the full breakdown for every market in America. Grab your snacks, set your DVR, and let’s find your channel. No more scrolling past the game - this is your one-stop guide to catching every snap of Miami vs. Las Vegas.

The Main Event: Network, Time, and National Reach

This isn’t a Thursday or Monday night exclusive, so you’re getting a traditional Sunday afternoon kickoff with regional coverage. The game airs live on CBS this Sunday, September 13, with kickoff slated for 4:05 PM ET / 1:05 PM PT. Why CBS? The Dolphins (AFC) are the visiting team, and this interconference matchup falls under the AFC broadcast rights package. You’ll get a top-tier announcing crew on the call, and the production value will be off the charts. Slow-mo replays of Tyreek Hill’s releases and Maxx Crosby’s relentless edge rush are coming your way in glorious HD.

Here’s the catch: CBS doesn’t show one game to the entire country during this time slot. They split coverage between two games - ours and the other late-afternoon AFC clash. That means your local CBS affiliate makes the call based on your zip code. The good news? This Dolphins-Raiders game is the prime late-window selection for a massive chunk of the map, especially the West Coast and Florida. If you’re in a major metropolitan area not directly tied to the other game’s teams, you’re almost certainly getting this one. The league’s scheduling wizards knew what they were doing when they slotted this one - it’s the late-afternoon appetizer before the Sunday night main course.

📊 Coverage estimate: Over 60% of U.S. households will get Dolphins-Raiders in the 4:05 PM ET window - CBS is prioritizing this matchup heavily, with Florida and the entire West Coast locked in as primary markets.

Navigating the Coverage Map: Who Gets the Game, Who Gets the Other One

You’re Watching Dolphins vs. Raiders If You Live In…

The CBS coverage map for this window heavily favors the Fins and the Silver and Black. Here’s the breakdown of who gets the good stuff:

• All of Florida: From Miami up through Orlando, Tampa, and into the Panhandle, this is a Dolphins home-away-from-home game. The entire state is locked in. Even snowbirds watching from Naples will catch this one.
• The Entire West Coast: California, Oregon, and Washington are all showing this game. That includes the whole Bay Area and, of course, Las Vegas and the rest of Nevada. The Raiders’ fan base stretches coast-to-coast, and CBS knows exactly how to monetize that loyalty.
• Key Mountain and Southwest Markets: Utah, Arizona, and New Mexico are also in the Dolphins-Raiders camp. The Raiders have a historic following in these regions. Arizona’s Cardinals fans might be grumbling, but the silver and black faithful are celebrating. Don’t be surprised to see silver and black jerseys at your local sports bar from Phoenix to Salt Lake City.
• Parts of the Midwest and Northeast: This is where it gets tricky. If you’re not in a direct fan market for the competing late game, you’re likely getting Miami-Vegas. Think major cities like Chicago, Detroit, and even New York City (if the other window’s game doesn’t feature a local team). CBS will prioritize the game with the highest national appeal - and this one has star power in spades.