How to Watch Bills vs. Raiders on DIRECTV: Channel, Kickoff Time and Streaming
The Buffalo Bills (4-1) visit the Las Vegas Raiders (3-2) on Sunday, October 18, 2026, at 4:25 p.m. ET (3:25 p.m. CT, 1:25 p.m. PT) at Allegiant Stadium in Paradise, Nevada. The game airs on CBS, so DIRECTV customers watch it on their local CBS station, and it also streams on Paramount+.
Buffalo comes in off a Monday-night overtime win in Los Angeles, while Las Vegas is trying to bounce back from a road loss in New England. Here's how to find it on DIRECTV, whether it's on in your area and every way to stream it, as of October 13, 2026.
Bills vs. Raiders game details
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Date | Sunday, October 18, 2026 (NFL Week 6) |
| Kickoff | 4:25 p.m. ET / 3:25 p.m. CT / 2:25 p.m. MT / 1:25 p.m. PT |
| Stadium | Allegiant Stadium, Paradise, Nevada |
| TV | CBS (regional, late doubleheader window) |
| DIRECTV channel | Your local CBS station (number varies by market) |
| Streaming | Paramount+; NFL+ (phones and tablets, local games); NFL Sunday Ticket (out of market) |
| Radio | Bills: 97 Rock; Raiders: KOMP 92.3 FM and Raider Nation Radio 920 AM |
| Records | Bills 4-1; Raiders 3-2 (through Week 5) |
How to watch Bills vs. Raiders on DIRECTV
Your local CBS station
CBS doesn't have one national channel number on DIRECTV. You get it through your local CBS affiliate, and the number depends on your market. DIRECTV includes local channels with its core packages wherever they're available. Press Guide and look for your CBS station, or search "Bills" or "Raiders" to find the game. Our guides to what channel CBS is in your area and getting CBS on DIRECTV have more.
If you removed local channels from your satellite package, add them back in your DIRECTV account a day or two before Sunday so the guide has time to update. See our guide to adding local channels on DIRECTV.
Here's how each DIRECTV setup lines up for this game, as of October 13, 2026:
| Your setup | How to watch Bills-Raiders | What you need |
|---|---|---|
| DIRECTV satellite with local channels | Your local CBS station | Local channels in your package (included with core packages where available) |
| DIRECTV streaming | Your local CBS station in the guide or DIRECTV app | A package with local channels where available |
| MySports Genre Pack | Local CBS where available | The sports-focused streaming plan, $64.99/mo regular price |
| Paramount+ | NFL on CBS game in your market | Essential ($8.99/mo) or Premium ($13.99/mo), billed by Paramount |
| Outside the CBS coverage area for this game | NFL Sunday Ticket (not sold to DIRECTV homes) or follow along on NFL RedZone, channel 211 | YouTube or YouTube TV for Sunday Ticket; RedZone add-on (included with PREMIER) |
Paramount+ prices are the plans posted on Paramount's site as of October 13, 2026. The MySports Genre Pack also carries national sports networks such as ESPN and NFL Network. Not sure you have your CBS station? Call 1-855-690-9884.
Will Bills vs. Raiders be on TV in my area?
CBS has the Week 6 doubleheader, with two games at 4:25 p.m. ET: Bills at Raiders and Chargers at Chiefs. The Buffalo and Las Vegas markets will get Bills-Raiders. Elsewhere, which game your CBS station carries depends on your market, and the league finalizes market assignments during game week, so check your local listings later in the week. FOX's only late game is Cardinals at Rams at 4:05 p.m. ET.
If it isn't on CBS near you, NFL Sunday Ticket is the way to watch live at home. It's sold through YouTube and YouTube TV, not to DIRECTV homes. Read more about getting NFL Sunday Ticket without YouTube TV. DIRECTV homes can also follow every Sunday-afternoon game on NFL RedZone, channel 211.
Bills vs. Raiders by the numbers
Here's how the teams compare through five weeks, from the NFL's game center as of October 13, 2026:
| Stat (through Week 5) | Bills | Raiders |
|---|---|---|
| Record | 4-1 (1st in AFC East) | 3-2 (tied for 2nd in AFC West) |
| Last game | W 37-34 OT at Los Angeles Rams (Oct. 12) | L 17-45 at New England (Oct. 11) |
| Points per game | 32.8 (1st) | 26.4 (9th) |
| Yards per game | 396.2 (4th) | 335.6 (14th) |
| Defensive sacks | 11 (12th) | 13 (9th) |
| Turnover differential | -4 (24th) | +3 (6th) |
| Passing leader | Josh Allen: 1,249 yards, 7 TD, 4 INT | Kirk Cousins: 1,269 yards, 12 TD, 4 INT |
| Rushing leader | James Cook: 532 yards, 5 TD | Ashton Jeanty: 291 yards, 0 TD |
Bills vs. Raiders storylines
- Buffalo riding a Monday-night win: the Bills beat the Rams 37-34 in overtime on October 12 to move to 4-1. Our Bills vs. Rams Monday Night Football guide covers that game.
- Las Vegas looking to rebound: the Raiders fell 45-17 at New England on October 11 and sit 3-2, tied with Denver behind undefeated Kansas City in the AFC West. Our Chiefs vs. Raiders guide covers Las Vegas' Week 4 home loss to Kansas City.
- Offense vs. offense: Buffalo leads the NFL in points per game (32.8), while Las Vegas ranks ninth (26.4). Cousins has thrown 12 touchdowns; Allen has seven.
- Turnovers favor Las Vegas: the Raiders are +3 in turnover differential (6th in the NFL), while the Bills are -4 (24th) despite the stronger record.
- Last meeting: Buffalo won the most recent matchup, 38-10. The teams meet again later only if the schedule brings a rematch; this is their Week 6 date in Las Vegas.
- Bye ahead for the Bills: Buffalo is off in Week 7, so this is its last game before a week of rest.
- Division context for Buffalo: the Bills lead the AFC East, with New England at 3-2 after the win over Las Vegas. Our Bills vs. Patriots guide covers Buffalo's Week 4 meeting with New England.
NFL Week 6 networks and DIRECTV channels
Here's every Week 6 game with its network and where to find it on DIRECTV, as of October 13, 2026. Local CBS, FOX, NBC and ABC stations don't have one national DIRECTV number, so search the guide by network or call letters.
| Day and kickoff (ET) | Game | Network | DIRECTV channel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thu., Oct. 15, 8:15 p.m. | Seahawks at Broncos | Prime Video | Streaming only (Prime Video app) |
| Sun., Oct. 18, 9:30 a.m. | Texans vs. Jaguars (London) | NFL Network | 212 |
| Sun., Oct. 18, 1 p.m. | Bears at Falcons; Ravens at Browns; Titans at Colts; Saints at Giants | FOX | Local FOX station |
| Sun., Oct. 18, 1 p.m. | Jets at Patriots; Panthers at Eagles; Steelers at Buccaneers | CBS | Local CBS station |
| Sun., Oct. 18, 4:05 p.m. | Cardinals at Rams | FOX | Local FOX station |
| Sun., Oct. 18, 4:25 p.m. | Bills at Raiders; Chargers at Chiefs | CBS | Local CBS station |
| Sun., Oct. 18, 8:20 p.m. | Cowboys at Packers | NBC | Local NBC station |
| Mon., Oct. 19, 8:15 p.m. | Commanders at 49ers | ESPN (ABC simulcast) | 206; local ABC station |
The Bengals, Lions, Dolphins and Vikings are on bye. See the full NFL Week 6 TV schedule and DIRECTV channels, and for the season's channels and packages, our guide to how to watch the NFL on DIRECTV.
Compare DIRECTV packages at your address or call 1-855-690-9884.
Frequently asked questions
What channel is Bills vs. Raiders on DIRECTV?
It's on CBS, so tune to your local CBS station. CBS doesn't have one national DIRECTV channel number, so the number depends on your market. Search the guide for "Bills" or "Raiders" to find it.
What time is the Raiders game on Sunday?
Kickoff is 4:25 p.m. ET (3:25 p.m. CT, 2:25 p.m. MT, 1:25 p.m. PT) on Sunday, October 18, 2026, at Allegiant Stadium in Paradise, Nevada.
Is Bills vs. Raiders on in my area?
It's one of two CBS games at 4:25 p.m. ET. The Buffalo and Las Vegas markets get it, and Chargers at Chiefs is CBS's other game in that window. Which one your CBS station shows depends on your market, so check your local listings.
Can I stream Bills vs. Raiders?
Yes, if it airs on CBS in your market. DIRECTV's streaming service includes your local CBS station where local channels are available. Paramount+ streams NFL on CBS games, and NFL+ streams local games on phones and tablets. Out-of-market fans need NFL Sunday Ticket, which is sold through YouTube and YouTube TV.
Is Bills vs. Raiders on NFL RedZone?
NFL RedZone, DIRECTV channel 211, covers every Sunday-afternoon game, including the 4:25 p.m. ET window. It's included with PREMIER and is an extra-cost add-on with other DIRECTV packages.
Need help finding your local CBS station? Call 1-855-690-9884.
Details reviewed October 13, 2026. Kickoff times, networks and regional coverage are set by the NFL, CBS and local stations and may change. Records and stats reflect games through Week 5. Prices, channel lineups, carriage and package availability vary by address and may change. NFL, CBS, Paramount+, DIRECTV and related marks belong to their respective owners. American TV is an independent dealer and resource site.