How to Watch Broncos vs. Chargers on DIRECTV: Channel, Kickoff Time and Streaming
An AFC West rivalry kicks off the late Sunday window. The Denver Broncos (2-2) visit the Los Angeles Chargers (0-4) on Sunday, October 11, 2026, at 4:05 p.m. ET (1:05 p.m. PT) at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California. The game airs on CBS, so DIRECTV customers watch it on their local CBS station.
Here's how to find Broncos-Chargers on DIRECTV, whether it's on in your area and how to stream it.
Broncos vs. Chargers game details
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Date | Sunday, October 11, 2026 |
| Kickoff | 4:05 p.m. ET / 2:05 p.m. MT / 1:05 p.m. PT |
| Stadium | SoFi Stadium, Inglewood, California |
| TV | CBS (regional) |
| Broadcast crew | Ian Eagle (play-by-play), Ross Tucker (analyst), Evan Washburn (sideline) |
| Streaming | Paramount+, NFL+ (local markets); NFL Sunday Ticket (out of market) |
| Records | Broncos 2-2, Chargers 0-4 |
How to watch 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 "Broncos" or "Chargers" 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 before Sunday, since the guide can take up to 24 hours to update. See our guide to adding local channels on DIRECTV.
Not sure you have your CBS station? Call 1-855-690-9884.
DIRECTV streaming
DIRECTV's streaming service includes your local CBS station where local channels are available. The MySports Genre Pack is DIRECTV's sports-focused streaming option, with local channels where available and national sports networks such as ESPN and NFL Network.
Other ways to stream
- Paramount+: the Premium plan streams your local CBS station live, so it works when the game is on CBS in your market.
- NFL+: live local and prime-time games on phones and tablets.
- NFL Sunday Ticket: out-of-market Sunday-afternoon games are on YouTube and YouTube TV. DIRECTV doesn't offer Sunday Ticket to homes.
Will Broncos vs. Chargers be on TV in my area?
It's a regional CBS game and CBS's only late-afternoon game of Week 5. The Denver and Los Angeles markets will get it. Elsewhere, coverage depends on which CBS game your station picks, so check your local listings. FOX has the 4:25 p.m. ET games, Lions at Cardinals and 49ers at Seahawks.
If it isn't on CBS near you, NFL Sunday Ticket is the way to watch live at home. DIRECTV homes can follow every Sunday-afternoon game on NFL RedZone, channel 211, an add-on for most packages.
Storylines to watch
- Chargers still searching: Los Angeles is 0-4 after a 30-23 loss at Seattle in Week 4 and is looking for its first win in front of its home crowd.
- Denver trying to get over .500: the Broncos lost 24-14 at San Francisco in Week 4 and sit at 2-2, two games behind the 4-0 Chiefs in the AFC West.
- Points have been scarce: Denver is averaging 18.5 points per game (27th in the NFL) and Los Angeles 16.8 (29th).
- Quarterbacks: Bo Nix has 819 passing yards, 5 touchdowns and 3 interceptions; Justin Herbert has 816 yards, 4 touchdowns and 6 interceptions.
- Last meeting: Denver won the teams' most recent game, 19-3.
More Week 5 games on DIRECTV
| Date | Game | Time (ET) | TV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun., Oct. 11 | Lions at Cardinals | 4:25 p.m. | FOX |
| Sun., Oct. 11 | 49ers at Seahawks | 4:25 p.m. | FOX |
| Sun., Oct. 11 | Ravens at Falcons | 8:20 p.m. | NBC |
| Mon., Oct. 12 | Bills at Rams | 8:15 p.m. | ESPN |
See the full NFL Week 5 TV schedule and DIRECTV channels, our Ravens vs. Falcons SNF guide and Bills vs. Rams MNF guide. For the season's channels and packages, see 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 Broncos vs. Chargers on DIRECTV?
It's on CBS, so tune to your local CBS station. The channel number varies by market.
What time is the Broncos game Sunday?
Kickoff is 4:05 p.m. ET (2:05 p.m. MT, 1:05 p.m. PT) on Sunday, October 11, 2026, at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California.
Is Broncos vs. Chargers on national TV?
No. It's a regional CBS game. The Denver and Los Angeles markets get it, and coverage elsewhere varies, so check your local listings.
Can I stream Broncos vs. Chargers with DIRECTV?
Yes, if it airs on CBS in your market. DIRECTV's streaming service includes your local CBS station where available. Paramount+ Premium and NFL+ also stream local CBS games.
Who is calling Broncos vs. Chargers?
Ian Eagle and Ross Tucker call the game for CBS, with Evan Washburn on the sideline.
Need help finding your local CBS station? Call 1-855-690-9884.
Details reviewed October 6, 2026. Kickoff times, networks, regional coverage and broadcast crews are set by the NFL, CBS and local stations and may change. Records and stats reflect games through Week 4. 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.