The Kansas City Chiefs command one of the NFL’s most passionate fanbases, and every game delivers high-stakes drama, standout plays, and record-breaking performances. Whether it’s Mahomes launching a deep strike or the defense holding the line in the red zone, game day pulls in millions of viewers. But to catch the action in real time, fans need more than just team spirit—they need to know where to tune in.
Spectrum TV offers multiple viewing options, but with varied regional coverage and changing schedules, tracking down the right channel can be frustrating. This guide removes the guesswork. You'll find detailed information on which Spectrum channel to watch the Chiefs game, broadcasting schedules, and available streaming platforms that keep you connected from kickoff to final whistle.
The Kansas City Chiefs' 2024 NFL regular season includes 17 games, spread across 18 weeks, with one bye week. The schedule was officially released by the NFL on May 15, 2024. The Chiefs kick off their season with a high-stakes primetime rematch against the Baltimore Ravens on Thursday, September 5 at 7:20 p.m. CT, broadcasting nationally on NBC.
Their season runs through Week 18, Sunday, January 5, 2025. Most games are scheduled on Sundays, but expect high-profile prime-time fixtures and possible flex scheduling from Week 11 onward. Notably, the Chiefs will host and travel for matchups against all AFC West rivals—Chargers, Broncos, and Raiders—alongside non-conference games that add intrigue and national attention.
These games tend to shift from regional coverage to national spotlight, often landing in prime viewership windows.
Kansas City operates on Central Time (CT). Fans tuning in from other regions must adjust accordingly. For example:
If you're planning to follow every snap, set your calendar based on your local time — especially for night games, flexible scheduling, or nationally televised broadcasts that shift outside the typical Sunday afternoon slot.
The NFL does not sell broadcast rights per team; instead, the league negotiates national contracts with major networks. These multibillion-dollar deals determine which networks can air games on specific days and times. In the current broadcast deal cycle, which runs through the 2033 season, the NFL has exclusive arrangements with
Each network pays a fixed annual fee for the right to broadcast games, which gives them control over production, advertising, and distribution within certain parameters set by the league. The result is a consistent schedule where fans can anticipate where games will be broadcast based on the day of the week and team involvement.
The Kansas City Chiefs, being part of the AFC, appear most frequently on CBS. When they play against another AFC team, CBS covers the game in almost all cases, particularly if it's during the early or late Sunday window. If the Chiefs face an NFC opponent, FOX may pick up the game, under cross-flex rules that allow for strategic reassignments based on market interest. Prime-time appearances follow a different structure entirely:
Flex scheduling, which begins in Week 5 each season, enables the NFL to move games to Sunday night slots based on team performance and fan interest. The Chiefs regularly appear in these flexed games due to their national draw and consistent success.
Spectrum provides cable TV service in more than 40 states, including extensive coverage across Kansas and the Kansas City metropolitan area. Whether watching from Wichita, Topeka, or right in the heart of downtown Kansas City, subscribers in these regions access a robust selection of channels that cater to sports fans at every level. Availability spans local network affiliates, national sports networks, and regional sports channels—each playing a role in the NFL broadcast ecosystem.
Looking to catch the next Kansas City Chiefs game? Begin with Spectrum’s digital or printed channel guide. NFL games air on specific national and local networks, and those vary depending on licensing agreements, time slots, and game importance. CBS, FOX, NBC, ESPN, and NFL Network take the lead, with CBS often holding rights for AFC games, including most Chiefs matchups.
Selecting the correct channel requires attention not just to the network but the region-specific channel assignments, which can change based on ZIP code and package tier.
Kansas City residents may find CBS on a different channel than those watching from Salina, Overland Park, or Lawrence. For example, CBS might appear as:
Fox and ESPN channels may also shift across zip codes. Spectrum assigns channel numbers based on regional infrastructure and broadcast partnerships. Using your ZIP code on Spectrum’s website or app yields the most accurate listing, avoiding missed kickoffs due to channel hunting.
Locating the Kansas City Chiefs game on Spectrum depends on your local channel lineup, which varies slightly by region. In the Kansas City area and across much of Kansas, several networks regularly carry Chiefs games through NFL broadcast rights. Here's where to start channel surfing.
Residents in surrounding Kansas regions like Overland Park, Olathe, Topeka, and Lawrence will typically receive the same primary network affiliates. However, always double-check as channel numbers may shift based on your precise Spectrum service area.
Typing in your ZIP code reveals your exact Spectrum TV lineup. Simply visit the Spectrum Channel Finder and enter your address or ZIP. This tool instantly displays your correct local stations, HD versions, and network numbers.
Whether watching from downtown Kansas City or anywhere across the Midwest, Spectrum’s coverage consistently delivers the Chiefs to your screen. Just know who they’re playing and what day it is – the right channel is only a few digits away.
The majority of Kansas City Chiefs regular season games air on CBS, thanks to the NFL’s longstanding broadcast agreement that assigns AFC matchups primarily to CBS. Since the Chiefs are an AFC team, games in which they are the visiting or home team—in AFC vs. AFC matchups—typically land on CBS. This network serves as the default broadcaster for singleheader Sundays featuring AFC competition.
For fans in the Kansas City metro area, including parts of both Kansas and Missouri, CBS coverage plays a central role in weekly viewing. Local CBS affiliates, such as KCTV5 in Kansas City, regularly air Chiefs matchups. As long as the game doesn't conflict with other local broadcasts or get picked up for national exclusivity, this station serves as the main access point for watching Chiefs football on Sunday afternoons.
Outside the metro area, Kansas-based fans in cities like Topeka or Wichita should check CBS affiliates like WIBW-TV (Topeka) or KWCH-DT (Wichita). These stations often carry Chiefs games when market coverage aligns with the NFL’s regional broadcasting rules.
Determining whether CBS will air a Chiefs game nationally or just within their local market requires matching up a few variables. Start by checking:
This blend of local affiliate access and potential national exposure gives CBS a foundational role in delivering Chiefs games to Spectrum subscribers every week of the regular season.
Blackout rules were originally designed to encourage ticket sales by preventing local TV broadcasts if games weren’t sold out. Although the NFL suspended its strict blackout policy in 2015, broadcast limitations still exist—especially in overlapping regional markets or when national rights override local coverage. On Spectrum, this means some Kansas City Chiefs games may be unavailable on your usual local channel based on your location and network agreements.
Local market designation comes down to geographical proximity and Nielsen ratings areas (DMAs). The Kansas City Chiefs’ home market includes the Kansas City metropolitan area and surrounding counties in Missouri and Kansas. Think Jackson County, Clay County, Johnson County (KS), Wyandotte County, and others within 75 miles of Arrowhead Stadium. If your Spectrum service area falls within this zone, local affiliates like KCTV5 (CBS) hold first rights to broadcast regular season games that aren’t nationally exclusive.
Living outside the market shifts coverage dramatically. In cities like St. Louis, Omaha, or Wichita, Chiefs games only air if regional scheduling permits or if the team appears on a nationally televised slot. This affects how you locate the game on Spectrum—instead of a local CBS affiliate, you might need ESPN, NBC, or FOX, depending on the matchup.
An NFL game broadcast on CBS or FOX during Sunday’s regional windows (typically 1:00 or 4:25 p.m. ET) is often shown only in areas affiliated with one of the two competing teams. These are local exclusive broadcasts. If the Chiefs play the Bears, for example, markets in Kansas City and Chicago receive the game; others might not unless there’s no scheduling conflict.
In contrast, national broadcasts override local exclusivity. Games aired via:
are available across all markets, including non-local territories. Spectrum will carry these channels on standard tiers, depending on your subscription and location.
When a local CBS or FOX affiliate can’t air a Chiefs game because of network policy or market overlap, viewers may find the game missing from their Spectrum lineup—even if it's on the official schedule. In such cases, switching to NFL RedZone, NFL Sunday Ticket (available via different providers), or streaming platforms becomes necessary.
Checking your exact ZIP code in Spectrum’s online channel guide can determine whether you fall inside or outside the Chiefs’ broadcast zone. The difference changes which games appear automatically and which require alternate access routes.
Staying up-to-date with every Kansas City Chiefs game doesn’t require a traditional cable subscription. Several streaming platforms offer live access to the networks that carry Chiefs broadcasts, including CBS, NBC, ESPN, and FOX. Here’s how to watch the action from anywhere.
Every Chiefs fan has different needs—some watch on smart TVs at home, others stream on phones while traveling. The key is matching the right platform to your device and viewing habits. Which streaming service aligns with your schedule this season?
Spectrum offers a sports-specific upgrade called Sports View, which expands the standard channel lineup with additional sports networks. This package includes a variety of channels that carry NFL-related programming, fantasy insights, and analytical breakdowns—though it doesn’t grant exclusive live access to locally blacked-out or nationally protected Chiefs games.
Chiefs content frequently appears on multiple secondary channels within the Sports View package. Consider NFL Total Access or Good Morning Football on NFL Network—both feature segments tailored to top-performing teams. When Kansas City is leading the AFC or locked in rivalry matchups, analysis-heavy programming increases in frequency.
During preseason, Spectrum may also carry live replays or condensed game formats on NFL Network, offering Chiefs fans a second look at rookies and roster battles that don’t air on major broadcast networks.
If you already have CBS for Sunday games and local channels through Spectrum, adding Sports View won't unlock more live Chiefs game broadcasts. But it guarantees comprehensive NFL coverage around the league with deeper insight into Kansas City’s performance every week. The price typically ranges from $6 to $10 monthly, depending on your region.
Want to keep track of fantasy stats, draft rumors, or injury reports during the season? That’s when Sports View becomes more than an add-on—it becomes your front-row seat to every storyline that surrounds Chiefs football.
Spectrum’s on-screen guide goes beyond simply listing what’s on—it functions as a real-time sports directory. During NFL game days, scanning the guide allows you to jump across networks like CBS, NBC, FOX, and ESPN that commonly carry Kansas City Chiefs games. Highlight a game listing, and the guide immediately displays current play status, channel number, and game duration.
To find the Chiefs game without flipping endlessly, use the guide's sports sorting feature. With a few arrow key taps or remote voice commands, filter directly to “Live Sports” or drill down into “Football” categories. You’ll instantly skip unrelated content and see only the ongoing matchups, including live Chiefs coverage.
Live sports filters on Spectrum are built for direct access. From your home screen or guide menu, toggle to the sports view by either selecting filters manually or activating voice commands on supported remotes.
These filters allow viewers to:
Whether you’re using a traditional remote or the Spectrum app on a Smart TV, enabling the filter menu restructures the guide to show only what matters—live games.
Spectrum On-Demand typically houses replays and highlights of primetime broadcasts, including NFL games aired on major networks. While not all Chiefs games appear here immediately, playoff games and nationally televised matchups often do.
To explore this section:
This access allows fans to rewatch moments they missed or revisit game-changing drives without relying on DVR recordings.
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