The NFL has finally returned! Week 1 concludes with an AFC West showdown as the Kansas City Chiefs host the Denver Broncos on Monday Night Football!

Not only does this beloved Monday night staple return tonight, but Peyton and Eli are also back with the first of 12 ManningCasts! The Manning boys will be on ESPN2 tonight for the first MNF game of the season, and will be a part of your Monday nights for Week 2 (New York Giants at Los Angeles Rams), Week 4 (Atlanta Falcons at New Orleans Saints), and Week 5 (Buffalo Bills at Los Angeles Rams).

The clash between the Chiefs and Broncos features the returns of quarterbacks Patrick Mahomes and Bo Nix, both of whom ended their previous seasons on the injured list. Can Kansas City rebound after a disappointing 6-11 season? Will the Broncos return to the AFC Championship?

The road to the Super Bowl is underway. Here’s how to watch tonight’s Monday Night Football game live online.

Who’s Playing On Monday Night Football Tonight?

The first regular-season NFL game of the 2026-27 regular season features the Denver Broncos going on the road to battle the Kansas City Chiefs.

What Time/Channel Is Monday Night Football On Tonight?

The Chiefs/Broncos game starts at 8:15 p.m. ET on ABC and ESPN.

Is The ManningCast On Tonight?

Yes! Peyton and Eli are back on ESPN2 and the ESPN App for Week 1! The ManningCast telecast will air 11 times throughout the regular season, culminating with a special Super Bowl presentation.

How To Watch The Chiefs-Broncos MNF Game Live Online Without Cable:

If you have a valid cable login, you can watch MNF live on ABC, ESPN, the ESPN app, or the ABC website.

The only way to watch shows airing live without cable is by using a live TV streaming service. Our favorite is DIRECTV, which comes with a five-day free trial before payment begins.

DIRECTV offers a number of flexible subscription options, including Genre Packs, so you can best choose which streaming plans fit your needs and budget. Packs start at $19.99/month.

You can also watch Monday Night Football live with an active subscription to fuboTV, Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, NFL+, or Sling TV. YouTube TV, fuboTV, and Hulu + Live TV offer free trials for new subscribers.

Monday Night Football 2026 Schedule:

Monday Night Football will air on ESPN and ABC throughout the 26-27 regular season. You’ll also be able to stream live MNF games from your phone or tablet with a subscription to NFL+.

• Week 1 (September 14): Denver Broncos @ Kansas City Chiefs (8:15 p.m. ET on ESPN and ABC)
• Week 2 (September 21): New York Giants @ Los Angeles Rams (8:15 p.m. ET on ESPN and ABC)
• Week 3 (September 28): Philadelphia Eagles @ Chicago Bears (8:15 p.m. ET on ESPN and ABC)
• Week 4 (October 5): Atlanta Falcons @ New Orleans Saints (8:15 p.m. ET on ESPN)
• Week 5 (October 12): Buffalo Bills @ Los Angeles Rams (8:15 p.m. ET on ESPN and ABC)
• Week 6 (October 19): Washington Commanders @ San Francisco 49ers (8:15 p.m. ET on ESPN and ABC)
• Week 7 (October 26): Dallas Cowboys @ Philadelphia Eagles (8:15 p.m. ET on ESPN and ABC)
• Week 8 (November 2): Chicago Bears @ Seattle Seahawks (8:15 p.m. ET on ESPN and ABC)
• Week 9 (November 9): Buffalo Bills @ Minnesota Vikings (8:15 p.m. ET on ESPN and ABC)
• Week 10 (November 16): Los Angeles Chargers @ Baltimore Ravens (8:15 p.m. ET on ESPN and ABC)
• Week 11 (November 23): Cincinnati Bengals @ Washington Commanders (8:15 p.m. ET on ESPN)
• Week 12 (November 30): Carolina Panthers @ Tampa Bay Buccaneers (8:15 p.m. ET on ESPN)
• Week 13 (December 7): Dallas Cowboys @ Seattle Seahawks (8:15 p.m. ET on ESPN and ABC)
• Week 14 (December 14): Pittsburgh Steelers @ Jacksonville Jaguars (8:15 p.m. ET on ESPN and ABC)
• Week 15 (December 21): New England Patriots @ Kansas City Chiefs (8:15 p.m. ET on ESPN and ABC)
• Week 16 (December 28): New York Giants @ Detroit Lions (8:15 p.m. ET on ESPN)
• Week 17 (January 4): Houston Texans @ Green Bay Packers (8:15 p.m. ET on ESPN)