When is the Cardinals vs. Chargers game?
The Cardinals-Chargers game is Sunday, Sept. 13. All the tune-in info you need for the NFL on CBS presentation is listed here:
- Date: Sunday, Sept. 13, 2026
- Location: SoFi Stadium (Inglewood, California)
- Kickoff: 4:25 ET
- Week: 1
- Channel: CBS*
- Streaming: Paramount+*
* Available to watch and stream when broadcast by your local CBS TV station. Check your local listings.
The Week 1 action is set: The Cardinals are hitting the road to take on the Chargers on Sunday, Sept. 13. Where available, the interconference game airs on CBS and streams live on Paramount+. (Check your local listings.)
Led by All-Pro tight end Trey McBride and new head coach Mike LaFleur, the Cardinals are looking to improve from their NFC West-worst, 3-14 campaign last season. The Chargers, meanwhile, are aiming to build on last season’s success after going 11-6, and advancing to the Wild Card round of the NFL playoffs. Jim Harbaugh’s AFC West squad is led by star quarterback Justin Herbert.
Ready for the action? Read on for details on the Cardinals-Chargers game, including how to watch and stream live. Want more? Get the full NFL schedule.
How to watch Cardinals vs. Chargers live on Paramount+
When airing on your local CBS station, you can watch the Cardinals-Chargers game live on Paramount+ with your subscription. Plans start at $8.99 a month.
To watch the live game, get started with your subscription, or log into your account. At game time, go to the Live TV hub. You’ll stream the game via the feed of your local CBS station.
Visit the Paramount+ Help Center for a list of devices supported, and for more info on plans and pricing.
How to watch Cardinals vs. Chargers live without cable
When available in your area, you can watch the Cardinals-Chargers game without cable by tuning in the game on your local CBS TV station using a digital antenna, satellite service, live-TV streaming service, or Paramount+. For more, get our guide on how to watch games without cable all season long.
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What channel is Cardinals vs. Chargers on?
The Cardinals vs. Chargers game is on CBS in various markets. Check your local listings to see if the game will be broadcast by your local CBS station.
Can I stream Cardinals vs. Chargers on Paramount+?
When available on your local CBS TV station, yes, you can stream the Cardinals-Chargers game on Paramount+. Get started with a subscription, and/or log into your account. Download the free Paramount+ app on your smart TV or device. Then at game time, fire up Paramount+, go to Live TV, look for the live game, and start watching.
Please note, if the Cardinals-Chargers game is not aired by your local CBS station, you will not be able to stream the game.
What time does Cardinals vs. Chargers start?
The Cardinals vs. Chargers game starts at 4:25 PM ET.
Where is Cardinals vs. Chargers being played?
The Cardinals vs. Chargers game will be played at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California.
