Week 2 of the NFL season ends with a rare Monday Night Football doubleheader, giving fans two primetime games to enjoy. The night begins with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers traveling to face the Houston Texans, followed by the Los Angeles Chargers clashing with the Las Vegas Raiders in a divisional battle.
Buccaneers vs Texans: Early Kickoff at 7 PM EST
The first matchup starts at 7 p.m. EST on ABC and ESPN, where the Buccaneers (1-0) will try to keep their winning momentum alive against the Texans (0-1). Tampa Bay’s offense showed promise in Week 1, while Houston looks to regroup quickly and deliver a stronger performance at home.
Fans looking for full coverage can check the official NFL site for live stats and updates, while game previews and insights are also available on ESPN’s NFL schedule.
Chargers vs Raiders: Divisional Clash at 10 PM EST
The second game begins at 10 p.m. EST, airing exclusively on ESPN. Both the Chargers and Raiders enter the contest at 1-0, making this an early but important test in the AFC West. The Chargers’ explosive passing game will meet the Raiders’ balanced offensive attack, promising a showdown that could impact division standings down the line.
For more team updates and expert analysis, check CBS Sports’ NFL news section.
Why This Doubleheader Matters
Monday Night Football doubleheaders don’t come around often during the regular season, which makes Week 2’s finale especially exciting. Fantasy football players will also have plenty on the line, with many matchups hinging on stars from these four teams.
For readers tracking fantasy strategy, don’t miss our fantasy football tips and insights. If you want to catch up on how the season began, revisit our Week 1 NFL recap for a full breakdown.
Back-to-back games mean twice the action and twice the excitement. Whether you’re pulling for the Buccaneers, Texans, Chargers, or Raiders, this Monday Night Football doubleheader promises drama, big plays, and plenty of storylines to close out Week 2.
