The Steelers game is officially over, and honestly, my interest in the afternoon window is hitting a wall. There is nothing quite like that post-game slump when your team has already finished their work and you’re stuck watching random matchups. But the NFL Sunday slate isn’t dead yet, and there is still plenty of drama left if you can stay awake.
The heavy hitters remain
While the Pittsburgh fans are already checking the scores, the real action is just heating up in the late afternoon. According to Behind the Steel Curtain, the Arizona Cardinals are set to visit the San Francisco 49ers at 4:05 p.m. EST. That isn’t the only game worth your time during that window. The Minnesota Vikings and Tampa Bay Buccaneers also kick off at 4:05 p.m. EST. If you want some real intensity, keep an eye on the Baltimore Ravens playing the Dallas Cowboys at 4:25 p.m. EST in Rio de Janiero. It is a solid lineup for anyone still looking for some football.
The late night peak
The real reason to keep the TV on is the primetime slot. Sunday Night Football is where the stars show up when the sun goes down. The Los Angeles Rams are scheduled to take on the Denver Broncos at 8:20 p.m. EST. This is the game that actually keeps the group chat alive long after the early games end. It is the perfect way to wrap up a long day of watching the league.
Watching the standings
The stakes are already high for the teams left on the schedule. Per CBS Sports, the Cincinnati Bengals enter their Week 3 matchup against the Steelers with a 2-0 record. They have already secured wins against Tampa Bay and Houston. While the Steelers rebounded from their loss to the Patriots with a 30-27 win over Cincinnati.
