NFL Flexes Week 8 Schedule: Eagles-Bengals Moved to Early Slot

The Bears-Commanders game is promoted to a national audience, spotlighting rookie quarterbacks Caleb Williams and Jayden Daniels.

The NFL has adjusted its Week 8 schedule, moving the Eagles-Bengals game to a 1 p.m. ET start, reducing its national visibility.
The Bears-Commanders game has been flexed to the 4:25 p.m. ET slot, now reaching a broader audience with CBS's top commentary team.
Rookie quarterbacks Caleb Williams and Jayden Daniels, both Heisman winners, are key attractions in the Bears-Commanders matchup.
Both the Bears and Commanders have exceeded early season expectations, each starting with a 4-2 record.
The Eagles' demotion reflects their slow start to the season, with future schedule adjustments possible if current trends continue.