Monday Night Football returns tonight with the Denver Broncos facing the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium. The matchup, scheduled for Sept. 14 at 8:15 p.m. ET, will air on ABC and ESPN.
The game signifies the beginning of Travis Kelce's 14th season as a Chiefs tight end. It is also his first game appearance since his marriage to Taylor Swift this summer. Quarterback Patrick Mahomes is also cleared to play, having recovered from an ACL tear sustained in Week 15 of the 2025 season.
For viewers without cable, the game can be streamed live through DIRECTV, which is offering a five-day free trial that includes access to ABC and ESPN. This trial also provides access to the ESPN app and includes a discount on the MySports genre pack for the first six months.
Speculation about Taylor Swift's attendance at the game has surfaced, although her presence has not been confirmed. Swift has frequently attended games at Arrowhead Stadium, but her attendance at previous season openers has varied, with her sometimes remaining out of public view. If she attends, it will be her first Chiefs game since her wedding to Kelce in July.
The 2026 Monday Night Football schedule includes matchups such as the Giants vs. Rams on Sept. 21 and the Eagles vs. Bears on Sept. 28, with most games airing at 8:15 p.m. ET on ESPN and ABC.