Big Brother Schedule Change: Sunday Episode Delayed Due to NFL Doubleheader
CBS viewers planning to watch Big Brother on Sunday night should prepare for a later start time. The network’s NFL doubleheader coverage is pushing the reality competition series back, with the potential for further delays if football games run long.
Why Isn’t ‘Big Brother’ on at Its Usual Time?
CBS is airing an NFL doubleheader on Sunday, followed by a delayed edition of 60 Minutes, before Big Brother begins. The late-afternoon NFL window includes games such as Packers at Vikings and Cardinals at Chargers, depending on the market.
In the New York City and North Jersey television markets, viewers will see a CBS doubleheader featuring Jets at Titans at 1 p.m. ET and Packers at Vikings at 4:25 p.m. ET. A delayed 60 Minutes is scheduled to follow the late NFL game before Big Brother airs.
What Time Is ‘Big Brother’ on Tonight?
CBS currently lists tonight’s episode of Big Brother for 8:30 p.m. ET. The episode is scheduled to run until approximately 9:31 p.m. ET, making it about one hour long. However, NFL coverage and a delayed 60 Minutes could push the start time later if games run long.
Is ‘Big Brother’ Delayed Tonight?
Yes. Tonight’s episode is scheduled to begin 30 minutes later than usual because of NFL coverage and a delayed 60 Minutes. Additional delays are possible depending on game length.
Why Did Julie Chen Moonves Announce an 8 p.m. Start Time?
During Thursday night’s live episode, host Julie Chen Moonves announced an 8 p.m. start time. However, CBS later updated its schedule and now lists tonight’s episode for 8:30 p.m. ET following an NFL doubleheader and a delayed edition of 60 Minutes. Depending on the length of the football broadcasts, the start time could be pushed back even further.
What Happens on ‘Big Brother’ Tonight?
Tonight’s episode is expected to focus on Yash Patel’s Week 10 HOH win, nominations, and strategy fallout following the weekend’s live-feed events. The Pressure Cooker Power of Veto competition took place Saturday but is expected to air during the two-hour episode on Wednesday, Sept. 16.
When Is the ‘Big Brother’ Double Eviction?
The two-hour Big Brother double eviction episode airs Thursday, Sept. 17, at 8 p.m. ET. CBS has also scheduled a two-hour episode for Wednesday, Sept. 16.
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Lori Comstock is a New Jersey-based reporter covering trending news with USA TODAY Network’s Mid-Atlantic Connect Team. She covers news in the Northeast, including New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia. Reach her at [email protected].
