Primetime returns to AT&T Stadium tonight with two ways to watch. The Dallas Cowboys vs. Arizona Cardinals kicks off at 8:15 p.m. ET on ABC and ESPN, with the ManningCast alternate feed on ESPN2 also slated for Week 9. That dual-carry setup is confirmed for this standalone Monday Night Football matchup.
Will There Be a ManningCast for Cowboys vs. Cardinals?
The ManningCast is on the schedule alongside the primary ABC and ESPN telecast, offering Peyton and Eli Manning’s conversational breakdowns and live, in-game drop-ins. For viewers setting up the night, the ManningCast airs on ESPN2, while the main broadcast is on ABC and ESPN.
Streaming options include the ESPN app, with ESPN+ carriage available in many markets, as local listings reiterate the dual-channel presentation and the 8:15 p.m. ET kickoff.
Who Are the ManningCast Week 9 Guests For Cowboys vs. Cardinals?
The show announced two high-profile guests for tonight’s stream. The lineup features quarterback Baker Mayfield and NBA Hall of Famer Charles Barkley, continuing the program’s mix of current NFL figures and cross-sport personalities. The guest list was posted on Monday morning ahead of kickoff.
Tonight. 8pm ET. ESPN2.
With guests: Baker Mayfield & Charles Barkley. pic.twitter.com/NNSTEY3pyJ
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Baker Mayfield
Mayfield joins the broadcast as a recent NFL starting quarterback whose perspective on timing, protection calls, and coverage offers real-time context on Prescott’s and the Cardinals’ reads. His drop-in fits the ManningCast format, where active players often unpack the sequence of a drive or explain why certain route families are favored against a given look.
Charles Barkley
Barkley is a familiar voice on ManningCast for big TV sports moments. His appearance gives viewers the entertainment and cross-sport angle that the alternate feed leans into, while the Mannings keep the football tactics front and center. Expect Barkley to weigh in on momentum swings and the stakes of a national stage as Dallas and Arizona navigate a game that sits just hours before the trade deadline.
Cowboys vs. Cardinals Week 9 Preview
Tonight’s game airs nationally and streams widely. The kickoff is 8:15 p.m. ET, with ABC and ESPN carrying the primary telecast and ESPN2 hosting the ManningCast. Streaming is available via the ESPN app, and many viewers will see ESPN+ listed among options depending on carriage. Dallas hosts at AT&T Stadium in Arlington for this standalone primetime slot.
No one EVER talks about the Cowboys… thankfully, Eli’s here to fix that.
Tune in to tonight’s ManningCast at 8pm ET on ESPN2! pic.twitter.com/NWzRhPBHpQ
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The Cowboys enter a pivotal stretch with the league’s trade deadline less than 24 hours away. That timing adds context to national coverage and the ManningCast guest selection, while broadcast assignments remain standard for Monday Night Football. Viewers who prefer conventional play-by-play and analysis can tune in to ABC and ESPN, while those looking for a conversational, guest-driven companion experience can tune in to ESPN2.
Across the Sunday slate, Week 9 concluded last night, clearing the stage for this single Monday game. National schedule listings and broadcast notes align on the start time and network assignments, and team sites and regional guides mirror the how-to-watch details for fans looking to multistream or switch between feeds.
For local and additional streaming guidance, regional outlets list ABC and ESPN as the linear homes, with ESPN+ and the ESPN app noted among streaming options for many viewers. That redundancy is typical for Monday Night Football, allowing viewers to find the feed they prefer and to switch easily if they want to sample both the traditional booth and the ManningCast.