CBS Is Delaying The Premieres Of 'NCIS,' 'Blue Bloods' And More To Help Execute A Clever Little Scheme

With the summer TV schedule cresting and making way for eventual fall premieres, NFL games, and more, all of the broadcast networks have been ramping up promotions for their impending lineups, with ABC set to debut Kaitlin Olson’s new show as NBC will be missing "Organized Crime" from its "Law & Order" Thursdays. Now, CBS has unveiled its plans for the back half of 2024, and it’s shockingly pushing most of its new scripted episodes back to October, with a specific plan for its September fare.

Despite September being the traditional go-to month for network TV premieres, CBS called a wild audible with its fall schedule, with the goal being to hype up two of its newest series with sneak peeks ahead of the “official” CBS premiere week. Here’s what fans can expect to see in September, with pro football having quite an influence on Kathy Bates' arrival as TV's newest "Matlock."