The NFL has officially released the 2026 schedule for all 32 teams, setting the stage for another season of football. The campaign kicks off on Wednesday, Sept. 9, with the defending Super Bowl LX champion Seattle Seahawks hosting the New England Patriots.
Thanksgiving and Christmas will feature tripleheaders, with FOX airing matchups on both days. Several games are scheduled for international venues, including Baltimore vs. Dallas in Rio de Janeiro, New England vs. Detroit in Munich, Jacksonville vs. Philadelphia in London, and Pittsburgh vs. New Orleans in Paris.
Key AFC East Highlights: The Buffalo Bills host the Kansas City Chiefs on Thanksgiving (Week 12) and face the Denver Broncos on Christmas. The New England Patriots play the Detroit Lions in Munich during Week 10.
Key AFC West Highlights: The Kansas City Chiefs open Week 1 against Denver on Monday night. The Los Angeles Chargers and Las Vegas Raiders meet in a critical Week 2 divisional showdown.
Key NFC East Highlights: The Dallas Cowboys face the Baltimore Ravens in Rio de Janeiro (Week 3) and host the Philadelphia Eagles on Thanksgiving. The New York Giants open at home against Dallas.
Key NFC North Highlights: The Green Bay Packers and Chicago Bears meet on Christmas Day. The Minnesota Vikings play the San Francisco 49ers in Mexico City during Week 11.
Key NFC South Highlights: The Carolina Panthers host the Chicago Bears in Week 1. The New Orleans Saints play the Pittsburgh Steelers in Paris on Week 7.
Key NFC West Highlights: The San Francisco 49ers and Los Angeles Rams open the season in Melbourne, Australia on Thursday, Sept. 10. The Seattle Seahawks host the Rams on Christmas Day.