2026 NFL schedule: Dates, times, matchups, TV, live streaming for all 272 games — SkimNews
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- NFL released the complete 2026 regular-season schedule, starting with a Wednesday night kickoff game between the Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots on September 9
- Seattle Seahawks will host the defending AFC champion New England Patriots in the season opener, a rematch of Super Bowl LVIII
- NFL scheduled a record nine international games in 2026, with contests set for Australia, Brazil, France, Germany, Mexico, Spain, and the United Kingdom
- Netflix will stream the 49ers vs. Rams game live from Melbourne on September 10, marking one of its first exclusive NFL broadcasts
- NFL added a Thanksgiving Eve game (Wednesday, November 25) and tripleheader on Christmas Day, including games on Christmas Eve and Black Friday
- International series expands to new markets in 2026, with the Ravens vs. Cowboys game held in Rio de Janeiro and the Bengals vs. Falcons game in Madrid
Why it matters: The NFL’s expanded global slate and holiday scheduling shift viewing habits and broadcast demand, giving streaming platforms like Netflix high-profile inventory while increasing logistical strain on teams playing abroad. Nine international games mark a material rise from prior seasons, signaling deeper investment in global reach.
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