Jacksonville Jaguars face 21st-hardest 2026 NFL strength of schedule
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 6, 2026, 10:50 PM
Last updated Sep 6, 2026

The Jacksonville Jaguars enter the 2026 season following a 13-4 campaign and an eight-game winning streak. Their upcoming schedule ranks as the 21st-hardest in the NFL, with opponents holding a collective 49% win rate from the previous year. Coach Liam Coen and offensive coordinator Grant Udinski return for their second season leading the team. The offense features quarterback Trevor Lawrence and wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr., who is expected to see more targets as a deep threat. Travis Hunter remains on the roster in a dual-position capacity, focusing on cornerback while continuing to contribute on both sides of the ball. The schedule includes a challenging five-week stretch early in the season that features four playoff opponents from last year, culminating in a matchup against the Houston Texans.
- •The Jacksonville Jaguars schedule ranks as the 21st-hardest in the league.
- •Trevor Lawrence and the offense return under the direction of coach Liam Coen.
- •Travis Hunter will continue playing both cornerback and wide receiver positions.
- •The team faces four playoff teams between weeks two and six of the season.
- •The Jaguars open the season against the Cleveland Browns.
- 10:50 PMYahoo Sports — Jaguars Have 21st-Hardest Strength of Schedule in 2026
"Coming off an eight-game winning streak, Jacksonville looks to capitalize on a favorable slate while Trevor Lawrence mirrors a high-octane offense featuring deep threat Brian Thomas Jr.
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