NFL teams begin 2026 season with early Sunday schedule and injury reports

The 2026 NFL season kicks off today with a full slate of afternoon games featuring multiple teams across the league. As the season begins, several notable roster adjustments are impacting lineups, including a back injury for Steelers cornerback Joey Porter Jr. who is unlikely to play. Raiders tight end Brock Bowers is sidelined for the start of the season following a recent knee procedure. Conversely, Cardinals running back Jeremiyah Love is expected to be available for his opening game despite an ankle issue, and other players including Ashton Jeanty, Emeka Egbuka, and Ja’Marr Chase are also anticipated to participate. This weekend marks the debut of Mike McCarthy as head coach of the Steelers following the departure of Mike Tomlin. Action continues throughout the afternoon with games scheduled across the league.

• 1:07 PMYahoo Sports — Week 1 NFL schedule, inactives, live updates: Cardinals' Jeremiyah Love expected to play; Steelers CB Joey Porter Jr. unlikely to go Week 1