The 2026 NFL season schedule features international games and holiday matchups

The 2026 NFL season begins on September 9 with a primetime matchup between the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots. The league schedule includes 272 games, highlighted by a record nine international contests taking place across countries including Australia, Brazil, France, Mexico, the United Kingdom, Germany, and Spain. The regular season includes special programming such as a game on Thanksgiving Eve and a tripleheader on Christmas Day. Broadcast coverage is distributed across multiple networks and streaming platforms, including CBS, NBC, Fox, ABC, ESPN, NFL Network, Netflix, and Amazon. The season opener in Melbourne, Australia, featuring the 49ers and Rams, marks an early highlight on the international calendar. Teams are currently preparing for the opening week as the league returns to action.

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