The NFL will officially release its full 2026 regular-season schedule on Thursday, May 14, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. The announcement confirms the date for one of the most anticipated events of the NFL offseason, providing the complete roadmap for all 32 teams and their fanbases.
While the specific opponents for every franchise were determined at the conclusion of the 2025 season, the May 14 reveal will finalize the specific dates, kickoff times, and broadcast partners for the entire 272-game slate. This includes the high-profile season opener, the Thanksgiving and Christmas Day matchups, and the league’s expanding slate of international games, per @RapSheet.
The league typically utilizes a staggered rollout for marquee games in the hours leading up to the full primetime release. Fans can expect announcements regarding the Week 1 kickoff game and international fixtures to precede the total schedule drop on NFL Network and digital platforms. This release marks the final major milestone of the spring following the conclusion of the NFL Draft and the start of organized team activities (OTAs).
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