Halo Infinite jabs, a Simpsons gag and a haircut: How NFL teams dropped 2026 schedule dates
TL;DR
NFL teams creatively revealed their 2026 schedules using art, video games, and pop culture references. Highlights include the Colts' Simpsons gag and the Chargers' Halo Infinite-themed video.
Key points
- NFL teams revealed 2026 schedules creatively
- Colts used a Simpsons gag referencing their performance
- Chargers created a Halo Infinite-themed video
Video game style
The Los Angeles Chargers went even longer using Halo Infinite for a reveal video lasting 6:12 and they opened with a post asking if they should make their schedule release video with the game spelling out âNOâ with the words âyes.â The Chargers reminded Baltimore of the Ravens backing out of their trade with the Raiders for Maxx Crosby. They also made an apparent reference to Patriots coach Mike Vrabel's offseason in the headlines with a mention of "Next Photo Dump 1 Mile.â
Short but sweet
Jacksonville took advantage of perhaps the most famous offseason haircut with quarterback Trevor Lawrence getting his long locks cut short on camera after introducing the Jaguars' schedule that then plays out on the screen edited down to less than 2 minutes.
Fan assistance
The Tennessee Titans went back to the streets quizzing random people in their schedule reveal in a twist to the team's 2023 schedule reveal. This time, the Titans went with âYou never know who you'll see on the streetâ set to the Who song âWho Are Youâ asking random people if they were a big name with a specific opponent.
Artistic reveal tease
The Atlanta Falcons tapped the approach used by the social media account (at)ArtButMakeItSports to preview their schedule release. The Falcons had a thread Thursday morning using âArt but make it our 2026 opponentsâ featuring paintings for each team. \\\_ AP NFL:
Q&A
What creative methods did NFL teams use to reveal their 2026 schedules?
NFL teams employed various creative methods, including art, video games, and pop culture references, to unveil their 2026 schedules.
Which NFL team referenced 'The Simpsons' in their schedule reveal?
The Indianapolis Colts referenced 'The Simpsons' in their schedule reveal, highlighting their struggles against the Jaguars.
What was unique about the Los Angeles Chargers' schedule reveal video?
The Los Angeles Chargers created a 6:12 minute video using Halo Infinite, incorporating humor and references to other teams.
