How to watch, track Detroit Lions schedule release 2026

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The NFL will release the full schedule for the 2026 season on Thursday at 8 p.m. ET, available on NFL Network, ESPN2, and the ESPN app. The Detroit Lions will play in Munich, Germany, on November 15, with their opponent yet to be revealed.

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NFL schedule release on Thursday at 8 p.m. ET
Available on NFL Network, ESPN2, and ESPN app
Lions to play in Munich on November 15

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Munich, Germany

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We already know who the Detroit Lions will play in 2026. Soon, we'll find out when and where each of the games will take place.

Here's everything you need to know about the NFL's schedule release.

When is the 2026 NFL schedule release?

The NFL will announce the full schedule for all 32 teams on NFL Network on 8 p.m. ET Thursday. The announcement will also be available on ESPN2, the ESPN app and NFL+, according to a release from the league.

Details for each of the NFL's nine international contests will be announced Wednesday morning on NFL Network's Good Morning Football. The Lions are slated to play in Munich, Germany, on Nov. 15. Their opponent has yet to be announced.