The NFL schedule for 2026 is starting to leak ahead of its official release, with rumors and updates emerging. The upcoming season will feature a record nine international games as the league expands its global reach.

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This NFL season, 285 games will be played to determine a Super Bowl champion. While the last 13 will have the most eyes on them, the first 272 are must-see TV.
From the Chiefs' shocking spiral and Bears' surprise division title run to thrilling moments like the Seahawks' unlikely two-point conversion against the Rams or the Ravens' missed field goal in Week 18, the 2025 season brought drama. 2026 promises to do the same, and a record nine international games mean the league is once again going global.
While much of the offseason remains ahead, the schedule release is upon us, and leaks are already underway as the NFL's 2026 slate is pieced together.
The Sporting News is tracking the latest NFL schedule leaks before the full slate is officially released. Follow along below with all of the credible rumors.
Key rumors about the NFL 2026 schedule include potential matchups and the inclusion of a record nine international games.
The official release date for the NFL 2026 schedule has not been announced yet, but leaks are already surfacing.
The NFL 2026 season will feature a total of 285 games to determine the Super Bowl champion.

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