Raiders somehow get zero primetime games in 2026
TL;DR
The Raiders will not have any primetime games in the 2026 season, marking over 15 years since they last experienced this. All 17 games are scheduled for regular Sunday times.
Key points
- Raiders have zero primetime games in 2026
- All games scheduled for Sunday mornings or afternoons
- Last season without a primetime game was over 15 years ago
It seemed odd that despite game leaks trickling out all week, there was nothing about the Raiders. Now we know why. It's because they will not be featured in a single primetime game all season long.
That's right, they have 17 games, all of which happen Sunday morning or afternoon. No Thursday games, no holiday games, no Sunday Night games, no Monday Night games, and no international games. Just regular Sunday matchups all season long.
- Week 1: vs Dolphins, Sunday Sept 13, 1:25 pm (FOX)
- Week 2: AT Chargers, Sunday Sep 20, 1:05pm (CBS)
- Week 3: AT Saints Sunday, Sep 27, 10am (CBS)
- Week 4: vs Chiefs, Sunday, Oct 4 ,1:25pm (CBS)
- Week 5: AT Patriots Sunday, Oct 11, 10am (CBS)
- Week 6: vs Bills Sunday Oct 18, 1:25pm (CBS)
- Week 7: vs Rams Sunday, Oct 25, 1:25pm (FOX)
- Week 8: AT Jets Sunday, Nov 1, 10am (FOX)
- Week 9: AT 49ers Sunday, Nov 8, 1:05pm (CBS)
- Week 10: vs Seahawks Sunday, Nov 15, 1:05pm (CBS)
- Week 11: AT Broncos Sunday, Nov 22, 1:25pm (CBS)
- Week 12: AT Browns Sunday, Nov 29, 10am (FOX)
- Week 13: BYE
- Week 14: vs Chargers Sunday, Dec 13, 1:05pm (CBS)
- Week 15: vs Broncos Sunday, Dec 20 ,1:25pm (CBS)
- Week 16: vs Titans Sunday, Dec 27, 1:05pm (FOX)
- Week 17: AT Cardinals, Jan 3, 1:05pm (CBS)
- Week 18: AT Chiefs, TBD
How long has it been since the Raiders had a season without a primetime game? More than 15 years.
The only potential caveat would be the long shot if their finale at Arrowhead were to be flexed as that date and time is still to be determined. Otherwise, the league just doesn't see number one overall pick Fernando Mendoza throwing to Brock Bowers and letting Ashton Jeanty run through faces is anything a primetime crowd wants to see.
Well, at least none of their games will be on a streaming service. So, there's that.
This article originally appeared on Raiders Wire: Raiders 2026 schedule features zero primetime games
Q&A
Why are the Raiders not featured in any primetime games in 2026?
The Raiders have been scheduled for all Sunday morning and afternoon games, with no primetime slots assigned.
When was the last time the Raiders had no primetime games?
The Raiders have not had a season without a primetime game for more than 15 years.
What are the Raiders' scheduled games for the 2026 season?
The Raiders have 17 games scheduled, all taking place on Sundays, with matchups against teams like the Dolphins, Chiefs, and Broncos.
