When the NFL unveiled its nine International Series games for the 2026 season, it also dropped a fascinating stat: just how many miles each of the 32 teams will rack up during the 17-game regular season. For football fans, this adds a whole new layer to the gridiron grind—because while the lifestyle of an NFL player might seem glamorous, the travel toll is no joke.
According to research by Bill Speros, the league's teams will collectively cover a staggering 628,873 miles this season. To put that in perspective, that's 25.2 trips around the Earth's circumference, or 2.63 times the distance to the Moon. Six teams alone will travel more than the 24,901 miles it takes to circle the equator. Leading the pack are a couple of NFC West squads, whose cross-country journeys will test their endurance both on and off the field.
For players, those long flights and bus rides mean more than just fatigue—they impact recovery, practice schedules, and even game-day performance. So next time you see your favorite team suit up, remember the miles they've logged to get there. From the West Coast to international destinations, the 2026 season promises to be a marathon of movement.