The NFL is taking its show global like never before, and for U.S. fans, the 2026 international slate means legacy broadcast networks are stepping into the spotlight. With a record-breaking nine games scheduled across five countries, the league isn't just expanding its footprint—it's giving traditional TV partners a bigger stage to shine.
The action kicks off Week 1 on September 10, when the 49ers face the Rams in Melbourne, Australia. This historic matchup marks the NFL's first regular-season game Down Under, and it's already forced the league to move its traditional kickoff to Wednesday, September 9. Netflix is expected to stream this game as part of an upgraded rights package, adding a fresh twist to the broadcast lineup.
Week 3 heats up on September 27 with the Ravens taking on the Cowboys in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. This clash was finalized during the recent NFL Draft and will air on CBS in a prime late-afternoon slot—perfect for fans craving a taste of international football.
London gets a triple dose of NFL action. Week 4 on October 4 features the Colts versus the Commanders at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, airing on NFL Network. The following week, October 11, brings the Eagles against the Jaguars at the same venue, kicking off Jacksonville's back-to-back London stand. Then on October 18, the Texans face the Jaguars at Wembley Stadium in an AFC South division showdown, also on NFL Network.
Week 7 on October 25 marks a milestone: the league's first regular-season game in France. The Steelers, one of the NFL's most iconic franchises, battle the Saints at Stade de Paris, with the game broadcast on NFL Network.
Week 9 on November 8 sends the Bengals and Falcons to Madrid, Spain, for another NFL Network showcase. And Week 10 on November 15 wraps the international slate with the Patriots versus the Lions in Munich, Germany, airing on Fox. This game kicks off an unprecedented triple-header of international action, proving that the NFL's global ambitions are bigger than ever.
For fans tuning in from home, these legacy networks are the backbone of this historic schedule—bringing the world's biggest games right to your living room, no passport required.