2026 NFL Schedule Release Tracker: 49ers and Rams Star in First of Nine International Games
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The complete NFL schedule release date isn't until tomorrow, but we'll see games trickle in between now and the announcement.
Books waste no time getting NFL odds for games with confirmed dates, as bettors can already make their NFL picks for several games. Those include the Week 1 Sunday Night Football showdown between the Dallas Cowboys and New York Giants.
As new games are announced (or leaked), check back here to see the dates and odds with our NFL schedule release tracker.
2026 NFL schedule tracker: Leaked matchups| Matchup | Spread | Date |
|---|---|---|
| TBD | Sept. 9 |
|  -2.5-120 | Sept. 10 |
|  +1.5-105 | Sept. 13 |
|  Chiefs -2.5-120 | Sept. 14 |
|  Bills -3-110 | Sept. 17 |
|  Ravens -2.5-110 | Sept. 27 |
|  Commanders -1.5+102 | Oct. 4 |
|  Jaguars -1.5-115 | Oct. 11 |
|  Texans -1.5-105 | Oct. 18 |
|  Steelers -1.5-115 | Oct. 25 |
|  Bengals -4.5-115 | Nov. 8 |
|  Lions -1.5-110 | Nov. 15 |
|  49ers -3-110 | Nov. 22 |
| Rams -3.5 -110 | Nov. 25 |
|  Cowboys -1.5-105 | Nov. 26 |
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Week 1 oddsSeahawks vs Patriots oddsJordan Schultz has reported that the Seattle Seahawks will kick off their title defense in a Super Bowl rematch versus the New England Patriots.
After the Seahawks shut down the Patriots 29-13 in February, is a similar outcome in store in front of the 12th Man?
49ers vs. Rams odds| 49ers |  | Rams |
|---|---|---|
| +2.5 (+100) | Spread | -2.5 (-120) |
| (+124) | Moneyline | (-148) |
| Over 48.5 (-110) | Total | Under 48.5 (-110) |
Christmas is coming early in 2026... kind of. Netflix is getting in on the NFL fun ahead of the big holiday this season, securing the rights to air the San Francisco 49ers vs. Los Angeles Rams game in Australia.
The NFL's first-ever regular-season game in Australia will feature the Rams and 49ers in Week 1, per @AndrewMarchand
- Yahoo Sports (@YahooSports) May 7, 2026
It will be played on Thursday, September 10 on Netflix pic.twitter.com/bKlHColfJ3
With more question marks surrounding the Niners, DraftKings has opened the Rams as -2.5-point favorites. The offensive minds of Sean McVay and Kyle Shanahan have the books setting this total at 48.5 down under.
Our very own Jason Logan also did an early dive into the 49ers vs. Rams odds.
Cowboys vs. Giants odds| Cowboys | |  Giants |
|---|---|---|
| -1.5 (-115) | Spread | +1.5 (-105) |
| -130 | Moneyline | +110 |
| Over 47.5 (-115) | Total | Under 47.5 (-105) |
Adam Schefter reported on May 11 that the first SNF matchup will bebetween the Dallas Cowboys and the New York Giants.
After what most saw as a strong draft, Dallas opened up as a slight road favorite over its division rival. Meanwhile, the total is set at 47.5, with the books pricing the Over at -115.
Broncos vs Chiefs odds Broncos | | Chiefs |
|---|---|---|
| +2.5 (+100) | Spread | -2.5 (-120) |
| +130 | Moneyline | -155 |
| Over 42.5 (-110) | Total | Under 42.5 (-110) |
It was reported on Tuesday, May 12, that the Denver Broncos will hit the road to take on the Kansas City Chiefs in the season's first edition of Monday Night Football.
The Chiefs opened as -2.5-point favorites, with Patrick Mahomes doing everything he can to get on the field. The status of both QBs heading into Week 1 could alter this spread considerably.
Week 2 oddsLions vs. Bills odds| Lions | | Bills |
|---|---|---|
| +3 (-110) | Spread | -3 (-110) |
| +136 | Moneyline | -162 |
| Over 52.5 (-110) | Total | Under 52.5 (-110) |
The first Thursday Night Football game of the 2026 NFL season will feature the Detroit Lions visiting the Buffalo Bills on Sept. 17 in the first regular-season game at the new Highmark Stadium.
Books have opened up the Bills as field-goal faves, with plenty of question marks surrounding the Lions. One thing is for certain, books also expect plenty of points, with the total set at 52.5.
Week 3 oddsRavens vs Cowboys odds| Ravens | | Cowboys |
|---|---|---|
| -2.5 (-110) | Spread | +2.5 (-110) |
| -135 | Moneyline | +114 |
| Over 49.5 (-110) | Total | Under 49.5 (-110) |
The NFL is heading back to Rio de Janeiro, with the Baltimore Ravens field-goal favorites over the Dallas Cowboys.
With two capable QBs expected to lead the charge, the total sits at 49.5. This marks the third year in a row that teams have gone to Brazil, with the last installment featuring the Chiefs and Chargers.
Week 4 oddsColts vs Commanders odds Colts | | Commanders |
|---|---|---|
| +1.5 (-122) | Spread | -1.5 (+102) |
| -110 | Moneyline | -110 |
| Over 48.5 (-110) | Total | Under 48.5 (-110) |
The first of three London games will take place in Week 4, with the Indianapolis Colts squaring off against the Washington Commanders. Books have marked the Commanders as 1.5-point faves, but the ML is priced as a pick 'em.
Week 5 oddsEagles vs Jaguars odds Eagles | | Jaguars |
|---|---|---|
| -1.5 (-110) | Spread | +1.5 (-110) |
| -130 | Moneyline | +110 |
| Over 43.5 (-110) | Total | Under 43.5 (-110) |
The second installment of the 2026 London series pits the Eagles against the Commanders, with Philadelphia opening as a -1.5-point favorite.
Week 6 oddsTexans vs Jaguars odds| Texans | | Jaguars |
|---|---|---|
| -1.5 (-105) | Spread | +1.5 (-115) |
| -118 | Moneyline | -104 |
| Over 41.5 (-110) | Total | Under 41.5 (-110) |
Despite this being the Jaguars' second straight week in London, early lines have set the Houston Texans as slight favorites The total of 41.5 is similar to the low totals we're used to seeing in games across the pond.
Week 7 oddsSteelers vs Saints odds| Steelers | |  Saints |
|---|---|---|
| -1.5 (-105) | Spread | +1.5 (-115) |
| -118 | Moneyline | -104 |
| Over 41.5 (-110) | Total | Under 41.5 (-110) |
The international play continues into Week 7 when the Pittsburgh Steelers and New Orleans Saints head to Paris. It looks like NOLA has an exciting future, but the books are playing it safe and have opted to set the Steelers as small favorites.
Week 9 oddsBengals vs Falcons odds| Bengals | |  Falcons |
|---|---|---|
| -4.5 (-115) | Spread | +4.5 (-115) |
| -230 | Moneyline | +190 |
| Over 48.5 (-110) | Total | Under 48.5 (-110) |
After appearing in last year's Berlin game, the Atlanta Falcons will travel overseas for a second straight season to take on Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals in Madrid, Spain.
The prospect of Joe Burrow vs. Michael Penix has caused the books to open Cincy as a 4.5-point favorite, with a sizeable total of 48.5. We'll see if both QBs can hold up until then.
Week 10 oddsPatriots vs Lions odds Patriots | | Lions |
|---|---|---|
| +1.5 (-110) | Spread | -1.5 (-110) |
| +105 | Moneyline | -125 |
| Over 47.5 (-102) | Total | Under 47.5 (-118) |
After taking a week off from international play, the NFL sends the New England Patriots and Detroit Lions to Munich. With so many question marks surrounding the Pats following their trip to the Super Bowl - including the status of HC Mike Vrabel - they open as slight dogs.
Week 11 oddsVikings vs 49ers odds Vikings | | 49ers |
|---|---|---|
| +3 (-110) | Spread | -3 (-110) |
| +142 | Moneyline | -170 |
| Over 46.5 (-110) | Total | Under 46.5 (-110) |
International play in 2026 comes to a close in Week 11 when Mexico City fans are treated to the Minnesota Vikings vs. the San Francisco 49ers.
The Vikings bringing in Kyler Murray wasn't enough for books to set them as favorites in this spot against Kyle Shanahan.
Week 13 oddsPackers vs Rams odds Packers | | Rams |
|---|---|---|
| +3.5 (-110) | Spread | -3.5 (-110) |
| +164 | Moneyline | -198 |
| Over 49.5 (-110) | Total | Under 49.5 (-110) |
Get ready for a new tradition, NFL fans. It was reported that the first-ever Thanksgiving Eve game will take place at SoFi Stadium.
The Los Angeles Rams opened as favorites over the visiting Green Bay Packers, with both teams likely in the playoff hunt once this game rolls around.
Eagles vs. Cowboys odds| Eagles | | Cowboys |
|---|---|---|
| -1.5 (-112) | Spread | +1.5 (-108) |
| -125 | Moneyline | +105 |
| Over 49.5 (-110) | Total | Under 49.5 (-110) |
The first of three Thanksgiving games has been announced, with the Philadelphia Eagles heading to Dallas to take on the Cowboys.
The "way-too-early" lines have Philly as a slight favorite over America's team, with the total at 49.5.
2026 NFL key datesWhile the full schedule comes out on Thursday, we still know some key dates to circle on our calendars.
Season start:The NFL season kicks off on Wednesday, September 9, with the Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks playing an opponent yet to be announced.
International series:All nine international games were confirmed on Wednesday.
- Melbourne (September 10)
- Brazil (September 27)
- London (October 4, 11, 27)
- Paris (October 25)
- Madrid (November 9)
- Munich (November 15)
- Mexico City (November 22)
Thanksgiving games: Grab your turkey legs, because the Thanksgiving festivities will take place onWednesday, November 25, with a "Thanksgiving Eve" game between the Packers and Rams. Three games will be played on Thursday, but we know of only one (Eagles vs. Cowboys) so far.
Christmas Day:Despite Christmas being the NBA's day for so long, the NFL has made a huge push over the last few seasons to leave its mark on the holiday. All games played on that day are expected to be announced on May 14.
Week 18: If things go according to plan, Week 18 should be played on January 10, 2027.
NFL playoffs:The Wild Card weekend is expected to start on January 16, with the Divisional Round and Conference Championship being played a week apart.
Super Bowl 61:Start pleading your case now, fellas, because this year's Super Bowl is coming to you live on February 14, 2027. Look on the bright side, you're one "Big Game" bet away from covering dinner!
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