NFL Schedule to Benefit Rams, Hurt 49ers After Week 1 Opener

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NFL Schedule to Benefit Rams, Hurt 49ers After Week 1 Opener


The schedule release sparked controversy over player rest following the Week 1 opener in Melbourne, Australia, between the 49ers and Rams. Despite a 15-plus hour flight back home, the 49ers received no scheduling leeway, being slotted to host the Dolphins in a Sunday afternoon window on September 20. Meanwhile, the Rams caught a major break, landing a MNF matchup on September 21 against the Giants.


By Nidheesh Kumar

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NFL Schedule Gives Giants Edge Against Travel-Weary Teams

The Giants play three opponents, the exact week after they return from grueling overseas travel. In Week 2, Big Blue visits the Los Angeles Rams immediately following their season opener in Melbourne, Australia. Later, New York hosts the Washington Commanders in Week 5 and travels to the Houston Texans in Week 7, catching both franchises right after their respective International Series games in London.


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Broncos Start 2026 Season Against the Chiefs

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Broncos Start 2026 Season Against the Chiefs

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NFL Prioritizes Rivalry Games in 2026 Schedule

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NFL Prioritizes Rivalry Games in 2026 Schedule

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NFL Schedule 2026: Cleveland Browns Land League’s Softest Slate

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NFL Schedule 2026: Cleveland Browns Land League’s Softest Slate

The Browns hold the NFL’s easiest 2026 schedule, facing opponents with a meager .429 winning percentage last year. The slate begins with consecutive road games at Jacksonville on September 13 and Tampa Bay on September 20. Meanwhile, Cleveland plays its home opener on September 27 against Carolina, before hosting Pittsburgh on October 1 for Thursday Night Football.

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Chargers Reference Mike Vrabel Scandal Multiple Times In Viral Schedule-Release Video

Chargers included several hidden references to the controversy involving Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini in their annual schedule-release video. The Halo-themed production featured clues tied to the situation, including a “Next Photo Dump” road sign, a fake New York Post notification, and a nod to the “Operation Playlist” storyline that surfaced online earlier this offseason involving the New England Patriots coach.

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