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NFL Shifts To Wednesday-Thursday Kickoff Format For 2026 Season

NFL will open the 2026 season with a Wednesday-Thursday kickoff, shifting from its usual format when a Friday game isn’t viable. The Seahawks host the opener on September 9, followed by a 49ers-Rams game in Australia on September 10. The league is expected to use this structure in similar calendar years, adjusting its Week 1 schedule around broadcast restrictions.