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NFL teases 2026 schedule as release nears
sports19 days ago

NFL teases 2026 schedule as release nears

An NFL email blast says the 2026 schedule release is 'almost here,' with CNBC noting a May 13–14 announcement window. Only two games are currently set—49ers at Rams on Sept. 10 (Netflix reportedly streaming) and Ravens at Cowboys on Sept. 27—while Seahawks host the season opener on Sept. 9 with an opponent yet to be announced. Commissioner Roger Goodell will decide when the full schedule is released.

Goodell salutes Tretter as NFLPA chief, signaling a push for an expanded season
sports2 months ago

Goodell salutes Tretter as NFLPA chief, signaling a push for an expanded season

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell congratulated JC Tretter on his election as NFLPA executive director, praising his leadership and history with the league. The NFL says it will build on its relationship with the NFLPA to advance player health and safety and grow the game globally, with talks of expanding the regular season (potentially to 18 games) and adding international games as part of a new collective bargaining agreement targeted by 2027.

USA Football to Lead Olympic Flag Football Team Selection, Not the NFL
sports1 year ago

USA Football to Lead Olympic Flag Football Team Selection, Not the NFL

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell clarified that USA Football will be responsible for selecting the Olympic flag football team for 2028, with the NFL having only indirect influence through its involvement in USA Football's governance. The article highlights potential issues with USA Football's compliance with its bylaws and the significant influence the NFL could exert over the team selection process due to its board and committee positions. As flag football becomes an Olympic sport with NFL players eligible, USA Football's governance and procedures will come under increased scrutiny.