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NFL expands international game slate and ends home-game protections
sports5 days ago

NFL expands international game slate and ends home-game protections

The NFL approved boosting the cap on league-run international games to as many as 10 per season (up from eight), potentially starting in 2027, and voted to drop the rule that let teams protect two home games from international play. The move broadens the league’s global footprint but could complicate scheduling; Detroit’s Munich game against the Patriots and its previously protected home games illustrate the shift away from home-game protections.

Patriots’ 2026 primetime haul rattles fans with Bills absence
sports8 days ago

Patriots’ 2026 primetime haul rattles fans with Bills absence

The Patriots are slated for five primetime games in 2026 (six if you count the Munich international game vs. the Lions), opening with a Wednesday kickoff against the Seahawks and featuring two Thursday nights, a Sunday Night matchup with the Chargers, and a Monday Night clash with the Chiefs. A notable omission is no primetime Patriots–Bills game, a potential missed revenue opportunity given their rivalry and a competitive AFC. Still, New England enters 2026 with momentum from 2025 and a continued push to remain relevant after a crushing Super Bowl loss.

Patriots' 2026 slate includes Munich trip, primetime showdowns and AFC East tests
sports11 days ago

Patriots' 2026 slate includes Munich trip, primetime showdowns and AFC East tests

The NFL released the New England Patriots’ 2026 schedule: opener at Seattle on Sept. 9 (8:20 p.m. ET), home opener vs. the Steelers on Sept. 20, and a Week 4 trip to the Bills; the slate features a Munich international game against the Lions on Nov. 15, a Week 11 bye, and four primetime showdowns (Bears on Thursday Night Football in Week 7, Chargers on Sunday Night Football in Week 12, Vikings on Thursday Night Football in Week 14, and Chiefs on Monday Night Football in Week 15). Preseason dates are listed, the team is slated to travel about 27,590 miles, and odds list NE at +130 to win the AFC East and +800 to reclaim the AFC Championship, per FanDuel.

Lions' 2026 Schedule Sets Up Munich Trip, Primetime Spotlight, and a Tough Finish
sports11 days ago

Lions' 2026 Schedule Sets Up Munich Trip, Primetime Spotlight, and a Tough Finish

The Detroit Lions released their 2026 schedule, featuring eight nationally televised games and four primetime contests, including an international game in Munich (Week 10) against the Patriots. The slate also includes a challenging late-season stretch with three straight road divisional games (Vikings, Bears, Packers) in the final four weeks, an early Week 6 bye, and a Thanksgiving home game vs. the Bears amid several home divisional matchups in Weeks 7–12.

Lions' 2026 schedule features primetime slates, Thanksgiving at Ford Field and a Munich trip
sports11 days ago

Lions' 2026 schedule features primetime slates, Thanksgiving at Ford Field and a Munich trip

The NFL released the Detroit Lions’ 2026 regular-season schedule: Detroit opens at Ford Field against New Orleans and ends Week 18 at Green Bay, with four primetime games (including a Munich, Germany international clash vs New England) and a Thanksgiving matchup vs Chicago. The Lions also have a national TV presence in other slots, face seven playoff teams, and enter a schedule ranked as the sixth-easiest based on last year’s opponent win percentage, following the league’s standard division/conference/non-division structure.

NFL Unveils 2026 Global Schedule: Mexico City Showdown and Munich Clash Highlight Nine International Games
sports13 days ago

NFL Unveils 2026 Global Schedule: Mexico City Showdown and Munich Clash Highlight Nine International Games

The NFL announced its 2026 international slate, featuring nine games across Melbourne, Rio de Janeiro, Madrid, Paris, London, Munich and Mexico City, highlighted by the 49ers-Vikings game in Mexico City and the Lions-Pats game in Munich as part of the league’s ongoing push to grow football globally.

Lions, Patriots to Clash in Munich for Week 10 NFL International Series
sports13 days ago

Lions, Patriots to Clash in Munich for Week 10 NFL International Series

The Detroit Lions will host the AFC champion New England Patriots in Munich's Allianz Arena for Week 10, the Lions' first international game since 2015, with kickoff Sunday, Nov. 15 at 9:30 a.m. ET (3:30 p.m. local) on FOX. The Patriots, coming off a 14-3 season and 22nd AFC East title, feature QB Drake Maye; Detroit's 2026 schedule is partly set, including Week 2 in Buffalo, with more games to be announced Thursday evening.

NFL Sets 2026 Schedule Reveal for May 14, With Lions Hosting Munich Game
sports18 days ago

NFL Sets 2026 Schedule Reveal for May 14, With Lions Hosting Munich Game

The NFL announced that the 2026 schedule will be released on May 14, with the full international slate to be revealed May 13 on NFL Network. Detroit Lions fans have a notable note: the Lions are slated to host an international game in Munich, Germany, as part of the 2026 schedule. The 17-game Lions slate includes home opponents Bears, Packers, Vikings, Patriots, Saints, Giants, Jets, Buccaneers and Titans, and away opponents Bears, Packers, Vikings, Cardinals, Falcons, Bills, Panthers and Dolphins. The Lions’ schedule is projected to be among the easiest in the league, and all eyes will be on primetime assignments after five primetime games last season; Pride of Detroit will provide ongoing updates and analysis as the full schedule drops.

Munich Wave Vanishes, Surfers Seek Its Return
world2 months ago

Munich Wave Vanishes, Surfers Seek Its Return

Munich’s iconic Eisbach river wave in the Englischer Garten disappeared after dredging of the creek, triggering debates on how to restore it. Surfers have attempted to recreate the break with a submerged obstacle, including a 20‑foot metal bar, but those efforts have so far failed to produce a usable wave, highlighting the challenge of preserving the park’s famous surf spot.

Lions Set to Clash in Munich for 2026 NFL International Game
sports3 months ago

Lions Set to Clash in Munich for 2026 NFL International Game

The NFL announced the Detroit Lions will play a regular-season game in Munich during the 2026 season as part of the NFL International Series, to be held at FC Bayern Munich Stadium with opponent and kickoff time to be announced in the schedule release; the Lions have grown their German presence through the Global Markets Program with marketing rights in the DACH region, youth camps, partnerships (including with 1. FC Köln) and travel packages via On Location, marking the team's return to international play after a 2015 London game.

Munich's River Wave Disappears, Surfers Stunned
world6 months ago

Munich's River Wave Disappears, Surfers Stunned

The famous Eisbach river wave in Munich, known as the birthplace of freshwater surfing, has mysteriously disappeared after a recent cleanup, leaving surfers puzzled. Authorities are investigating the cause and plan to divert more water to restore the wave, which is a major tourist and sporting attraction. The wave's disappearance highlights the delicate balance required for standing waves and the impact of maintenance activities.

Oktoberfest Reopens in Munich After Bomb Threat and Security Sweep
world7 months ago

Oktoberfest Reopens in Munich After Bomb Threat and Security Sweep

Oktoberfest in Munich reopened after a bomb threat and a suspect's death linked to a house fire, with investigations revealing no political motives but family disputes and explosives involved. The event was temporarily closed for security checks, including bomb-sniffing dogs, and heightened security measures due to past threats. The suspect, who had explosives in his backpack, was found dead after fleeing police, and authorities confirmed no wider danger at the festival.