Trending Now - 2026 NFL Schedule Speculations Heat up for 49ers and Broncos

WHO:

Niners Nation - San Francisco 49ers

Mile High Report - Denver Broncos

WHAT:

Niners Nation - The 49ers are projected to have one of the easiest schedules for the 2026 season, facing opponents from the AFC West and NFC East, as well as third-place teams from the AFC East and NFC North.

Niners Nation - The 49ers are expected to play a second international game in Mexico City, with the opponent to be determined.

Mile High Report - The Broncos are expected to be featured in multiple primetime games due to their recent playoff performance and roster changes, including the addition of Jaylen Waddle and Bo Nix.

Niners Nation - The NFL will announce the international games on Wednesday, May 13, at 9:00 a.m. ET.

Niners Nation - The 49ers are projected to have a win total of 10.5 for the 2026 season.

Niners Nation - The 49ers have the third-best odds to win the NFC Championship at +750.

Mile High Report - The Broncos are projected to have over 9.5 wins (-110) for the 2026 season.

Mile High Report - The Broncos have the third-best odds to win the AFC West at +210.

Mile High Report - The Broncos have the sixth-best odds to make the playoffs in the AFC at -146.

Mile High Report - The Broncos have the seventh-best odds to win the AFC at +1000.

Mile High Report - The Broncos have the eleventh-best odds to win the Super Bowl at +2000.

Heavy NFL - The NFL will have a record-breaking nine international games in 2026 across four continents, with the complete international schedule revealed on May 13, 2026.

Heavy NFL - The Baltimore Ravens will play the Dallas Cowboys in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on September 27, 2026.

Heavy NFL - The Cincinnati Bengals will face the Atlanta Falcons in Madrid, Spain, on November 8, 2026.

Heavy NFL - The Pittsburgh Steelers will play the New Orleans Saints in Paris, France, on October 25, 2026.

Heavy NFL - The NFL's first-ever game in Australia will feature the Los Angeles Rams vs. San Francisco 49ers at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on September 11, 2026.

Heavy NFL - The NFL will have a record-breaking nine international games in 2026 across four continents, with the full schedule announced on May 13.

patriots.com - The New England Patriots will face the Detroit Lions in an international game on November 15, 2026, in Munich, Germany.

patriots.com - The Minnesota Vikings will play the San Francisco 49ers in Mexico City on November 22, 2026.

Niners Nation - The 49ers are expected to play a second international game in Mexico City, opponent TBD.

Niners Nation - The 49ers are projected to have one of the easiest schedules for the 2026 season.

Mile High Report - The Broncos are expected to be featured in multiple primetime games due to their recent playoff performance and roster changes, including the addition of Jaylen Waddle and Bo Nix.

[4:46 PM CT] - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The NFL will open the 2026 season with the Seattle Seahawks playing at home on Wednesday night, September 9, against an opponent yet to be announced.

[4:34 PM CT] - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - There will be a record nine international games in 2026 across four continents, with three matchups already announced.

[4:16 PM CT] - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The Detroit Lions will play the Buffalo Bills to open Week 2 on Thursday, September 17, at 7 p.m. on Prime Video.

[2:49 PM CT] - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The NFL's first-ever game in Australia will feature the Los Angeles Rams vs. San Francisco 49ers at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Friday, September 11.

[2:35 PM CT] - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - The Denver Broncos will face the Kansas City Chiefs on Monday Night Football on September 14 at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium.

Niners Nation - The 49ers will begin the 2026 season playing on Thursday, September 10, against the Los Angeles Rams in Australia.

Niners Nation - The 49ers have a projected win total of 10.5 for the 2026 season.

Niners Nation - The 49ers have the third-best odds to win the NFC West at +260.

Niners Nation - The 49ers have the third-best odds to win the NFC Championship at +750.

Mile High Report - The Broncos are projected to have over 9.5 wins (-110) for the 2026 season.

Mile High Report - The Broncos have the third-best odds to win the AFC West at +210.

Mile High Report - The Broncos have the sixth-best odds to make the playoffs in the AFC at -146.

Mile High Report - The Broncos have the seventh-best odds to win the AFC at +1000.

Mile High Report - The Broncos have the eleventh-best odds to win the Super Bowl at +2000.

WHERE:

Mile High Report - The Broncos will open the season against the Kansas City Chiefs at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium.

Niners Nation - The game between the 49ers and Rams will take place in Australia.

Mile High Report - The Broncos will open the season against the Kansas City Chiefs, location TBD.

WHEN:

Heavy NFL - The NFL's international games will begin on September 10, 2026, with the 49ers facing the Rams in Melbourne, Australia.

Heavy NFL - The NFL will announce the full 2026 regular season schedule on May 14, 2026.

Heavy NFL - The NFL's international games will begin on September 10, 2026, with the 49ers facing the Rams in Melbourne, Australia.

Heavy NFL - The Baltimore Ravens will play the Dallas Cowboys in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on September 27, 2026.

Heavy NFL - The first regular season matchup in France will occur on October 25, 2026, with the Pittsburgh Steelers playing the New Orleans Saints.

Heavy NFL - The Cincinnati Bengals will face the Atlanta Falcons in Madrid, Spain, on November 8, 2026.

Heavy NFL - The Minnesota Vikings will face the San Francisco 49ers in Mexico City on November 22, 2026.

Heavy NFL - The NFL will announce the full 2026 regular season schedule on May 14, 2026.

patriots.com - The NFL's international games will begin on September 10, 2026, with the 49ers facing the Rams in Melbourne, Australia.

patriots.com - The Baltimore Ravens will play the Dallas Cowboys in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on September 27, 2026.

patriots.com - The first regular season matchup in France will occur on October 25, 2026, with the Pittsburgh Steelers playing the New Orleans Saints.

patriots.com - The Cincinnati Bengals will face the Atlanta Falcons in Madrid, Spain, on November 8, 2026.

Mile High Report - Select games for the Broncos will be announced starting on Monday morning, May 11, with various networks revealing matchups throughout the week leading up to the full schedule release on May 14.

Niners Nation - The NFL will announce the international games on Wednesday, May 13, at 9:00 a.m. ET.

Mile High Report - The NFL will announce the 2026 regular season schedule on Thursday, May 14.

Mile High Report - The Broncos will play the Kansas City Chiefs on Monday Night Football in Week 1.

WHY:

Heavy NFL - The NFL's international games are part of the league's long-term commitment to global expansion, as stated by NFL executive vice president Peter O'Reilly.

Niners Nation - The Rams are the "home" team for the game against the 49ers in Australia, speculated to prevent 49ers fans from dominating the crowd.

HOW:

Mile High Report - The Broncos' schedule will include a key international game and potentially a holiday game, reflecting their status as a playoff contender.

Niners Nation - The 49ers' opponents for 2026 are determined based on the NFL's rotation, including teams from the AFC West and NFC East, as well as third-place teams from the AFC East and NFC North.

Mile High Report - The Broncos are expected to be featured in multiple primetime games due to their recent playoff performance and roster changes.

(UPDATED May 13, 2026 19:33 UTC)

The 49ers are projected to have one of the easiest schedules for the upcoming season, facing teams from the AFC West and NFC East, along with third-place teams from the AFC East and NFC North. They are also expected to play a second international game in Mexico City, with the opponent still to be determined, while the NFL's international games will kick off on September 10, 2026, when the 49ers take on the Rams in Melbourne, Australia. Meanwhile, the Broncos are anticipated to be featured in multiple primetime games this season, thanks to their recent playoff performance and roster changes, including the additions of Jaylen Waddle and Bo Nix.

(UPDATED May 13, 2026 17:40 UTC)

The NFL is set to announce its international games on Wednesday at 9:00 a.m. ET, with the 49ers scheduled to face the Rams in Melbourne, Australia, on September 10, 2026. For the upcoming season, the 49ers are projected to win 10.5 games and have the third-best odds to win the NFC Championship at +750, while the Broncos are expected to surpass 9.5 wins and hold the third-best odds to win the AFC West at +210. Additionally, the Broncos will kick off their season against the Kansas City Chiefs at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium.

(UPDATED May 13, 2026 15:52 UTC)

The NFL is set to make history with a record-breaking nine international games in 2026, showcasing its commitment to global expansion. Fans can look forward to exciting matchups, including the Baltimore Ravens taking on the Dallas Cowboys in Rio de Janeiro on September 27, the Pittsburgh Steelers facing the New Orleans Saints in Paris on October 25, and the Cincinnati Bengals battling the Atlanta Falcons in Madrid on November 8. Additionally, the league will host its first-ever game in Australia, featuring the Los Angeles Rams against the San Francisco 49ers at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on September 11.

(UPDATED May 13, 2026 13:41 UTC)

The NFL is set to make history with a record-breaking nine international games in 2026, and the full schedule has just been announced. Among the highlights, the New England Patriots will take on the Detroit Lions in Munich, Germany, on November 15, and the Minnesota Vikings will face the San Francisco 49ers in Mexico City on November 22. The international games will kick off on September 10, 2026, with the 49ers battling the Rams in Melbourne, Australia.

(UPDATED May 13, 2026 04:16 UTC)

The 49ers are set to play a second international game in Mexico City, with their opponent still to be determined, and they are projected to have one of the easiest schedules for the upcoming season. Meanwhile, the Broncos are expected to be featured in multiple primetime games due to their recent playoff performance and roster changes, including the addition of Jaylen Waddle and Bo Nix. Select games for the Broncos will be announced starting on Monday morning, May 11, with various networks revealing matchups throughout the week leading up to the full schedule release on May 14.

(UPDATED May 12, 2026 23:22 UTC)

The NFL is set to kick off the 2026 season with the Seattle Seahawks hosting an opponent yet to be announced on Wednesday night, September 9. In an exciting first for the league, the Los Angeles Rams will take on the San Francisco 49ers at the Melbourne Cricket Ground in Australia on Friday, September 11, marking the NFL's inaugural game in that country. Additionally, the Detroit Lions will open Week 2 against the Buffalo Bills on Thursday, September 17, at 7 p.m. on Prime Video, while the Denver Broncos will battle the Kansas City Chiefs on Monday Night Football at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium on September 14.

(UPDATED May 12, 2026 21:26 UTC)

The San Francisco 49ers will kick off the 2026 season against the Los Angeles Rams in Australia on Thursday, September 10, with the Rams serving as the "home" team to balance fan presence. Meanwhile, the Denver Broncos are projected to achieve over 9.5 wins this season and will face the Kansas City Chiefs in Week 1 on Monday Night Football, though the exact location is still to be determined. The NFL will announce the international games on May 13 at 9:00 a.m. ET and the full 2026 regular season schedule on May 14.