Las Vegas Raiders 2026 Schedule: No Primetime Games and Tough Road Stretch
The Las Vegas Raiders have officially released their 2026 NFL schedule, marking a significant shift in their national visibility and competitive landscape. For the first time since 2010, the team will not feature in any primetime broadcasts, reflecting their recent performance trends. The schedule presents the seventh-toughest strength of schedule in the league at .529, based on opponents' 2025 records, and requires the team to travel over 21,000 miles, the 12th-highest distance in the NFL. The season opens at Allegiant Stadium against the Miami Dolphins, potentially featuring quarterback debutants Kirk Cousins or Fernando Mendoza. Key early matchups include a Week 2 road game against the Los Angeles Chargers at SoFi Stadium. Notably, the Raiders remain the only NFL team without an international game this decade, extending a seven-season streak. All 17 games are scheduled for Sundays, with the majority airing on CBS and FOX. This release highlights both the logistical challenges and the lack of prime-time spotlight facing the franchise in the upcoming season.
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