🏈 How Many Days Until the NFL Season Kickoff 2026?
Live countdown to NFL Season Kickoff 2026.
There are 84 days until NFL Season Kickoff 2026 on Wednesday, September 9, 2026. The countdown updates live as time passes, and the page rolls forward to the next occurrence automatically once the date arrives.
About NFL Season Kickoff
NFL Kickoff Weekend opens the regular season on the first Thursday after Labor Day.
NFL Kickoff Weekend opens the regular season, traditionally with a Thursday night game featuring the defending Super Bowl champion at home.
The opener falls on the first Thursday after Labor Day, so the exact date moves by a few days from one year to the next.
The next NFL Season Kickoff is on Wednesday, September 9, 2026. Once it passes, this page automatically rolls to the next occurrence.
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Schedule last verified: June 17, 2026.
Frequently asked questions
When is the NFL Season Kickoff 2026?
NFL Season Kickoff 2026 is scheduled for Wednesday, September 9, 2026. That is 84 days away.
What date is the NFL Season Kickoff?
NFL Season Kickoff 2026 falls on Wednesday, September 9, 2026.
Where is the 2026 NFL Season Kickoff?
The venue is announced by the league closer to the date. We will update this page when it is confirmed.
Does the countdown update automatically?
Yes. The seconds counter ticks live, and the day total rolls over at midnight in your timezone.