Dallas Cowboys’ 2026 schedule is out: The biggest rivalries and must-watch games revealed
The Cowboys’ full 2026 schedule is here, featuring key NFC East clashes, primetime games and major showdowns to watch this season.
The NFL has officially released the full 2026 regular-season schedule, giving fans their first complete look at what lies ahead for the Dallas Cowboys.
As always, Dallas is set to be one of the league’s marquee attractions, with a schedule that features high-profile rivalries, primetime appearances and several games that could carry major playoff implications. From NFC East battles to crossover matchups against top contenders, the Cowboys’ path through the 2026 season is packed with intrigue.
Below is a full breakdown of the Cowboys’ 2026 schedule, along with a closer look at the most important games to watch.
Dallas Cowboys 2026 schedule
(All times ET)
Week 1 – Sunday, Sept. 13
- vs. New York Giants
- 8:20 p.m. (SNF)
Week 2 - Sunday, Sept. 20
- vs. Washington Commanders
- 4:25 p.m.
Week 3 – Sunday, Sept. 27
- vs. Baltimore Ravens (Maracanã Stadium, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil)
- 4:25 p.m.
Week 4 - Sunday, Oct. 4
- at Houston Texans
- 1 p.m.
Week 5 - Thursday, Oct. 8
- vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers
- 8:15 p.m. (TNF)
Week 6 - Sunday, Oct. 18
- at Green Bay Packers
- 8:20 p.m. (SNF)
Week 7 - Monday, Oct. 26
- at Philadelphia Eagles
- 8:15 p.m. (MNF)
Week 8 - Sunday, Nov. 1
- vs. Arizona Cardinals
- 1 p.m.
Week 9 - Sunday, Nov. 8
- at Indianapolis Colts
- 1 p.m.
Week 10 - Sunday, Nov. 15
- vs. San Francisco 49ers
- 4:25 p.m.
Week 11 - Sunday, Nov. 22
- vs. Tennessee Titans
- 1 p.m.
Week 12 – Thursday, Nov. 26 (Thanksgiving)
- vs. Philadelphia Eagles
- 4:30 p.m.
Week 13 - Monday, Dec. 7
- at Seattle Seahawks
- 8:15 p.m. (MNF)
Week 14 - BYE
Week 15 - Sunday, Dec. 20
- at Los Angeles Rams
- 4:25 p.m.
Week 16 - Sunday, Dec. 27
- vs. Jacksonville Jaguars
- 8: 20 p.m. (SNF)
Week 17 - Sunday, Jan. 3
- vs. New York Giants
- 1 p.m.
Week 18 - Sunday, Jan. 10
- at Washington Commanders
- Time TBD
Must-watch games on the Cowboys’ 2026 schedule
Week 1 vs. Giants: A primetime division test
The Cowboys open the season against the Giants, immediately putting NFC East stakes front and center. Early division games often set the tone for the season, and a strong start here could give the Cowboys an early edge in what is typically one of the league’s most competitive divisions.
Week 3 vs. Ravens (Brazil): A global spotlight game
The Cowboys’ trip to Rio de Janeiro to face the Ravens is one of the most unique matchups on the entire NFL calendar. Beyond the international stage, this game pits Dallas against one of the AFC’s top contenders, making it both a statement opportunity and an early measuring stick.
Week 6 vs. Packers: Reunion with Micah Parsons
The first time these two teams met after the Cowboys traded Parsons to the Packers, the game ended in a tie. The odds of that happening a second time are slim, so assuming Parsons is back from his torn ACL by this game, he’ll have another chance to make Dallas regret the decision not to pay him.
Week 12 Thanksgiving vs. Eagles: Rivalry takes center stage
Few traditions are as synonymous with the NFL as the Cowboys playing on Thanksgiving, and this year’s matchup against the Eagles adds even more weight to the occasion. With both teams expected to contend in the NFC East, this late-season rivalry clash could have major playoff implications.
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