The 2026 Los Angeles Chargers schedule begins in the preseason on August 13 with a road game at the Houston Texans. From there the full 2026 Los Angeles Chargers schedule includes three exhibition games, a 17-game regular season, one bye week, multiple primetime windows, and a late stretch of high-profile matchups that will shape the year.
Here is every date, time, network, and venue for the upcoming season.
2026 Los Angeles Chargers Schedule
| Date | Logo | Opponent | Time | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Preseason | ||||
| Thursday | at Houston TexansNRG Stadium, Houston, TX | 8:00pm ET ETLocal | ||
| Preseason | ||||
| Thursday | San Francisco 49ersSoFi Stadium, Inglewood, CA | 10:00pm ET ETNFLN/Local | ||
| Preseason | ||||
| Thursday | Los Angeles RamsSoFi Stadium, Inglewood, CA | 10:00pm ET ETNFLN/Local | ||
| Sunday | Arizona CardinalsSoFi Stadium, Inglewood, CA | 4:25pm ET ETCBS | ||
| Sunday | Las Vegas RaidersSoFi Stadium, Inglewood, CA | 4:05pm ET ETCBS | ||
| Sunday | at Buffalo BillsHighmark Stadium, Orchard Park, NY | 1:00pm ET ETFOX | ||
| Sunday | at Seattle SeahawksLumen Field, Seattle, WA | 4:25pm ET ETCBS | ||
| Sunday | Denver BroncosSoFi Stadium, Inglewood, CA | 4:05pm ET ETCBS | ||
| Sunday | at Kansas City ChiefsArrowhead Stadium, Kansas City, MO | 4:25pm ET ETCBS | ||
| Bye Week | ||||
| Sunday | OFF | |||
| Sunday | Los Angeles RamsSoFi Stadium, Inglewood, CA | 4:05pm ET ETFOX | ||
| Sunday | Houston TexansSoFi Stadium, Inglewood, CA | 4:05pm ET ETCBS | ||
| Monday | at Baltimore RavensM&T Bank Stadium, Baltimore, MD | 8:15pm ET ETESPN | ||
| Sunday | New York JetsSoFi Stadium, Inglewood, CA | 4:05pm ET ETFOX | ||
| Sunday | New England PatriotsSoFi Stadium, Inglewood, CA | 8:20pm ET ETNBC/Peacock | ||
| Sunday | at Tampa Bay BuccaneersRaymond James Stadium, Tampa, FL | 1:00pm ET ETCBS | ||
| Sunday | at Las Vegas RaidersAllegiant Stadium, Las Vegas, NV | 4:05pm ET ETCBS | ||
| Thursday | San Francisco 49ersSoFi Stadium, Inglewood, CA | 8:15pm ET ETPrime Video | ||
| Sunday | at Miami DolphinsHard Rock Stadium, Miami Gardens, FL | 1:00pm ET ETFOX | ||
| TBA or Sat Jan 2 | ||||
| Sunday | Kansas City ChiefsSoFi Stadium, Inglewood, CA | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| TBA or Sat Jan 9 | ||||
| Sunday | at Denver BroncosEmpower Field at Mile High, Denver, CO | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
Preseason Results
Los Angeles finished the preseason 1-2. The Chargers opened with a 27-7 win at Houston, dropped a 41-17 decision to San Francisco at home, and closed with a 20-18 loss to the Rams at SoFi Stadium. Those results gave the coaching staff a solid evaluation period before the regular season began.
How the Regular Season Unfolds
The Chargers open at home against the Arizona Cardinals, then host the Las Vegas Raiders. A road game at Buffalo follows, leading into a trip to Seattle. After returning home to face Denver, Los Angeles visits Kansas City. The bye week arrives on October 25.
After the break the Chargers host the Rams and Houston, then travel to Baltimore on Monday Night Football. Home dates with the Jets and New England come next, followed by a road contest at Tampa Bay and a trip to Las Vegas. A Thursday night home game against San Francisco sits in mid-December, then a road contest at Miami. The season closes with a home game against Kansas City and a road finale at Denver (both still TBA and possibly flexed to Saturday). The combination of early home opportunities, two meetings with the Raiders, Denver, and Kansas City, a useful midseason break, and a late stretch filled with primetime and division tests gives the schedule a distinct rhythm.
Games That Stand Out
A few dates already feel bigger than the rest. The early home games against Arizona and the Raiders are clear calendar highlights. The two meetings with the Raiders, the two against Denver, and the two against Kansas City will go a long way toward deciding the AFC West. The Monday night trip to Baltimore, the Sunday night home date with New England, and the Thursday night contest against San Francisco also land in high-visibility windows.
How to Watch Chargers Games
Most Sunday afternoon games are listed on CBS or FOX. Primetime slots include ESPN, NBC/Peacock, and Prime Video. The final two contests remain TBA. Preseason used local and NFL Network coverage. Check local listings closer to each week for any flexible scheduling updates.
What This Schedule Means for Los Angeles
The 2026 Los Angeles Chargers schedule offers an early home start, a pair of high-profile primetime games, and a demanding late stretch filled with division and interconference opportunities. The late-October bye arrives at a useful point, and the combination of AFC West rivalries and tougher national-window tests will keep every week meaningful. How the Chargers handle the West slate and the tougher road games will largely determine their postseason path.
FAQ
When does the 2026 Los Angeles Chargers schedule start?
Preseason begins August 13 at Houston. The regular season opens September 13 against Arizona.
When is the Chargers’ bye week?
Los Angeles is off on October 25.
How many home games do the Chargers have?
Nine regular-season Chargers home games at SoFi Stadium, plus two preseason home contests.
Are there any special or TBA games on the schedule?
Yes. The Monday night game at Baltimore and the Thursday night contest against San Francisco are in primetime, and the final two games remain TBA and could still be flexed to Saturday.
