The 2026 New York Jets schedule opens in the preseason on August 14 when the Jets host the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at MetLife Stadium. From there the full 2026 New York Jets schedule includes three exhibition games, a 17-game regular season, one bye week, and a mix of home dates and road challenges that will define the year.
Here is every game, date, time, network, and venue for the upcoming season.
2026 New York Jets Schedule
| Date | Logo | Opponent | Time | Tickets |
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| Friday | Tampa Bay BuccaneersMetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, NJ | 7:00pm ETNFLN/Local | ||
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| Friday | at Pittsburgh SteelersAcrisure Stadium, Pittsburgh, PA | 7:00pm ETNFLN/Local | ||
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| Friday | New York GiantsMetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, NJ | 7:30pm ETLocal | ||
| Sunday | at Tennessee TitansNissan Stadium, Nashville, TN | 1:00pm ETCBS | ||
| Sunday | Green Bay PackersMetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, NJ | 1:00pm ETFOX | ||
| Sunday | at Detroit LionsFord Field, Detroit, MI | 1:00pm ETFOX | ||
| Sunday | at Chicago BearsSoldier Field, Chicago, IL | 1:00pm ETFOX | ||
| Sunday | Cleveland BrownsMetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, NJ | 1:00pm ETCBS | ||
| Sunday | at New England PatriotsGillette Stadium, Foxborough, MA | 1:00pm ETCBS | ||
| Sunday | Miami DolphinsMetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, NJ | 1:00pm ETCBS | ||
| Sunday | Las Vegas RaidersMetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, NJ | 1:00pm ETFOX | ||
| Sunday | at Kansas City ChiefsArrowhead Stadium, Kansas City, MO | 1:00pm ETCBS | ||
| Sunday | Buffalo BillsMetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, NJ | 1:00pm ETCBS | ||
| Sunday | at Los Angeles ChargersSoFi Stadium, Inglewood, CA | 4:05pm ETFOX | ||
| Sunday | at Miami DolphinsHard Rock Stadium, Miami Gardens, FL | 1:00pm ETCBS | ||
| Sunday | OFF | |||
| Sunday | Denver BroncosMetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, NJ | 1:00pm ETCBS | ||
| Sunday | at Arizona CardinalsState Farm Stadium, Glendale, AZ | 4:05pm ETFOX | ||
| Sunday | New England PatriotsMetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, NJ | 1:00pm ETCBS | ||
| Sunday | Minnesota VikingsMetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, NJ | 1:00pm ETCBS | ||
| Sunday | at Buffalo BillsHighmark Stadium, Orchard Park, NY | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
Preseason Results
The Jets finished the preseason 1-2. They lost 24-16 to Tampa Bay at home, shut out Pittsburgh 17-0 on the road, and dropped a 23-6 decision to the Giants in the final exhibition game. Those contests gave the staff a look at depth and younger players before the regular season began.
How the Regular Season Unfolds
New York opens on the road at Tennessee, then hosts Green Bay in Week 2. Road trips to Detroit and Chicago follow, along with home dates against Cleveland and Miami. A trip to New England sits in mid-October, and the Jets host the Raiders before traveling to Kansas City.
A home game against Buffalo arrives in mid-November, followed by road games at the Chargers and Miami. After the December 6 bye, New York hosts Denver, visits Arizona, welcomes the Patriots, and hosts Minnesota. The season closes on the road at Buffalo, with the final game still listed as TBA and possibly flexed to Saturday.
Games Worth Watching Closely
A few matchups already stand out. The home game against Green Bay early in the year will test the Jets against a strong NFC opponent. The two meetings with Buffalo and the two against New England will largely decide the AFC East picture. The trip to Kansas City and the late-season home date with the Patriots also land in important spots on the calendar.
How to Watch Jets Games
Most Sunday afternoon games are listed on CBS or FOX. The final Week 18 contest at Buffalo remains TBA. Preseason games aired on NFL Network and local channels. Fans should confirm local listings closer to each week, especially for any late-season flexible scheduling.
What This Schedule Means for the Jets
The 2026 New York Jets schedule offers a mix of early road tests, a solid run of home games, and a late bye that could help with rest. The AFC East slate against Buffalo, Miami, and New England will again be central to the season. How the Jets handle the tougher interconference games and the late stretch will go a long way toward determining their standing.
FAQ
When does the 2026 New York Jets schedule start?
Preseason begins August 14 against Tampa Bay. The regular season opens September 13 at Tennessee.
When is the Jets’ bye week?
New York is off in Week 13 on December 6.
Which games are against AFC East rivals?
The Jets play the Patriots twice, the Dolphins twice, and the Bills twice.
How many home games do the Jets have?
Nine regular-season home games at MetLife Stadium, plus two preseason home contests.
