The 2026 Cleveland Browns schedule opens in the preseason on August 15 with a road game at the Chicago Bears. From there the full 2026 Cleveland Browns schedule includes three exhibition games, a 17-game regular season, one bye week, and a mix of home dates at Huntington Bank Field and challenging road environments across the league.
Here is every game, date, time, network, and venue for the upcoming season.
2026 Cleveland Browns Schedule
| Date | Logo | Opponent | Time | Tickets |
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| Saturday | at Chicago BearsSoldier Field, Chicago, IL | 1:00pm ETNFLN/Local | ||
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| Saturday | Buffalo BillsHuntington Bank Field, Cleveland, OH | 1:00pm ETNFLN/Local | ||
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| Thursday | New England PatriotsHuntington Bank Field, Cleveland, OH | 8:00pm ETPrime Video | ||
| Sunday | at Jacksonville JaguarsEverBank Stadium, Jacksonville, FL | 1:00pm ETCBS | ||
| Sunday | at Tampa Bay BuccaneersRaymond James Stadium, Tampa, FL | 1:00pm ETCBS | ||
| Sunday | Carolina PanthersHuntington Bank Field, Cleveland, OH | 1:00pm ETFOX | ||
| Thursday | Pittsburgh SteelersHuntington Bank Field, Cleveland, OH | 8:15pm ETPrime Video | ||
| Sunday | at New York JetsMetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, NJ | 1:00pm ETCBS | ||
| Sunday | Baltimore RavensHuntington Bank Field, Cleveland, OH | 1:00pm ETFOX | ||
| Sunday | at Tennessee TitansNissan Stadium, Nashville, TN | 1:00pm ETCBS | ||
| Sunday | at Pittsburgh SteelersAcrisure Stadium, Pittsburgh, PA | 1:00pm ETCBS | ||
| Sunday | at New Orleans SaintsCaesars Superdome, New Orleans, LA | 1:00pm ETCBS | ||
| Sunday | Houston TexansHuntington Bank Field, Cleveland, OH | 1:00pm ETFOX | ||
| Sunday | OFF | |||
| Sunday | Las Vegas RaidersHuntington Bank Field, Cleveland, OH | 1:00pm ETFOX | ||
| Sunday | Cincinnati BengalsHuntington Bank Field, Cleveland, OH | 1:00pm ETCBS | ||
| Sunday | Atlanta FalconsHuntington Bank Field, Cleveland, OH | 1:00pm ETCBS | ||
| Sunday | at New York GiantsMetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, NJ | 1:00pm ETCBS | ||
| Sunday | at Baltimore RavensM&T Bank Stadium, Baltimore, MD | 1:00pm ETCBS | ||
| Sunday | Indianapolis ColtsHuntington Bank Field, Cleveland, OH | 1:00pm ETFOX | ||
| Sunday | at Cincinnati BengalsPaycor Stadium, Cincinnati, OH | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
Preseason Results
Cleveland finished the preseason 1-2. The Browns fell 34-10 at Chicago, dropped a 31-7 decision to Buffalo at home, and closed with a 37-13 win over New England on Prime Video. Those games gave the staff a chance to evaluate the roster before the regular season began.
How the Regular Season Shapes Up
The Browns open with two consecutive road games — first at Jacksonville, then at Tampa Bay — before hosting Carolina in Week 3. A Thursday night home game against Pittsburgh arrives early in October, followed by a trip to the Jets and a home date with Baltimore. Road games at Tennessee, Pittsburgh, and New Orleans sit in the middle of the schedule, with a home contest against Houston rounding out the stretch before the bye.
After the November 22 bye, Cleveland hosts Las Vegas, Cincinnati, and Atlanta in a three-game home stand. December continues with road trips to the Giants and Baltimore, a home game against Indianapolis, and a final road contest at Cincinnati (time TBA and possibly flexed to Saturday). The overall slate features a heavy dose of AFC North games against the Steelers, Ravens, and Bengals, mixed with interconference tests and a useful midseason break that should help the team manage the physical demands of a long season. Primetime opportunities are limited but meaningful, and the late-season stretch includes enough divisional matchups to keep the standings picture clear heading into the final weeks.
Games Worth Circling
A few matchups already stand out on the calendar. The Thursday night home game against Pittsburgh sets an early tone in the AFC North race. The two meetings with Baltimore and the two against Cincinnati will go a long way toward deciding the division. The home date with the Raiders and the late road game at the Ravens also land in important spots.
How to Watch Browns Games
Most Sunday afternoon games are listed on CBS or FOX. The Thursday night home game against Pittsburgh airs on Prime Video. The final Week 18 contest at Cincinnati remains TBA. Preseason used NFL Network, local channels, and Prime Video. Fans should confirm local listings closer to each week for any flexible scheduling changes.
What This Schedule Means for Cleveland
The 2026 Cleveland Browns schedule offers an early pair of road tests, a solid run of home games after the bye, and a full slate of AFC North rivalries. The mid-November bye arrives at a useful point, and the late stretch includes enough high-stakes divisional games to keep every week meaningful. How the Browns handle the North opponents and the tougher interconference matchups will largely determine their standing.
FAQ
When does the 2026 Cleveland Browns schedule start?
Preseason begins August 15 at Chicago. The regular season opens September 13 at Jacksonville.
When is the Browns’ bye week?
Cleveland is off in Week 11 on November 22.
Which games are against AFC North rivals?
The Browns play the Steelers twice, the Ravens twice, and the Bengals twice.
How many home games do the Browns have?
Nine regular-season home games at Huntington Bank Field, plus two preseason home contests.
