With another expansion of its international series, the NFL is plowing the road for an 18-game schedule
The NFL is expanding its international series, allowing for a maximum of 10 league-run international games each season. This change comes as part of the league's strategy to potentially implement an 18-game schedule in the future. The Jacksonville Jaguars are participating in back-to-back international games this season as part of this expansion.
- ▪The NFL has amended its rules to allow for up to 10 international games each season.
- ▪Previously, the maximum was set at eight games per season.
- ▪The Jacksonville Jaguars are set to play two international games in London this season.
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| Publication time | Wed, 20 May 2026 01:24:59 +0000 |
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