The 2026 Buffalo Bills schedule is here. Coming off a 12-5 Divisional Round finish, the Buffalo Bills face a challenging 18-week slate featuring critical AFC East matchups and high-stakes non-conference battles. Whether you’re heading to Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park, NY or watching from your couch, use our printable Buffalo Bills schedule in PDF format to ensure you never miss a kickoff. All kickoff times and TV/streaming assignments are included for you (TBAs will be updated as networks announce flex picks).
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2026 Buffalo Bills Schedule Grid
| Week | Date | Opponent | Time (ET) | TV / Streaming |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sun, Sept 13 | @ Houston Texans | 1:00 PM | CBS |
| 2 | Thu, Sept 17 | vs. Detroit Lions | 8:15 PM | Prime Video |
| 3 | Sun, Sept 27 | vs. Los Angeles Chargers | 1:00 PM | FOX |
| 4 | Sun, Oct 4 | vs. New England Patriots | 1:00 PM | CBS |
| 5 | Mon, Oct 12 | @ Los Angeles Rams | 8:15 PM | ESPN,ABC |
| 6 | Sun, Oct 18 | @ Las Vegas Raiders | 4:25 PM | CBS |
| 7 | BYE WEEK | |||
| 8 | Sun, Nov 1 | vs. Baltimore Ravens | 1:00 PM | CBS |
| 9 | Mon, Nov 9 | @ Minnesota Vikings | 8:15 PM | ESPN,ABC |
| 10 | Sun, Nov 15 | @ New York Jets | 1:00 PM | CBS |
| 11 | Sun, Nov 22 | vs. Miami Dolphins | 1:00 PM | FOX |
| 12 | Thu, Nov 26 | vs. Kansas City Chiefs | 8:20 PM | NBC |
| 13 | Sun, Dec 6 | @ New England Patriots | 4:25 PM | CBS |
| 14 | Sun, Dec 13 | @ Green Bay Packers | 8:20 PM | NBC |
| 15 | Sat, Dec 19 | vs. Chicago Bears | 8:20 PM | CBS |
| 16 | Fri, Dec 25 | @ Denver Broncos | 4:30 PM | Netflix |
| 17 | Sun, Jan 3 | @ Miami Dolphins | 1:00 PM | CBS |
| 18 | TBD – Flex Game | vs. New York Jets | TBD | TBD |
👉 View the 2026 Buffalo Bills Preseason Schedule — opponents, dates, and printable PDF for all three preseason games.
All times Eastern. Schedule subject to flex scheduling and broadcast network changes.
Printable 2026 Buffalo Bills Schedule (PDF)
Our signature team schedule PDF is designed for functionality. We have removed heavy team colors and stadium photography to provide a minimalist, “your printer’s favorite” resource.
- Format: Single-page 8.5″ x 11″ PDF.
- Features: Full 18-week schedule, home/away designations, and broadcast channels.
- Branding: Includes the official Buffalo Bills logo for easy recognition.
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Key Matchups for the Buffalo Bills
- The Rivalry Game: On Sun, Oct 4, the Buffalo Bills host the New England Patriots in a AFC East matchup that could shape the divisional race.
- Prime-Time Spotlight: Watch the Buffalo Bills on the national stage on Thu, Sept 17 (Thursday Night Football) hosting the Detroit Lions.
- The Holiday Window: Don’t miss the Buffalo Bills on Thanksgiving Day as they host the Kansas City Chiefs in Week 12.
- Christmas Showdown: The Buffalo Bills travel to face the Denver Broncos in a Christmas-window broadcast in Week 16.
NFL Planning Resources
- 2026 NFL Weekly Schedule Hub: Download Team Schedules and more.
- 2026 NFL Bye Week Schedule: Plan your fantasy roster around the designated off-weeks for all 32 teams.
- 2026 NFL Weekly Schedules and Pickem Sheets: The Pickem sheets with the weekly schedule + TV assignments.
- Printable NFL Schedules 2026: Printable schedules for all 32 teams and more.
Authoritative source: Buffalo Bills on NFL.com
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the 2026 Buffalo Bills season start and end?
The Buffalo Bills open Week 1 in September 2026 and finish Week 18 in January 2027.
Who are the Buffalo Bills’s 2026 division rivals?
As a AFC East team, the Buffalo Bills play home-and-away series against their three division rivals each year. Those matchups are the cornerstone of the schedule and often decide playoff seeding.
Does the Buffalo Bills play on Thanksgiving or Christmas in 2026?
On Thanksgiving Day, the Buffalo Bills host the Kansas City Chiefs. During the Christmas window, the Buffalo Bills travel to face the Denver Broncos.
Where can I download a printable 2026 Buffalo Bills schedule?
Click either green button on this page to download the official low-ink Buffalo Bills printable PDF — a one-page 8.5″ x 11″ sheet with kickoff times, opponents, and TV/streaming assignments.
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