The 2026 NFL Draft in Pittsburgh has officially concluded, and the focus in the nation’s capital now shifts to the upcoming season. With the roster bolstered by a fresh class of high-impact rookies, the Commanders are prepared for a competitive campaign in the NFC East. While the NFL is set to announce finalized dates and kickoff times in mid-May, we already know the 17 opponents Washington will face this year. This guide provides your Free 2026 Washington Commanders Printable Schedule (PDF), broadcast details, and a look at the key home and away matchups on the horizon.
Washington Commanders 2026 Confirmed & Leaked Games
| Week | Date | Matchup | Location | TV / Time (ET) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | Oct 4 | Colts @ Commanders | London (Tottenham) | NFLN (9:30 AM) | Confirmed (Intl Series) |
| 8 | Nov 1 | Eagles @ Commanders | Landover, MD | NBC (8:20 PM) | Rumor (@TheBigLead) |
| 10 | Nov 12 | Commanders @ Giants | East Rutherford, NJ | Amazon (8:20 PM) | Rumor (@OzzyNFL) |
Confirmed and rumored matchups as of May 13, 2026 – full schedule released Thursday evening.
2026 Washington Commanders Schedule
The 2026 Washington Commanders schedule is expected to begin as early as September 3, 2026. Washington will play nine home games and eight away games during the season. The Commanders will have one bye week, and we’ll see how many Monday Night Football and Thursday Night Football games they receive. The NFL will eventually move to an 18-game regular season, which will add a second bye week for all teams. For now, Washington enters the 2026–27 season with the standard single bye.
| WK | Date | OPPONENT | TIME (ET) | TV |
| 1 | TBA | vs Philadelphia Eagles | TBA | TBA |
| 2 | TBA | at Philadelphia Eagles | TBA | TBA |
| 3 | TBA | vs Dallas Cowboys | TBA | TBA |
| 4 | TBA | at Dallas Cowboys | TBA | TBA |
| 5 | TBA | vs New York Giants | TBA | TBA |
| 6 | TBA | at New York Giants | TBA | TBA |
| 7 | TBA | vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers | TBA | TBA |
| 8 | – | – | – | – |
| 9 | TBA | vs New Orleans Saints | TBA | TBA |
| 10 | TBA | vs Atlanta Falcons | TBA | TBA |
| 11 | TBA | at Carolina Panthers | TBA | TBA |
| 12 | TBA | at Jacksonville Jaguars | TBA | TBA |
| 13 | TBA | vs Cleveland Browns | TBA | TBA |
| 14 | TBA | at Pittsburgh Steelers | TBA | TBA |
| 15 | TBA | vs Baltimore Ravens | TBA | TBA |
| 16 | TBA | vs NFC West TBD | TBA | TBA |
| 17 | TBA | at AFC West TBD | TBA | TBA |
| 18 | TBA | at AFC East TBD | TBA | TBA |
Printable 2026 Washington Commanders Schedule
A printable schedule is one of the easiest ways to follow the Commanders throughout the season. Below is the printable 2026 Washington Commanders schedule in image format, which you can also print to PDF. Once the NFL releases the full list of dates, kickoff times, and TV networks, we’ll update the printable version for you.
When Is the 2026 NFL Schedule Release?
A common question fans ask is when the 2026 NFL schedule will be released. For the 2026–27 NFL regular season, the league is expected to announce the full schedule around May 13–14, 2026.
2025–26 NFL Regular and Postseason Schedules
If you’re looking for the current Washington Commanders schedule, we have the full 2025–26 regular season schedule available. You can also check out the 2027 NFL Playoff schedule to get a head start on looking ahead to the playoffs. We post all regular season schedules for the teams here for you too as well as the 2026-27 regular season skeds.
2026 Washington Commanders Schedule FAQ
When is the 2026 Washington Commanders schedule released? The full NFL regular-season schedule, including game dates and kickoff times, is projected to be released on Thursday, May 14, or Thursday, May 14, 2026.
Who did the Commanders select in the 2026 NFL Draft? Following the conclusion of the first round on April 23, the Commanders have added several key prospects to the roster. You can find the full list of selections and our initial grades in the 2026 NFL Draft Tracker section below.
How can I watch Washington Commanders games in 2026? In-market games will primarily air on FOX and CBS. National primetime windows, including Monday Night Football, Sunday Night Football, and Thursday Night Football—are broadcast on ESPN/ABC, NBC, and Amazon Prime Video. Out-of-market fans can stream games via NFL+ or YouTube TV’s NFL Sunday Ticket.
Where can I get a printable 2026 Commanders schedule? A high-resolution, low-ink 2026 Washington Commanders Schedule PDF is available for download on this page. It includes the full list of home and away opponents for the 17-game season.
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