FOX Sports is expanding its NFL coverage for the 2026 season with major rights acquisitions that promise bigger Sunday afternoons and enhanced international exposure. During the company’s Q3 2026 earnings call, FOX CEO Lachlan Murdoch announced that the network has secured rights to two more regular-season NFL games, including the highly anticipated Munich, Germany matchup.
What FOX’s New NFL Games Mean for Fans in 2026
The additions give FOX a stronger Sunday afternoon package and create NFL broadcast history. Here’s a breakdown of the key details:
- Munich Game (Week 10): This international contest, expected to feature the Detroit Lions as the designated home team at Allianz Arena (FC Bayern Munich Stadium), moves from NFL Network to FOX. Scheduled for November 15, it will headline FOX’s first-ever tripleheader on a single broadcast network.
- Saturday Game (Week 15): The second acquired game adds flexibility with a standalone Saturday broadcast, further boosting FOX’s NFL inventory.
These moves build on FOX’s long-standing partnership with the NFL and come as the league continues expanding its global footprint.
Why This Matters: Bigger Reach, More Football
First Broadcast Tripleheader
For the first time, viewers will see three NFL games back-to-back on free over-the-air television from one network on the same Sunday. This expansion enhances accessibility for casual fans and delivers high-value content during peak viewing hours. Murdoch highlighted the excitement around the tripleheader during the earnings call.
Boost for NFL International Games
The Munich game represents a significant step for the NFL’s international series. Shifting it to FOX’s national platform increases visibility, potentially drawing larger U.S. audiences and supporting the league’s growth in Europe. The Detroit Lions, a rising powerhouse, bring star power and fan enthusiasm to the matchup.
Strategic Win for FOX
With four years remaining on its current NFL rights deal, these acquisitions demonstrate FOX’s commitment to “rebalancing” its sports portfolio to retain and expand premium content. The network, known for its strong NFL production and talent like Terry Bradshaw and the FOX NFL Sunday crew, positions itself for even greater viewership in 2026.