The Green Bay Packers’ 2026 NFL season is underway, with a schedule featuring NFC North rivalry games, several primetime matchups and holiday appearances.
Green Bay’s 2026 schedule includes games against the Chicago Bears, Detroit Lions and Minnesota Vikings, along with major matchups against teams including the Dallas Cowboys, Buffalo Bills, Miami Dolphins and Los Angeles Rams.
Here is a look at the Green Bay Packers’ 2026 regular-season schedule, including dates, opponents and kickoff times. All times are Eastern Time.
Green Bay Packers 2026 Schedule
| Week | Date | Matchup | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Week 1 | Sept. 13 | at Minnesota Vikings | 4:25 p.m. ET |
| Week 2 | Sept. 20 | at New York Jets | 1:00 p.m. ET |
| Week 3 | Sept. 24 | vs. Atlanta Falcons | 8:15 p.m. ET |
| Week 4 | Oct. 4 | at Tampa Bay Buccaneers | 1:00 p.m. ET |
| Week 5 | Oct. 11 | vs. Chicago Bears | 4:25 p.m. ET |
| Week 6 | Oct. 18 | vs. Dallas Cowboys | 8:20 p.m. ET |
| Week 7 | Oct. 25 | at Detroit Lions | 4:25 p.m. ET |
| Week 8 | Oct. 29 | vs. Carolina Panthers | 8:15 p.m. ET |
| Week 9 | Nov. 8 | at New England Patriots | 4:25 p.m. ET |
| Week 10 | Nov. 15 | vs. Minnesota Vikings | 1:00 p.m. ET |
| Week 11 | Nov. 22 | BYE | — |
| Week 12 | Nov. 25 | at Los Angeles Rams | 8:00 p.m. ET |
| Week 13 | Dec. 6 | at New Orleans Saints | 1:00 p.m. ET |
| Week 14 | Dec. 13 | vs. Buffalo Bills | 8:20 p.m. ET |
| Week 15 | Dec. 20 | vs. Miami Dolphins | 1:00 p.m. ET |
| Week 16 | Dec. 25 | at Chicago Bears | 1:00 p.m. ET |
| Week 17 | Jan. 4 | vs. Houston Texans | 8:15 p.m. ET |
| Week 18 | Jan. 9 or 10 | vs. Detroit Lions | TBD |
Who Do the Packers Play Today?
The Green Bay Packers play the New York Jets on Sunday, September 20, 2026.
Kickoff between the Packers and Jets is scheduled for 1:00 p.m. ET at MetLife Stadium.
The game is scheduled to air on FOX.
Packers Have Several Primetime Games in 2026
Green Bay has several nationally prominent games on its 2026 schedule.
The Packers host the Atlanta Falcons on Thursday, September 24, followed by a Sunday night home matchup against the Dallas Cowboys on October 18.
Green Bay also hosts the Carolina Panthers on Thursday, October 29, before traveling to face the Los Angeles Rams on November 25.
Another major matchup arrives on December 13 when the Packers host the Buffalo Bills in primetime.
Green Bay will also host the Houston Texans on January 4 in a Monday night matchup.
Packers Play Bears on Christmas Day
One of the biggest dates on the Packers’ schedule is Friday, December 25, 2026, when Green Bay visits the Chicago Bears.
The Christmas Day game adds another chapter to one of the NFL’s oldest rivalries, with kickoff scheduled for 1:00 p.m. ET.
The Packers and Bears will also meet earlier in the season at Lambeau Field on October 11.
When Is the Packers’ Bye Week?
The Green Bay Packers have their bye during Week 11 of the 2026 NFL season.
Green Bay will not play on the weekend of November 22. The break comes between a November 15 home game against the Minnesota Vikings and a November 25 road matchup against the Los Angeles Rams.
Packers NFC North Schedule
Green Bay will once again play each of its three NFC North rivals twice during the regular season.
The Packers face the Minnesota Vikings on September 13 and November 15, the Chicago Bears on October 11 and December 25, and the Detroit Lions on October 25 and during Week 18.
That Week 18 matchup against Detroit could carry significant NFC North and playoff implications depending on the standings entering the final weekend.
When Is the Packers’ Final Regular-Season Game?
Green Bay is scheduled to finish its regular season at home against the Detroit Lions during Week 18.
The game will be played on January 9 or January 10, 2027, with the NFL determining the final date and kickoff time later in the season.
Green Bay Packers 2026 Schedule FAQ
When do the Packers play next?
Green Bay plays the New York Jets on Sunday, September 20, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. ET.
What channel is the Packers game on today?
Packers vs. Jets is scheduled to air on FOX.
When is the Packers bye week?
Green Bay’s bye is Week 11, during the weekend of November 22.
Do the Packers play on Christmas in 2026?
Yes. The Packers visit the Chicago Bears on Friday, December 25, 2026, with kickoff scheduled for 1:00 p.m. ET.
Who do the Packers play in Week 18?
Green Bay hosts the Detroit Lions in Week 18. The final date and kickoff time will be determined later.
Green Bay Packers 2026 Schedule Outlook
The Packers’ 2026 schedule features plenty of high-profile games, including six NFC North rivalry matchups and games against the Cowboys, Bills, Dolphins and Rams.
Green Bay also has several short-week and holiday games to navigate, making the schedule particularly interesting as the Packers pursue a spot in the NFL playoffs.
Fans should keep an eye on scheduling updates throughout the season, particularly for the Week 18 matchup against the Detroit Lions, which remains subject to the NFL’s final scheduling process.