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Cowboys Face Toughest NFL Schedule
11 May
Summary
- Cowboys open season vs. Giants on Sunday night.
- Dallas has the fourth-toughest NFL schedule.
- Seven of Cowboys' 2026 opponents made playoffs.
The Dallas Cowboys are set to begin their 2026 NFL season on Sunday, September 13th, facing the New York Giants in an away game at 7:20 p.m. CT. This Week 1 matchup is the first confirmed game for the Cowboys, with their Thanksgiving Day game also previously known.
The NFL's official schedule release is scheduled for May 14th. The Cowboys' path to the postseason is anticipated to be arduous, as they hold the fourth-toughest schedule in the league for the upcoming season. This challenging slate is attributed to factors beyond previous season records, focusing instead on Vegas oddsmaker win totals to account for offseason team changes.
Dallas faces a demanding lineup including home games against the Jaguars, Cardinals, 49ers, Titans, Ravens, Buccaneers, Giants, Eagles, and Commanders. Their road schedule features matchups against the Giants, Eagles, Commanders, Texans, Colts, Rams, Seahawks, and Packers. Notably, seven of these opponents qualified for the 2025 playoffs, indicating a highly competitive season ahead for the Cowboys.
