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ESPN's MNF Schedule Overhaul: 28 Games Await Approval

10/22/2025

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ESPN could alter its Monday Night Football (MNF) schedule for 2026, potentially eliminating double-headers.
The Disney–NFL deal would increase ESPN's game count to 28, with all games in stand-alone windows.
The agreement is pending regulatory approval and could affect future game scheduling.
Upcoming Monday Night Football (MNF) matchups include Commanders at Chiefs and Cardinals at Cowboys, and the ManningCast will air on select dates during single-game weeks.

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ESPN could alter its Monday Night Football (MNF) schedule for 2026, potentially eliminating double-headers.
The Disney–NFL deal would increase ESPN's game count to 28, with all games in stand-alone windows.
The agreement is pending regulatory approval and could affect future game scheduling.
Upcoming Monday Night Football (MNF) matchups include Commanders at Chiefs and Cardinals at Cowboys, and the ManningCast will air on select dates during single-game weeks.