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Robert Kraft Pushes for 18-Game NFL Season Expansion

1/23/2026

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Robert Kraft, owner of the New England Patriots, advocates an 18-game season and more international games for the National Football League.
Kraft said the league will push to make international play more important.
He noted that 93 of the top 100 television programs are league games.
All 32 teams have played overseas, with Jaguars leading in international games.
A schedule change could align the Super Bowl with Presidents' Day weekend.

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Story summary

Robert Kraft, owner of the New England Patriots, advocates an 18-game season and more international games for the National Football League.
Kraft said the league will push to make international play more important.
He noted that 93 of the top 100 television programs are league games.
All 32 teams have played overseas, with Jaguars leading in international games.
A schedule change could align the Super Bowl with Presidents' Day weekend.