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Kelce Warns 2026 NFL Cuts Sunday Games, Boosts Viewership

5/27/2026

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Jason Kelce warned the NFL’s 2026 schedule will cut Sunday games, citing tradition.
The season starts Wednesday and opens with a Thursday game in Melbourne between the Rams and the 49ers.
Thanksgiving Eve, Black Friday, Christmas Day and Saturday games in Weeks 15-18 cut Sunday games to 197, down from 198 in 2025 and 211 in 2021.
Former quarterback Chris Simms said fewer Sunday games could boost viewership and aid broadcast deals.

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Jason Kelce warned the NFL’s 2026 schedule will cut Sunday games, citing tradition.
The season starts Wednesday and opens with a Thursday game in Melbourne between the Rams and the 49ers.
Thanksgiving Eve, Black Friday, Christmas Day and Saturday games in Weeks 15-18 cut Sunday games to 197, down from 198 in 2025 and 211 in 2021.
Former quarterback Chris Simms said fewer Sunday games could boost viewership and aid broadcast deals.