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Cowboys owner Jerry Jones updates timeline for NFL's 18-game schedule, floats preseason reduction
Saturday, November 14, 2026
Jerry Jones, owner of the Dallas Cowboys, said the NFL could adopt an 18-game regular season schedule beginning in 2027. The National Football League Players Association stated it would prioritize player health and safety in negotiations over any schedule change. The NFL currently operates with a 17-game regular season and has not finalized plans for an 18-game format.
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