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9 September 2026

Why is the NFL's 2026 season-opener on a Wednesday? Scheduling quirk explained

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Why is the NFL's 2026 season-opener on a Wednesday? Scheduling quirk explained

Here's why the NFL is starting its 2026 season on a Wednesday night – just the second time it's happened in the modern era.

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