The 2026 New York Giants Schedule opens a genuinely new era at MetLife Stadium. John Harbaugh takes over on the sideline after 18 seasons in Baltimore, Jaxson Dart enters year two as the starting quarterback, and the Giants draw four primetime windows including back to back national games to start the season.
Below is every game date, kickoff time in Eastern Time, TV channel and streaming option, plus a free printable PDF you can pin to the fridge or keep on your phone.
Free Printable New York Giants Schedule PDF
The printable New York Giants schedule puts the full season on a single page. Every row lists the opponent, date, kickoff time in ET and TV channel, with space to write in scores and follow the NFC East race through Week 18. Print it in black and white or save it to your phone for quick reference on game day.
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2026 Giants Preseason Schedule
Harbaugh gets his first live look at the roster across three August exhibition games. The Giants host Minnesota, travel to Miami, then close out against the Jets in the annual crosstown tune up. All three air locally on WNBC 4 in the New York market.
See the full 2026 NFL preseason schedule for every team.
| WEEK | DATE | OPPONENT | TIME (ET) | TV CHANNEL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sat, Aug 15 | vs Vikings | 1:00 PM | WNBC 4 |
| 2 | Sat, Aug 22 | @ Dolphins | 4:00 PM | WNBC 4 |
| 3 | Fri, Aug 28 | @ Jets | 7:30 PM | WNBC 4 |
2026 New York Giants Schedule: Full Regular Season
Here is the complete week by week slate with kickoff times in Eastern Time. The Giants play nine home games and eight on the road, take the bye in Week 8, and finish with a three game run against Detroit, Dallas and Philadelphia. Sunday games from Week 5 onward can move under NFL flexible scheduling rules, so check back for updates.
| WEEK | DATE | OPPONENT | TIME (ET) | TV CHANNEL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sun, Sep 13 | vs Cowboys | 8:20 PM | NBC |
| 2 | Mon, Sep 21 | @ Rams | 8:15 PM | ESPN/ABC |
| 3 | Sun, Sep 27 | vs Titans | 1:00 PM | CBS |
| 4 | Sun, Oct 4 | vs Cardinals | 1:00 PM | CBS |
| 5 | Sun, Oct 11 | @ Commanders | 1:00 PM | FOX |
| 6 | Sun, Oct 18 | vs Saints | 1:00 PM | FOX |
| 7 | Sun, Oct 25 | @ Texans | 1:00 PM | FOX |
| 8 | Sun, Nov 1 | BYE WEEK | None | None |
| 9 | Sun, Nov 8 | @ Eagles | 1:00 PM | FOX |
| 10 | Thu, Nov 12 | vs Commanders | 8:15 PM | Prime Video |
| 11 | Sun, Nov 22 | vs Jaguars | 1:00 PM | CBS |
| 12 | Sun, Nov 29 | @ Colts | 1:00 PM | FOX |
| 13 | Sun, Dec 6 | vs 49ers | 1:00 PM | FOX |
| 14 | Sun, Dec 13 | @ Seahawks | 4:25 PM | FOX |
| 15 | Sun, Dec 20 | vs Browns | 1:00 PM | CBS |
| 16 | Mon, Dec 28 | @ Lions | 8:15 PM | ESPN |
| 17 | Sun, Jan 3 | @ Cowboys | 1:00 PM | FOX |
| 18 | Jan 9 or 10 | vs Eagles | TBD | TBD |
Key Matchups, Primetime Games and the Week 8 Bye
Four national windows headline the slate and two arrive immediately. Harbaugh debuts on Sunday Night Football against the Cowboys on September 13, then the Giants fly west for Monday Night Football at the Rams, who will be coming off the first NFL regular season game ever staged in Australia.
A Thursday night home date with Washington in Week 10 and a Monday night trip to Detroit in Week 16 complete the primetime group.
| WEEK | MATCHUP | WHY IT MATTERS |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | vs Cowboys (SNF) | Harbaugh’s first game as Giants head coach, in primetime against a division rival |
| 3 | vs Titans | Reunion with Wan’Dale Robinson, Daniel Bellinger and Cor’Dale Flott, all now in Tennessee |
| 9 | @ Eagles | Road test at the NFC East favorite in the week before the bye |
| 10 | vs Commanders (TNF) | Second Washington meeting in just over a month, streaming on Prime Video |
| 13 | vs 49ers | Measuring stick game against an NFC contender at MetLife Stadium |
| 17 and 18 | @ Cowboys, vs Eagles | Back to back division finales that could decide playoff seeding |
The bye lands in Week 8 on November 1, the earliest the Giants have taken a break since 2017 and well placed after road trips to Philadelphia and Houston. New York also gets a rare rest advantage in November: the Thursday game on November 12 is followed by ten days off before Jacksonville visits on November 22. Six NFC East games and a slate ranked 17th toughest in the league, with 2026 opponents going a combined .498 last season, give this roster a realistic path back into contention after a 4-13 finish in 2025.
Roster turnover was heavy, with tight end Isaiah Likely, linebacker Tremaine Edmunds and defensive tackle DJ Reader arriving in free agency while Dexter Lawrence was traded to Cincinnati for the pick that became tackle Francis Mauigoa.
How to Watch the New York Giants Schedule on TV and Streaming
Most Giants games in 2026 air on free broadcast television. FOX carries eight games and CBS has four, NBC has the Week 1 Sunday night opener, ESPN handles Monday nights in Weeks 2 and 16 with the Week 2 game also simulcast on ABC, and Prime Video streams the Week 10 Thursday night matchup.
The Giants are not part of the 2026 NFL International Series, so there are no early morning kickoffs to plan around.
| PLATFORM | WHAT IT COVERS | BEST FOR |
|---|---|---|
| HD antenna | Local FOX, CBS, NBC and ABC broadcasts | Watching most of the season at no cost in the New York market |
| Prime Video | Thursday Night Football in Week 10 vs Washington | Streaming the Thursday game, which also airs on Twitch |
| Paramount+ | The four CBS games | Cord cutters who want CBS Sunday afternoons |
| Peacock | NBC coverage and Sunday Night Football | Streaming the Week 1 opener against Dallas |
| ESPN app and Disney+ | Monday Night Football in Weeks 2 and 16 | The two road Monday night games |
| NFL+ | Local and primetime games on phone or tablet | Watching on the move rather than on a TV |
| NFL Sunday Ticket on YouTube TV | Out of market Sunday afternoon games | Giants fans living outside the New York area |
Watching free is easier than it looks. In the New York market an HD antenna picks up the 13 games on FOX, CBS and NBC at no cost, the Week 2 Monday night game is simulcast on ABC, and the NFL requires the Week 10 Thursday night game to air on local over the air stations in both teams’ markets. That leaves only the Week 16 Monday night game at Detroit and the Week 18 finale behind a paywall.
Live TV bundles such as YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV and Fubo carry FOX, CBS, NBC and ESPN on their full channel plans, which covers every game in one subscription. Most services still offer a free trial, so timing one around a marquee date is a simple way to watch without committing to a full season.
Giants Tickets and MetLife Stadium
The Giants play their nine home games at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, the venue they share with the New York Jets. Official tickets are sold through Giants.com and Ticketmaster, with resale inventory on SeatGeek, StubHub and Vivid Seats.
The Cowboys opener and the Week 18 Eagles finale usually carry the highest prices, so buying early tends to pay off. Always check fees before you complete a purchase.
FAQ: New York Giants 2026 Season
When does the 2026 New York Giants season start?
The Giants open the 2026 season on Sunday, September 13 against the Dallas Cowboys at MetLife Stadium. Kickoff is 8:20 PM ET on NBC as the Sunday Night Football game.
Who is the Giants head coach in 2026?
John Harbaugh is the Giants head coach. He agreed to a five year deal on January 17, 2026 and was introduced three days later, after 18 seasons with the Baltimore Ravens. Joe Schoen remains general manager, with Matt Nagy as offensive coordinator and Dennard Wilson as defensive coordinator.
Who is the Giants starting quarterback in 2026?
Jaxson Dart enters his second NFL season as the starter. Brandon Allen and Jameis Winston are behind him on the depth chart. Harbaugh has said he plans to build around Dart’s dual threat ability in a system similar to the one he ran with Lamar Jackson in Baltimore.
When is the Giants bye week in 2026?
The Giants have their bye in Week 8, on Sunday, November 1. It is their earliest bye since 2017 and it follows road games at Philadelphia and Houston.
How many primetime games do the Giants have in 2026?
Four. Week 1 against Dallas on NBC, Week 2 at the Rams on ESPN and ABC, Week 10 against Washington on Prime Video, and Week 16 at Detroit on ESPN. The first two come back to back to open the season.
What channel are Giants games on in 2026?
FOX carries eight games and CBS carries four. NBC has the Week 1 opener, ESPN has Monday nights in Weeks 2 and 16 with the Week 2 game also simulcast on ABC, and Prime Video streams the Week 10 Thursday night game. The Week 18 broadcast window is still to be confirmed.
Do the Giants play any international games in 2026?
No. The Giants are not part of the 2026 NFL International Series. All 17 regular season games are played in the United States.
Where do the Giants play their home games?
At MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, which they share with the New York Jets. The Giants host nine regular season games there in 2026.
Who did the Giants draft in the first round in 2026?
The Giants used two top ten picks. Linebacker Arvell Reese from Ohio State went fifth overall, and offensive tackle Francis Mauigoa from Miami went tenth, using a pick acquired from Cincinnati in the Dexter Lawrence trade.
How many Super Bowls have the Giants won?
Four. The Giants won Super Bowl XXI after the 1986 season, XXV after 1990, XLII after 2007 and XLVI after 2011.
Can I watch Giants games for free?
Yes. In the New York market an HD antenna picks up the 13 games on FOX, CBS and NBC at no cost. The Week 2 Monday night game is also simulcast on ABC, and the Week 10 Thursday night game must air on local over the air stations in both teams’ markets. Preseason games air free on WNBC 4, and services such as Peacock and Paramount+ offer free trial periods.
From the Harbaugh era opening under the lights against Dallas to a Week 18 divisional finale against Philadelphia, the 2026 New York Giants Schedule gives fans plenty to circle.
Bookmark this page, download the free printable Giants schedule above, and check back as the NFL confirms flex scheduling for the closing weeks. For more, browse the complete 2026 NFL schedule or our printable list of NFL teams.