Football season is back, and the 2026 NFL Kickoff Game will see the Seattle Seahawks defend their Super Bowl title in a match against the New England Patriots.

The NFL will begin its 2026 season tonight with a rare Super Bowl rematch between the Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots at Lumen Field in Seattle, Washington. Coverage will begin at 7 p.m. ET on NBC and Peacock with a special edition of Football Night in America, followed by kickoff at 8:20 p.m.

The Kansas City Chiefs will host the Denver Broncos on Monday, Sept. 14, at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Mo., with kickoff scheduled for 8:15 p.m. ET. The game marks the conclusion of Week 1 of Monday Night Football season,