Analyst predicts top 10 matchups for 2026 NFL season

4 articles · Updated · NFL.com · May 7

The list is led by Seahawks-Rams in Seattle, with champions Seattle and Super Bowl runners-up New England each appearing three times; Rams, Chiefs, Ravens and Bills feature twice.
Other highlighted games include Chiefs-Bills at new Highmark Stadium, Bears-Packers after three dramatic 2025 meetings, Ravens-Steelers under new coaches, and the Rams-49ers clash in Melbourne on 11 September.
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