Broncos Reveal 2026 Season Opponents
As the Broncos prepare for their postseason, the 2026 regular-season opponents have been officially outlined. The completion of various division races has clarified the teams Denver will face next year.
2026 Season Opponents for the Denver Broncos
In the upcoming season, the Broncos will engage in both home and away games against their three divisional rivals. Additionally, they are set to compete against every team in the AFC East and NFC West.
Divisional Matchups
- Home games will include matchups against:
- AFC East: Buffalo Bills, Miami Dolphins
- NFC West: Los Angeles Rams, Seattle Seahawks
- Away games will include:
- AFC East: New England Patriots, New York Jets
- NFC West: Arizona Cardinals, San Francisco 49ers
Key Games Against Top Finishing Teams
Furthermore, the Broncos will play against the first-place finishers from the AFC South, AFC North, and NFC South divisions. Notable matchups include:
- Jacksonville Jaguars (AFC South) at Empower Field at Mile High
- Pittsburgh Steelers (AFC North) away
- Carolina Panthers (NFC South) away
Game Schedule Overview
The NFL’s scheduling formula dictates that each team plays six games against their own division, four against a rotating AFC division, four against a rotating NFC division, and three against teams who finished in the same divisional position. In 2026, the Broncos will host eight games and travel for nine games, facing ten teams that made the playoffs in 2025.
The full regular-season schedule is expected to be unveiled in the spring. Fans can look forward to an exciting season ahead as the Broncos take on formidable opponents.
