NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero and Ian Rapoport comb through and dissect the 2026 NFL schedule following its release Thursday. Plus, Packers linebacker Zaire Franklin joins show to discuss Green Bay's 2026 schedule and the expectations for his new team; Omar Ruiz breaks down the ''To Do List'' for each team in the AFC West; and Adam Rank shares his thoughts on the 2026 schedule.

NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero and Ian Rapoport comb through and dissect the 2026 NFL schedule following its release Thursday.&nbsp;Plus, Packers linebacker Zaire Franklin joins show to discuss Green Bay's 2026 schedule and the expectations for his new team; Omar Ruiz breaks down the ''To Do List'' for each team in the AFC West; and Adam Rank shares his thoughts on the 2026 schedule.

Ian Rapoport, Tom Pelissero, Mike Garafolo, Judy Battista and other Insiders break NFL news about each team as it happens on The Insiders. Stay connected in real time with the most impactful stories in football from the game’s most trusted sources.

Ian Rapoport, Tom Pelissero, Mike Garafolo, Judy Battista and other Insiders break NFL news about each team as it happens on The Insiders. Stay connected in real time with the most impactful stories in football from the game’s most trusted sources.

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The Insiders Podcast: 2026 NFL Schedule Released and Packers Linebacker Zaire Franklin Joins the Insiders 

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Rhett Lewis is joined by NFL Insiders Adam Schefter, Mike Garafolo and Judy Battista to talk about the latest headlines. Commanders QB Jayden Daniels (dislocated elbow) participated in practice today and is not yet ruled out for Sunday's game in London against the Colts. Undrafted rookie Jalon Daniels to start for Buccaneers on Sunday against the Packers. Ravens QB Lamar Jackson (back) was limited in practice today. HC Jesse Minter says it's minor. Rookie guard Vega Ioane will be shifting to center for the Ravens. Bills QB Josh Allen (knee soreness) is expected to play Sunday against the Patriots. Raiders QB Kirk Cousins is the first QB 38-years-old or older to begin season with 3 straight 3+ passing TD games. 

Rhett Lewis is joined by NFL Insiders Adam Schefter, Mike Garafolo and Judy Battista to talk about the latest headlines. Commanders QB Jayden Daniels (dislocated elbow) participated in practice today and is not yet ruled out for Sunday's game in London against the Colts. Undrafted rookie Jalon Daniels to start for Buccaneers on Sunday against the Packers. Ravens QB Lamar Jackson (back) was limited in practice today. HC Jesse Minter says it's minor. Rookie guard Vega Ioane will be shifting to center for the Ravens. Bills QB Josh Allen (knee soreness) is expected to play Sunday against the Patriots. Raiders QB Kirk Cousins is the first QB 38-years-old or older to begin season with 3 straight 3+ passing TD games.&nbsp;

The Insiders Podcast: Commanders QB Jayden Daniels not ruled out for London game + Undrafted rookie Jalon Daniels to start for Buccaneers

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Rhett Lewis is joined by NFL Insiders Ian Rapoport, Mike Garafolo, Judy Battista and Jeff Darlington  to talk about the latest headlines. The New York Giants acquire QB JJ McCarthy for a 2027 5th-round pick. Giants QB Jameis Winston will start Week 4 against the Cardinals. WR Odell Beckham Jr. is released by the Giants. Giants LB Brian Burns suffered torn ACL and will miss remainder of the season. Tampa Bay Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield will miss a minimum of 3 games (dislocated thumb). Undrafted rookie QB Jalon Daniels will start in Mayfield's place against the Packers Sunday.

Rhett Lewis is joined by NFL Insiders Ian Rapoport, Mike Garafolo, Judy Battista and Jeff Darlington &nbsp;to talk about the latest headlines. The New York Giants acquire QB JJ McCarthy for a 2027 5th-round pick. Giants QB Jameis Winston will start Week 4 against the Cardinals. WR Odell Beckham Jr. is released by the Giants. Giants LB Brian Burns suffered torn ACL and will miss remainder of the season. Tampa Bay Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield will miss a minimum of 3 games (dislocated thumb). Undrafted rookie QB Jalon Daniels will start in Mayfield's place against the Packers Sunday.

The Insiders Podcast: Giants acquire QB JJ McCarthy for 2027 5th-rd pick + Undrafted rookie Jalon Daniels starts for Buccaneers Sunday

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Patrick Claybon is joined by NFL Insiders Ian Rapoport and Judy Battista to talk about the latest headlines.

Seahawks QB Sam Darnold is good to go on Sunday at Commanders (glute). Commanders QB Jayden Daniels won't be placed on IR and will be week-to-week. QB Marcus Mariota will start. Rams WR Puka Nacua is doubtful to play Sunday against Broncos (hip). Vikings QB Kyler Murray cleared concussion protocol and expected to play Sunday against the Buccaneers. 49ers DE Nick Bosa is out Sunday against the Cardinals (calf) and is expected to miss a few weeks.

Patrick Claybon is joined by NFL Insiders Ian Rapoport and Judy Battista to talk about the latest headlines.
Seahawks QB Sam Darnold is good to go on Sunday at Commanders (glute). Commanders QB Jayden Daniels won't be placed on IR and will be week-to-week. QB Marcus Mariota will start. Rams WR Puka Nacua is doubtful to play Sunday against Broncos (hip). Vikings QB Kyler Murray cleared concussion protocol and expected to play Sunday against the Buccaneers. 49ers DE Nick Bosa is out Sunday against the Cardinals (calf) and is expected to miss a few weeks.

The Insiders Podcast: Seahawks QB Sam Darnold is back Sunday at Commanders + Vikings QB Kyler Murray clears concussion protocol

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The Insiders Podcast: 2026 NFL Schedule Released and Packers Linebacker Zaire Franklin Joins the Insiders

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