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.

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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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Sara Walsh is joined by NFL Insiders Adam Schefter, Judy Battista, Mike Garafolo and Jeff Darlington to talk about the latest headlines. The NFLPA asks for a full investigation into the Eagles handling of Jalen Hurts' (blood clots) medical care. DL Jordan Elliot was released by the Titans after attempting to retrieve a gun following an altercation with a teammate on Tuesday. Bills DB Sam Franklin Jr and CJ Gardner Johnson are both suspended after spitting on a Raiders players during Week 6 game. Giants QB JJ McCarthy will start Sunday against the Texans. Josh Jacobs returns to practice after being removed from commissioners exempt list. Lions TE Sam LaPorta is seeking a new contract and is set to be a free agent in offseason. Commanders hire Steve Wilks in game planning role. 

Sara Walsh is joined by NFL Insiders Adam Schefter, Judy Battista, Mike Garafolo and Jeff Darlington to talk about the latest headlines. The NFLPA asks for a full investigation into the Eagles handling of Jalen Hurts' (blood clots) medical care. DL Jordan Elliot was released by the Titans after attempting to retrieve a gun following an altercation with a teammate on Tuesday. Bills DB Sam Franklin Jr and CJ Gardner Johnson are both suspended after spitting on a Raiders players during Week 6 game. Giants QB JJ McCarthy will start Sunday against the Texans. Josh Jacobs returns to practice after being removed from commissioners exempt list. Lions TE Sam LaPorta is seeking a new contract and is set to be a free agent in offseason. Commanders hire Steve Wilks in game planning role.&nbsp;

The Insiders Podcast: NFLPA calls for investigation into Hurts' medical care + Titans release DL Jordan Elliot

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Rhett Lewis is joined by NFL Insiders Ian Rapoport, Judy Battista, Mike Garafolo and Jeff Darlington to talk about the latest headlines. Eagles QB Jalen Hurts is expected to miss the remainder of the season after blood clots found in his lungs. Commanders WR Terry McLaurin (torn patellar tendon) is out for season after MNF loss against the 49ers. WR Mike Evans avoided serious injury vs Commanders on MNF (achilles). Packers RB Josh Jacobs is removed from the commissioners exempt list and is expected to practice and play against the Lions. Rams WR Davante Adams (hamstring) will miss 6-10 weeks. Ravens QB Lamar Jackson (ankle) is making progress toward returning to practice. The Steelers and the Saints will face off in Paris on Sunday at the Stade de France.

Rhett Lewis is joined by NFL Insiders Ian Rapoport, Judy Battista, Mike Garafolo and Jeff Darlington to talk about the latest headlines. Eagles QB Jalen Hurts is expected to miss the remainder of the season after blood clots found in his lungs. Commanders WR Terry McLaurin (torn patellar tendon) is out for season after MNF loss against the 49ers. WR Mike Evans avoided serious injury vs Commanders on MNF (achilles). Packers RB Josh Jacobs is removed from the commissioners exempt list and is expected to practice and play against the Lions. Rams WR Davante Adams (hamstring) will miss 6-10 weeks. Ravens QB Lamar Jackson (ankle) is making progress toward returning to practice. The Steelers and the Saints will face off in Paris on Sunday at the Stade de France.

The Insiders Podcast: Jalen Hurts OUT for season (lung blood clots) + Josh Jacobs removed from exempt list

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Sara Walsh is joined by NFL Insiders Ian Rapoport, Judy Battista and Jeremy Fowler to talk about the latest headlines. Eagles QB Jalen Hurts is out indefinitely with a blood clot in his calf. Backup Tanner McKee will start Sunday against the Panthers. Raven QB Lamar Jackson (ankle) is out Sunday against the Browns. Tyler Huntley will start. Bears QB Caleb Williams (hamstring) is questionable but nearing a return against the Falcons on Sunday. QB Michael Penix Jr. (ribs) is off the injury report and is expected to play Sunday. Bucs QB Jalon Daniels to make 3rd straight start with Baker Mayfield (thumb) out. 

Sara Walsh is joined by NFL Insiders Ian Rapoport, Judy Battista and Jeremy Fowler to talk about the latest headlines. Eagles QB Jalen Hurts is out indefinitely with a blood clot in his calf. Backup Tanner McKee will start Sunday against the Panthers. Raven QB Lamar Jackson (ankle) is out Sunday against the Browns. Tyler Huntley will start. Bears QB Caleb Williams (hamstring) is questionable but nearing a return against the Falcons on Sunday. QB Michael Penix Jr. (ribs) is off the injury report and is expected to play Sunday. Bucs QB Jalon Daniels to make 3rd straight start with Baker Mayfield (thumb) out.&nbsp;

The Insiders Podcast: Jalen Hurts OUT with blood clot + Lamar Jackson OUT Sunday vs Browns

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

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