The NFL schedule is heating up, and there's plenty of buzz around the Washington Commanders as we look ahead to the 2026 season. If you're a fan of the Burgundy and Gold, you'll want to mark your calendars—there's a strong chance the team is heading across the pond.

According to recent leaks—and yes, these are more than just rumors—the Commanders are slated to play in London on October 4, 2026. The source? None other than the official website of Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, which briefly listed the game before quickly pulling it down. It seems the NFL wasn't quite ready to make that announcement, but the cat's out of the bag. The league has confirmed it will release the full regular-season schedule on Thursday, May 14, with international games revealed a day earlier on Wednesday, May 13. That October 4 date lines up perfectly with Week 4 of the season, so start planning your trip now.

But that's not all we've learned. The Commanders won't be kicking off the season against the Cowboys or Giants. Why? Because the NFL has already announced that Dallas will travel to New York to face the Giants on Sunday Night Football in Week 1. It's a classic NFC East showdown, and NBC just can't resist—this will be the eighth time in 15 seasons these two teams meet in the opening week. Meanwhile, Washington will look to build on their 2025 season opener, where they faced the Giants at Northwest Stadium in a 1:00 PM contest.

And if you were hoping to see the Commanders on Thanksgiving Day, you'll have to wait. The NFL has confirmed that the Cowboys will host the Philadelphia Eagles on November 26 at 4:30 PM in Arlington, Texas. That means Washington will be watching from home, but with a potential London game on the horizon, there's plenty to get excited about.

Whether you're gearing up for a trip to England or just planning your game-day wardrobe, now's the time to stock up on Commanders gear. Stay tuned for the official schedule release—it's going to be a season to remember.