The Los Angeles Rams are heading into the 2026 season with a chip on their shoulder and their eyes set on a Super Bowl that would be played on their home turf. After a stellar 12-5 campaign last year, the Rams fell just short of the NFC West crown, losing the division to the Seahawks by two games and tying the 49ers in the standings. That sting was compounded by a conference title game loss in Seattle to the eventual Super Bowl champions, leaving the team hungry for redemption.

Offensively, the Rams were a juggernaut last season, led by Matthew Stafford, who earned his first league MVP award. Their young defense stepped up admirably, but secondary issues prompted an aggressive offseason. Los Angeles made a splash by landing cornerbacks Trent McDuffie and Jaylen Watson, shoring up a unit that could be the key to dethroning Seattle and positioning themselves for a run at Super Bowl 61—set to be played in the very stadium where they won Super Bowl 56.

Here's a breakdown of the Rams' 2026 schedule, including all 17 games, strength of schedule, and what to watch for.

Home Opponents: 49ers, Cardinals, Seahawks, Cowboys, Giants, Packers, Chiefs, Chargers, Bills

Away Opponents: 49ers, Cardinals, Seahawks, Eagles, Commanders, Buccaneers, Broncos, Raiders

The NFL schedule will be released on Thursday, May 14, at 8 p.m. ET, and we'll update this page with exact dates, times, and TV networks as soon as they're announced.

Strength of Schedule

The Rams face the 13th-toughest schedule in the league this season. Their 2026 opponents combined for a .513 winning percentage last year, a number driven up by the Seahawks and 49ers, who went a combined 26-8 in 2025. That means every divisional matchup will be a battle.

Toughest Tests

Beyond the usual NFC West slugfests with Seattle and San Francisco (both twice), the Rams hit the road for daunting matchups against the Eagles and Broncos. At home, a crossover with the AFC West brings a tricky game against the Chiefs and a crosstown rivalry battle with the Chargers. As a second-place finisher, Los Angeles also hosts the Bills and Packers, adding two more heavyweight bouts to the slate.

Biggest Breaks

While the schedule is no cakewalk, the Rams catch a few favorable draws. The NFC East, aside from the Eagles, offers some relief, and the AFC West crossover includes the Raiders, who are still rebuilding. With the right momentum, these games could be the difference between a playoff push and a Super Bowl run.