"As a divisional champion, the Patriots are now scheduled to battle against several 2025 division champs next fall - the Pittsburgh Steelers (AFC North champions), Jacksonville Jaguars (AFC South champions), and the Seattle Seahawks (NFC West Champions). Those matchups - two of which are against a pair of 14 and 13-win teams in Seattle and Jacksonville, respectively, on the road - will further complicate an already daunting schedule for Mike Vrabel's team next season."
"Along with two divisional bouts with Josh Allen and the Bills, the Patriots will take on both the AFC West and the NFC North in 2026 - presenting New England with a few more daunting opponents like the Broncos, Packers, Bears, Lions, Chargers, and Chiefs. Here's a look at who the Patriots will play next season, split between home and away games:"
"New England Patriots The Patriots will face several division winners in 2026, including the Broncos, Jaguars, Steelers, and Seahawks. The Patriots' opponents for the 2026 season were finalized this weekend after the division winners in the NFC West, AFC North, and AFC South were all decided. And while the 2025 Patriots are focused on making the most of this 14-3 turnaround season, a tougher road awaits next season as the reigning AFC East champions."
The Patriots' 2026 opponents were finalized after NFC West, AFC North, and AFC South division winners were decided. As reigning AFC East champions, New England will face the Pittsburgh Steelers, Jacksonville Jaguars, and Seattle Seahawks next season. Two road games at Seattle and Jacksonville against 14- and 13-win teams increase schedule difficulty. The Patriots also have divisional rematches with Buffalo and will play the AFC West and NFC North, adding opponents such as the Broncos, Packers, Bears, Lions, Chargers, and Chiefs. Home and away game lists include both AFC East rivals and multiple interconference opponents.
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