The 2026 Cowboys Schedule Meat Grinder

..the franchise was dealt a particularly difficult hand, starting with an international game in Brazil followed by a grueling travel itinerary that lacks an early break. Notably, the team must endure sixteen consecutive games before reaching their Week 14 bye, the latest rest period allowed by league rules. Despite a brief reprieve with a three-game homestand in November, the season concludes with a punishing four-game stretch against top-tier 2025 playoff contenders. While the article notes the players' optimistic attitudes regarding the travel and physical demands, it ultimately questions the fairness of such a strenuous professional calendar.