The New York Giants are set to kick off their 2026 NFL season with a highly anticipated Sunday Night Football matchup against the Dallas Cowboys on September 13, 2026, at 8:20 PM EDT at MetLife Stadium. This game marks the debut of head coach John Harbaugh with the Giants, following his successful tenure with the Baltimore Ravens. (giants.com)
The Giants' 2026 schedule features several notable games, including:
- Week 2: An away game against the Los Angeles Rams on Monday Night Football (September 21, 8:15 PM EDT).
- Week 10: A home game against the Washington Commanders on Thursday Night Football (November 12, 8:15 PM EST).
- Week 16: An away game against the Detroit Lions on Monday Night Football (December 28, 8:15 PM EST). (giants.com)
In the preseason, the Giants finished with a 2-1 record:
- Week 1: Lost to the Minnesota Vikings (13-10) on August 15.
- Week 2: Defeated the Miami Dolphins (26-3) on August 22.
- Week 3: Defeated the New York Jets (23-6) on August 28. (nfl.com)
Fans are eager to see how the team performs under Harbaugh's leadership, especially in these high-profile matchups. The season opener against the Cowboys is expected to draw significant attention, given the longstanding rivalry between the two teams and the fresh start for the Giants with their new head coach.