NFL Schedule Day Plus Is the NFL Ruining Their Own Product?

Stillman and Co. · May 14, 2026 · 1h 3m

NFL Schedule Release Day is here and I’m fully here for it. Schedule placement can make or break a season, and today I break down exactly what to look for as a fan and analyst. My 7-point checklist for the perfect schedule: - Bad teams early - New coaches/QBs/OCs before November - Proven good teams in December - No early bye week - Facing strong teams after they play each other - Mostly noon kickoffs for rhythm - At least 2 national TV games Plus, why the NFL is oversaturating the product with too many extra games (Wednesday Thanksgiving, international slate, etc.) and how it’s hurting Sunday…