The 2026 NFL regular season launched into history this weekend, leaving fans breathless after a high-scoring Sunday slate that shattered league records and delivered a primetime thriller.
Bears Make History in 59-Point Fireworks Show
The biggest story of opening weekend came out of Soldier Field, where the Chicago Bears orchestrated a historical blowout, defeating the Carolina Panthers 59-37. The combined 96 points set the all-time NFL record for the highest-scoring Week 1 game in league history.
Chicago’s revamped offense looked unstoppable, slicing through the Panthers’ secondary and putting the rest of the league on notice.
Giants Stun Cowboys on Sunday Night
In the weekend’s marquee primetime matchup, the New York Giants secured a thrilling 28-20 upset victory over the Dallas Cowboys. Entering the game as distinct underdogs, the Giants’ defensive front frustrated Dallas all night, making critical stops late in the fourth quarter to silence the home crowd and secure a crucial divisional win to open their campaign.
Extra-Time Drama and Final Scores
The afternoon slate provided no shortage of tension. In Detroit, the Lions outlasted the New Saints 31-30 in an overtime thriller that saw multiple lead changes.
But with second to go in overtime, the Saints made an effort to win the game by going for a 2-point conversion which failed, sending the Saints to 0-1 to start their season.
The complete scoreboard from an action-packed Week 1:
- Seahawks 13, Patriots 10
- 49ers 27, Rams 7
- Lions 31, Saints 30 (OT)
- Bengals 33, Buccaneers 27
- Ravens 41, Colts 23
- Jaguars 34, Browns 10
- Jets 23, Titans 10
- Bills 36, Texans 31
- Steelers 20, Falcons 13
- Bears 59, Panthers 37
- Vikings 39, Packers 22
- Raiders 27, Dolphins 13
- Cardinals 26, Chargers 14
- Eagles 24, Commanders 22
- Giants 28, Cowboys 20
Monday Night Football Ahead
Week 1 concludes tonight as the Denver Broncos travel to face the ir division rival, the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium.
Kickoff is scheduled for 8:15 PM ET, where the Chiefs hope to set a path that will lead them back to the postseason after not making the playoffs last season.
But the Broncos, who made it to the AFC Championship last season, may have other plans.
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