NBC and Peacock’s flagship pregame program, Football Night in America, is set to return this August, marking the start of a busy NFL schedule that will see the network blend deep league analysis with a fresh roster of on‑air talent.
Maria Taylor will anchor the 80‑minute broadcast, bringing her signature blend of insight and energy to the screen. She will be joined by a quartet of analysts — former NFL coach Jason Garrett, Super Bowl champion Devin McCourty, legal analyst Mike Florio, and veteran coach Mike Tomlin — each bringing a distinct perspective to the conversation.
A special kickoff edition
The show will debut with a special edition on August 6, 2026, ahead of the Pro Football Hall of Fame Game, before the regular Sunday night slate kicks off on September 9 with a high‑profile rematch between the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots.
Throughout the season, the pregame show will air each Sunday at 7 p.m. Eastern, leading directly into the 8:20 p.m. kickoff of Sunday Night Football. The lineup will feature matchups such as the Dallas Cowboys visiting the New York Giants on September 13, and will devote ample time to dissecting player performances, emerging storylines, and the broader narrative shaping the league.
By anchoring the program on both NBC and its streaming platform Peacock, the network aims to reach a wider audience while maintaining the analytical depth that has become a hallmark of its football coverage.