Jaguars Cleared October Schedule for Stadium Work
The Jacksonville Jaguars have organized a month-long road stretch to accommodate $1.4 billion in stadium renovations.
Updated on Oct. 2, 2026 in Football
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The Jacksonville Jaguars will play no home games in October 2026, marking a 35-day gap between appearances at their home stadium. The team requested this schedule to provide construction crews with uninterrupted access to the facility.
Why it matters
The month-long absence is necessary to facilitate a $1.4 billion renovation project currently underway at the stadium. This scheduling strategy allows work to proceed without the logistical interruptions of hosting NFL games.
The team will play two consecutive home games in London and a road game in Cincinnati, resulting in a 35-day period without a home game in Jacksonville. The project currently totals a $1.4 billion investment.
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The details
The Jaguars are scheduled for an away game in Cincinnati on October 4, followed by two home games against the Philadelphia Eagles and Houston Texans in London. Construction crews require this full month of access to maintain the project timeline before the team returns for a November 1 home game against the Colts.
Timeline
October 4, 2026: The Jaguars play an away game against Cincinnati.
October 11, 2026: The Jaguars host the Philadelphia Eagles in London.
October 18, 2026: The Jaguars host the Houston Texans in London.
October 25, 2026: The team enters a bye week.
November 1, 2026: The team returns to Jacksonville for a home game against the Colts.
Season Trajectory
This strategic scheduling allows the team to maintain home-game revenue through international matches while minimizing disruptions to local construction. It also sets a precedent for the team, as they are already slated to play their 2027 home games in Orlando.
Local fans will not see a home game in Jacksonville for the entire month of October. The team resumes play in their home market against the Colts on November 1.
The takeaway
The team is managing a complex transition period by balancing international commitments with local facility upgrades. Fans should prepare for a modified home schedule throughout the duration of the multi-year renovation project.
What happens next
The final phase of stadium construction is planned for 2027, during which the Jaguars will play their home games in Orlando.
Further reading
For more information on team updates and the stadium project, visit the Football section.
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