https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/2026-nfl-schedule-release-biggest-wish-explained/

NFCN Teams' one schedule wish ahead of 2026 release:

Minnesota Vikings - Fewer road games in primetime

Of Minnesota's four primetime games in 2025, three were on the road. The Vikings went 2-1 in those games, but they would probably desire an easier path this time as they work Kyler Murray into the mix.

Chicago Bears - Face the Falcons in Spain 

Because the Bears and Chiefs have marketing rights in Spain, there is a good chance that the NFL chooses one of those teams for the December game in Madrid. If chosen, it would be a pretty big advantage for the Bears. They have nine home games and will also play a neutral-site game against a team (the Falcons) that doesn't traditionally travel well. 

Detroit Lions - Easy Munich opponent 

The Lions will be the designated home team for their upcoming game in Germany. The Giants, Buccaneers and Patriots are the favorites to be their opponent. One would think the Lions want to face the Giants, who have built just one winning season since 2017.  

Green Bay Packers - Favorable road schedule 

Green Bay has an interesting list of road opponents from a weather standpoint. Ideally, the Packers would travel to New England, Chicago and New York early in the season and travel to Tampa Bay later in the year. Green Bay would also probably prefer to avoid the Rams in primetime, given the West Coast travel.