The Green Bay Packers are no strangers to packing their bags for international games, and it looks like 2026 will be no different. After making appearances in London back in 2022 and Brazil in 2024, the Packers are once again expected to take their show on the road-though this time, it won’t be quite as far as the land Down Under.
That’s right-Green Bay fans can breathe a sigh of relief. The Packers won’t be making the marathon trip to Australia.
That honor goes to the Los Angeles Rams and San Francisco 49ers, two West Coast teams better positioned to handle the grueling flight. The twist?
It’s a divisional matchup. The Rams are giving up a home game to make it happen, which is rare for a game with such playoff implications.
It’s not often you see a divisional rivalry play out on a different continent, but here we are.
So, where might the Packers land if they’re heading abroad? The most logical destinations are London or Germany, and there’s good reason for that.
The NFL has already granted Green Bay international marketing rights in both countries, which makes them prime candidates for hosting a Packers game. London is set to host three games this season, while Munich will handle one.
Given the league’s push to grow the game overseas, and the Packers’ growing fan presence in Europe, one of those venues feels like a natural fit.
One location that's definitively off the table: Brazil. The Packers already played there in 2024, and this time around, it’s the Dallas Cowboys who’ll be making the trip to South America. While Green Bay is scheduled to face Dallas in 2026, that game will be played stateside, with the Packers listed as the home team.
If Green Bay does get tapped for another international home game, the likely opponents are Atlanta, Carolina, Miami, or Houston-all teams on their 2026 home slate. Each of those matchups brings its own intrigue, but none would be out of place on the international stage, especially with the NFL’s continued emphasis on showcasing a variety of teams and play styles to global audiences.
As for when we’ll get the official word on the Packers’ travel plans? That remains up in the air. The NFL typically announces its international schedule in the spring, so fans will need to keep an eye on the calendar-and maybe start looking at flight options just in case.
Meanwhile, the Packers are staying active in other parts of the globe, too. Punter Daniel Whelan, who hails from Eniskerry, Ireland, is set to visit both Ireland and the UK this offseason.
It’s a smart move, both from a personal and a branding perspective. With the Packers holding marketing rights in those countries, Whelan becomes a natural ambassador for the team overseas.
It’s the kind of grassroots connection that helps build long-term fan engagement abroad.
Back at home, the front office is already laying the groundwork for the future. General Manager Brian Gutekunst confirmed this week that the team is in contact with tight end Tucker Kraft and his representatives about a potential contract extension. Kraft has quickly become a key piece of the offense, and locking him in long-term would be a savvy move as the team continues to build around its young core.
One position still raising eyebrows, though, is left tackle. Gutekunst mentioned that rookie Jordan Morgan likely did enough to earn the starting job over Rasheed Walker, but his versatility led the team to use him in multiple roles.
It’s a classic case of trying to do too much with a talented player. Sometimes, the best move is to let a guy settle in at his natural position-especially when that position is protecting the quarterback’s blind side.
As the offseason continues to take shape, a few familiar faces with Packers ties are making waves elsewhere. New Dolphins GM Jon-Eric Sullivan and Steelers head coach Mike McCarthy both appear on a list of the 26 most influential figures for the 2026 offseason. And while they’re certainly notable, it’s quarterback Malik Willis who tops the list, signaling just how much intrigue surrounds his next move.
For now, Packers fans can enjoy the calm before the storm. The schedule announcements, contract extensions, and roster moves are all coming-but in true NFL fashion, they’ll arrive with plenty of drama.
And if Green Bay does end up playing abroad again in 2026, it won’t just be another game. It’ll be another chapter in the franchise’s growing global footprint.