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Colts Owner Pushes for 18-Game NFL Season
Carlie Irsay-Gordon believes longer season would mean more revenue and a better product.
Mar. 29, 2026 at 11:38pm
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Carlie Irsay-Gordon, the owner of the Indianapolis Colts, has expressed support for expanding the NFL regular season from 16 to 18 games. Irsay-Gordon believes that with the players' approval, a longer season would generate more revenue and provide a better overall product for fans.
Why it matters
The idea of an 18-game NFL regular season has been discussed for years, but the NFL Players' Association has long opposed it due to concerns over player health and safety. Irsay-Gordon's comments suggest the league may be inching closer to making this change, which could have significant implications for the sport.
The details
In February, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell acknowledged that an 18-game schedule is not close to being implemented. However, Irsay-Gordon believes that as long as the players are on board, which she thinks they would be due to the potential for increased revenue, the league should work towards expanding the regular season.
- In February 2026, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell said an 18-game schedule is not close to being implemented.
The players
Carlie Irsay-Gordon
The owner of the Indianapolis Colts NFL team.
Roger Goodell
The current commissioner of the National Football League.
What they’re saying
“I think, as long as the players want it, which I think they would, because it would mean more revenue, and I think ultimately a better product, I think it's reasonable and something we should work towards.”
— Carlie Irsay-Gordon, Colts Owner
The takeaway
Irsay-Gordon's comments suggest the NFL may be inching closer to expanding the regular season to 18 games, despite past opposition from the players' union. This potential change could have significant implications for the sport, including increased revenue but also heightened concerns over player health and safety.
