The NFL’s full schedule release is one of the biggest calendar moments of the football offseason, but the resale ticket market does not wait until every date and kickoff time is officially announced. Because season ticket holders and other sellers can list inventory once matchups are known, fans can already get an early read on which 2026 NFL games are drawing the strongest demand signals.
TicketClub listing data from May 14 shows that fans are already pricing in demand for marquee matchups across the upcoming season. The strongest early signals are concentrated around Buffalo Bills tickets, Seattle Seahawks tickets, select rivalry games, and the NFL’s expanding international schedule.
The data should be viewed as an early market snapshot rather than a final ranking of the season’s most expensive games. Many regular-season matchups were still listed with placeholder dates at the time of the export, and prices can shift once the full schedule reveals prime-time placements, holiday games, division timing, and late-season playoff implications. Still, the early listing data offers a useful forecast of where demand is already forming.
Bills Home Games Lead the Early Domestic Market
The clearest team-market signal in the May 14 data comes from Buffalo. Bills home games at New Highmark Stadium are showing some of the highest asking prices in the early NFL resale market, with multiple matchups carrying median listing prices around or above $1,000.
The top of the Buffalo slate is led by the Kansas City Chiefs, New England Patriots, Chicago Bears, Detroit Lions, and New York Jets. That mix points to a broader demand story rather than a single opponent-driven spike: Buffalo’s new-stadium draw, the team’s recent AFC contention, and a home schedule filled with brand-name opponents are all showing up in the early market.
Among Bills home games in the snapshot, the Kansas City matchup had a get-in price of $543 and a median listing price of $1,215. Games against the Patriots, Bears, Lions, Jets, Baltimore Ravens, Miami Dolphins, and Los Angeles Chargers also ranked among the strongest domestic price signals in the dataset.
Seattle Shows Broad-Based Demand Across the Home Slate
Seattle is the other market that stands out most clearly in the early forecast. Seahawks home games are showing high median listing prices across a wide range of opponents, including the Bears, Patriots, Chiefs, Dallas Cowboys, San Francisco 49ers, Los Angeles Rams, New York Giants, and Chargers.
The Seahawks-Bears game had a $367 get-in price and a median listing price of $1,170 in the May 14 snapshot, while Seahawks-Patriots followed closely with a $396 get-in and a $1,161 median listing price. Seahawks-Chiefs, Seahawks-Cowboys, Seahawks-49ers, and Seahawks-Rams also showed premium-market pricing.
That broad strength suggests that Seattle demand is not simply tied to one marquee opponent. The Seahawks’ home market, Lumen Field’s reputation, visiting fan interest, and several high-profile matchups are combining to produce one of the strongest early resale markets in the league.
Top Early Demand Games by Median Listing Price
The highest-priced games in the snapshot were led by international inventory and the most premium Buffalo and Seattle matchups. The table below uses current listing data and shows get-in price, median listing price, and a typical 10th-to-90th percentile shopping range.
| Rank | Matchup | Market | Get-In Price | Median Price | Typical Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dallas Cowboys vs. Baltimore Ravens | Brazil | $1,000 | $1,278 | $1,000–$2,300 |
| 2 | Buffalo Bills vs. Kansas City Chiefs | Buffalo | $543 | $1,215 | $720–$2,650 |
| 3 | Buffalo Bills vs. New England Patriots | Buffalo | $486 | $1,192 | $720–$2,331 |
| 4 | Seattle Seahawks vs. Chicago Bears | Seattle | $367 | $1,170 | $605–$2,377 |
| 5 | Seattle Seahawks vs. New England Patriots | Seattle | $396 | $1,161 | $595–$2,179 |
| 6 | Buffalo Bills vs. Chicago Bears | Buffalo | $448 | $1,158 | $716–$2,457 |
| 7 | Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Philadelphia Eagles | London | $610 | $1,075 | $655–$1,650 |
| 8 | Buffalo Bills vs. Detroit Lions | Buffalo | $600 | $1,025 | $705–$1,983 |
| 9 | Buffalo Bills vs. New York Jets | Buffalo | $514 | $1,009 | $550–$2,434 |
| 10 | Seattle Seahawks vs. Kansas City Chiefs | Seattle | $338 | $1,000 | $534–$2,438 |
International Games Are Already Pricing as Premium Inventory
The NFL’s international schedule is another major early demand story. The Brazil game between the Cowboys and Ravens had the highest median listing price in the May 14 data, though the current listing sample was still relatively thin. That makes it a clear premium-price signal, but one that could move substantially as more inventory enters the market.
London is showing a stronger and broader inventory signal. The Jacksonville Jaguars matchup with the Philadelphia Eagles at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium had a $610 get-in price and a median listing price of $1,075, making it one of the strongest overall games in the early dataset. Jaguars-Houston Texans at Wembley Stadium also showed premium pricing, with a $300 get-in and $720 median listing price.
The Washington Commanders vs. Indianapolis Colts game in London had a $500 get-in price and a $590 median listing price, while the Australia game between the Rams and 49ers was much more accessible in the current snapshot, with a $147 get-in price and a $160 median listing price.
| International Matchup | Location | Get-In Price | Median Listing Price | Market Read |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas Cowboys vs. Baltimore Ravens | Brazil | $1,000 | $1,278 | Highest median in the snapshot, but still thin early inventory. |
| Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Philadelphia Eagles | London | $610 | $1,075 | Strongest broad-based international demand signal. |
| Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Houston Texans | London | $300 | $720 | Premium pricing, though below the Eagles-Jaguars level. |
| Washington Commanders vs. Indianapolis Colts | London | $500 | $590 | High entry point with a more moderate median. |
| Los Angeles Rams vs. San Francisco 49ers | Melbourne | $147 | $160 | Most accessible international game in the current data. |
Packers, Bears, Broncos, Patriots Also Show Strong Demand
Behind Buffalo and Seattle, several other team markets showed strong early pricing. Green Bay Packers tickets and Bears tickets are benefiting from a mix of rivalry demand, national fan bases, and premium matchups. The Bears-Packers game in Chicago had a $374 get-in price and a $780 median listing price, making it one of the strongest domestic rivalry games in the early snapshot.
Denver Broncos tickets also ranked highly, with elevated pricing for home games against the Seahawks, Bills, Rams, and Chiefs. Patriots home games were similarly strong, especially matchups against the Packers and Pittsburgh Steelers, both of which carried median listing prices near $700 in the early data.
Other markets with notable premium demand signals included the Detroit Lions, Las Vegas Raiders, Eagles, Chiefs, 49ers, Texans, Commanders, Cowboys, Jets, Rams, Steelers, and Cincinnati Bengals. In those markets, the most expensive games were usually tied to marquee opponents, rivalry appeal, or visiting-team demand rather than uniform pricing across the full home schedule.
Where Fans May Find More Accessible NFL Ticket Prices
Even with several high-demand games already showing premium prices, the May 14 snapshot also shows more accessible entry points across the league. New Orleans Saints tickets had some of the lowest get-in prices in the dataset, including a $38 get-in for the Saints-Arizona Cardinals matchup and $55 get-ins for games against the Carolina Panthers and Minnesota Vikings.
Tennessee Titans tickets, Atlanta Falcons tickets, Jaguars tickets, Panthers tickets, Chargers tickets, Cleveland Browns tickets, Tampa Bay Buccaneers tickets, and New York Giants tickets also showed multiple lower-entry options in the current data.
| Lower Get-In Matchup | Market | Get-In Price | Median Listing Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans Saints vs. Arizona Cardinals | New Orleans | $38 | $179 |
| Tennessee Titans vs. New York Jets | Nashville | $46 | $265 |
| Atlanta Falcons vs. Carolina Panthers | Atlanta | $53 | $194 |
| Atlanta Falcons vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers | Atlanta | $53 | $196 |
| Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Washington Commanders | Jacksonville | $55 | $339 |
| Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Indianapolis Colts | Jacksonville | $55 | $276 |
| New Orleans Saints vs. Carolina Panthers | New Orleans | $55 | $192 |
| Los Angeles Rams vs. Arizona Cardinals | Inglewood | $58 | $253 |
| Carolina Panthers vs. Atlanta Falcons | Charlotte | $59 | $251 |
| Los Angeles Chargers vs. New York Jets | Inglewood | $61 | $188 |
Those lower get-in prices do not mean every seat in those markets is inexpensive. Premium sections, rivalry games, and visiting-team demand can still push median prices higher. But for fans who are flexible on matchup, date, or seating location, the early data suggests there may be meaningful value available outside the top premium tier.
What Could Change After the Full Schedule Is Released?
The schedule release can materially change the market. A matchup placed on opening weekend, Thanksgiving, Christmas, Sunday night, Monday night, or late in the playoff race can draw a different level of attention than the same matchup in a less prominent window. Weather, travel patterns, holiday weekends, and division timing can also influence demand.
That is why this early snapshot is most useful as a demand forecast. It shows where buyers and sellers are already assigning value before the schedule details are complete. Once the full schedule is announced, some games may climb further because of prime placement, while others may soften if timing or travel logistics are less favorable for fans.
Why TicketClub Members Should Compare NFL Ticket Prices Early
For NFL fans already planning to attend games this season, early price comparison can matter. TicketClub members can unlock discounted resale ticket pricing on available seats, giving shoppers access to lower member prices than the standard non-member price on the same tickets.
That value can be especially important for football buyers. NFL orders often involve multiple tickets, and savings can become more meaningful when fans are buying for family, friends, tailgate groups, or travel weekends. On higher-demand games like Bills-Chiefs, Seahawks-Bears, Cowboys-Ravens in Brazil, or Jaguars-Eagles in London, comparing the member price against the standard price can help buyers see whether a TicketClub membership pays for itself quickly.
Fans can browse available seats for upcoming NFL games on TicketClub, compare prices by matchup and market, and see how member pricing may lower the total cost before they buy.
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Methodology: TicketClub reviewed available resale ticket listings in a May 14 marketplace snapshot covering 2026 NFL preseason, regular-season, and confirmed international games. Season-ticket packages, parking listings, and obvious non-game inventory were excluded from the game-level analysis. Get-in price reflects the lowest available per-ticket listing price in the snapshot; median listing price reflects the median current available listing price for that game.