What happened: The Philadelphia Eagles announced a tie-up with CBF, Brazil's national football confederation. The team teased the collaboration as it builds toward its return to the Brazilian market for the 2026 NFL season.

Why it matters: The move extends the Eagles' investment in Brazil after the league's expansion of regular-season games to São Paulo. Aligning with the country's governing soccer body gives the franchise a built-in foothold with local fans and institutions as the NFL courts the region.

What to watch: Watch for the partnership's specifics and whether it ties to a Week 1 international fixture once the 2026 schedule firms up.