What happened: The NFL booked the New England Patriots into Wednesday's 8:20 p.m. ET kickoff slot.
Why it matters: The matchup comes seven months after New England's Super Bowl LX loss, putting the club immediately back against the reigning champion.
By the numbers: Super Bowl LX ended 29-13 on Feb. 8, 2026.
What to watch: Pregame roster availability and final inactives are the next markers before kickoff.