Jacksonville will play two consecutive 2026 “home” games in London, a move that strengthens their neutral-site edge—punters may favor Jaguars in London matchups (futures/spread), while reduced EverBank capacity could erode home-field value and nudge odds slightly against Jacksonville in remaining home games.
Jaguars to Host Back-to-Back Home Games in London for 2026
The NFL has confirmed the Jacksonville Jaguars will play two consecutive regular-season home games in London in 2026, one at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium and the other at Wembley. It will mark the first time a team has staged two designated home regular-season games internationally in the same season.
Why the Double London Move?
The decision stems from major renovations at EverBank Stadium. With exterior construction and partial in-bowl demolition reducing EverBank’s 2026 capacity to 42,507, the club and the league agreed to shift a league-mandated international game into that year. That swap allows Jacksonville to preserve a full-capacity home game in a renovated stadium from 2027 onward and provides a multi-week construction window during the season.
Historical context and league policy
The NFL requires each team to play certain games at international sites every four seasons, separate from the Jaguars’ longstanding annual London game. With the schedule adjustment, the Jaguars will satisfy both international obligations in 2026, eliminating the need for a second future international outing and freeing up a post-renovation home game.
Stadium Renovation and Seat Impact
EverBank will operate at a reduced capacity in 2026, with 27,637 seats offline. Of those, 22,005 seats are in the upper bowl (400 Level); additional impacted areas include 200 Level corners, select North End Zone rows, portions of the lower South End Zone, and lower-level Club sections. The North End Zone spa deck and Sky Patio will also be offline. The reduced capacity figure includes 1,260 standing-room-only tickets.
Construction timeline
Work accelerated after the 2025 season: exterior expansion, in-bowl demolition, installation of steel trusses for a future canopy, and construction of Grand Staircase Two. In-bowl demolition will clear room for corner scenic lookout decks, upper-bowl renovations and future field-level seating as part of the Stadium of the Future project slated for completion in 2028.
2026 Home Slate and Scheduling Notes
Jacksonville will still host eight home games at EverBank in 2026 (including two preseason dates) alongside the two London fixtures. Confirmed home opponents include division rivals Houston, Indianapolis and Tennessee, plus Pittsburgh, Cleveland, New England, Philadelphia and Washington. The full schedule is subject to NFL approval and the league’s standard release timing.
Ticketing and season ticket members
Season ticket renewal information will be provided by the club. Season Ticket Members affected by seat removals will be contacted with first opportunities to relocate to available lower-bowl seats and will be offered preferred pricing options if moving from the 400 level.
Fan and Operational Impacts
Playing consecutive home games in London gives the Jaguars a critical in-season construction window and leverages the franchise’s established U.K. presence—Jacksonville has played 14 London games since 2013 (11 at Wembley, three at Tottenham). The club’s international marketing rights in the U.K. and prior stadium negotiations made this outcome plausible, and the move should further strengthen the Jaguars’ London fan base.
Betting and Competitive Implications
The Jaguars’ strong history in London and familiarity with the venues may make them more attractive for futures and spread bets in those two matchups.
Conversely, a reduced-capacity EverBank diminishes traditional home-field advantage for Jacksonville in 2026, which could slightly depress home-team lines in remaining Jacksonville games. Expect totals and lines to reflect neutral-site dynamics in London and a smaller home crowd effect at EverBank until renovations are complete.
Voices from the Organization
Head coach Liam Coen noted London feels like “our home away from home,” praising the passionate U.K. fan base and expressing optimism about returning there with the team.
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Jaguars leadership emphasized fan feedback and the desire to minimize the number of seasons played away from Jacksonville while delivering a state-of-the-art stadium in the coming years.
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