Cowboys vs Ravens in Rio: NFL's Global Expansion

0:00On April 2nd, the NFL just dropped the bombshell for 2026, the Dallas Cowboys will host the Baltimore Ravens in Week 3 at Rio Day, Generals legendary Mara Conestadium. This marched the first NFL game ever in Rio, and the start of at least three more there over the next five years. Cowboys fans, get ready. It's their first international regular season clash in over a decade. Earlier this year, the league announced Dallas heading to Brazil, but kept the opponent under wraps until now. Sources like Gianna Hahn from the Baltimore Banner confirmed the Ravens matchup, fitting right into the Cowboys' return to global play since beating Jacksonville and London back in 2014. NFL Brazil's General Manager, Luis Martinez, is hyped, calling it a milestone to bring an iconic team like Dallas to the passionate fans at Mara Conestadium, home to World Cup Finals. Fans already hosted big games in São Paulo, the Eagles, over Packers in 2024, and Chargers facing Chiefs next year.

1:01Meanwhile, the Ravens bring some overseas experience, with London wins and losses in recent years, setting up a star show down between Lamar Jackson and Dak Prescott. This Rio tilt is one of a record nine international games across seven countries that season. Full schedule drops in May, but one thing's clear. This Brazil expansion is leveling up the league's worldwide vibe, pulling in new crowds to the Gridiron action.