NFL Offseason Workout Programs Kick Off

On April 3rd, the NFL just dropped the full schedules for all 32 teams

2026 off-season workout programs, kicking things off as.

Early as April 6th for squads like Baltimore and Arizona,

these voluntary sessions are all about meetings,

strength training and rehab in the first phase, then moving to on-field drills without contact.

It's the foundation for every team to rebuild chemistry and tweak rosters before training camp hits.

Most programs run nine weeks in three phases, with organized team activities or OTAs

ramping up in late May through early June.

No live hitting allowed, just walkthroughs, 7 on 7 and 11 on 11 to sharpen schemes.

Teams like the Jets start April 20th, right in line with the new coaching staff laying down their vibe.

Fans and players are buzzing because this sets the tone, post draft, especially for squads with fresh regimes like New York.

Veterans gear up for mandatory minicamps in June, while 10 teams, including the giants and Steelers,

squeeze in extra voluntary veteran sessions.

Before the April 23rd draft, it's crucial for free agents and trades to gel early.

Check the Jets slate, OTAs, May 27th through 29th, then June 1st,

through 2nd, 4th and 8th to 11th, wrapping with mandatory minicamp June 16th to 18th.

Chiefs and Eagles kick off April 20th too, with OTAs mid-May.

Dates can shift, but this blueprint keeps everyone accountable.

As rookie programs launch, May 11th no weekends accept post draft minicamps,

the leagues are already hustling toward a sharper 2026.

Season, blending vets and new blood seamlessly.