Want to add your favorite NFL team's schedule directly to Google Calendar? This guide shows you how to do it in under a minute - plus how to get automatic updates when games are rescheduled due to weather, TV flexing, or playoffs.
The Problem with Manual Methods
You've probably tried one of these before:
- Downloading .ics files - Works once, but never updates when games are rescheduled
- Manually adding games - Tedious, and you have to do it again for every schedule change
- Using ESPN or NFL.com - Great for checking scores, but doesn't sync to your personal calendar
The NFL flexes games all the time. Sunday Night Football matchups change. Weather delays happen. Playoff schedules get announced late. If you're using a static calendar, you're stuck with wrong information.
The Better Way: Auto-Updating Calendar Subscription
SportsCal provides a live calendar subscription that syncs to Google Calendar and automatically updates when the NFL makes changes. Here's how to set it up:
Visit sportscal.io and sign up for an account. You can start with a free trial.
Search for your team (e.g., "Chiefs", "Cowboys", "Eagles") or browse the NFL section to see all 32 teams.
On your team's page, click the Subscribe button. Choose "Google Calendar" from the options.
Google Calendar will open and ask you to confirm. Click "Add" and you're done!
That's it. All 17 regular season games (plus any playoff games) will appear in your Google Calendar. When the NFL reschedules a game, your calendar updates automatically.
What Gets Synced to Your Calendar?
Each game event includes:
- Date and time (in your local timezone)
- Opponent (with home/away indicator)
- TV channel (FOX, CBS, NBC, ESPN, NFL Network, Amazon Prime)
- Stadium/venue information
Why Auto-Updates Matter
The NFL changes schedules more than you think:
- Sunday Night Football flexing - The NFL moves games to primetime based on playoff implications
- Weather delays - Games get postponed or moved to different times
- Playoff scheduling - Wild Card, Divisional, Conference Championship times announced late
- International games - London and Mexico City games have different kickoff times
With SportsCal, you don't have to worry about any of this. Your calendar just updates.
Can I Add Multiple Teams?
Yes! SportsCal's subscription covers unlimited teams for $47/year. Add your favorite team plus:
- Your spouse's team
- Your fantasy football players' teams
- Your local rivals (to know when they're losing)
Popular NFL Teams on SportsCal
Works with Apple Calendar and Outlook Too
While this guide focused on Google Calendar, SportsCal works with any calendar app:
- Apple Calendar (iPhone, iPad, Mac)
- Microsoft Outlook
- Samsung Calendar
- Any app that supports .ics calendar subscriptions
Ready to Add NFL Schedule to Your Calendar?
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