Every few years, we see a new batch of brand-new, state-of-the-art stadiums open up across professional sports. The NFL is no exception; in fact, it seems to be the most forward-thinking when it comes to new and updated venues for its franchises.
Today, I wanted to compile a list of the NFL stadium updates from around the league. Whether it’s a team building a brand-new venue or just a renovation of an existing one, here are the teams that will have new or updated stadiums to check out in the near future.
The New Highmark Stadium started construction in 2023 and will host games starting this year. It is an open-air, grass-field stadium with a canopy over the 60,000 seats to protect fans from the elements. The stadium represents the largest taxpayer contribution ever for an NFL venue, with the state and county paying $850 million of the $2.1 billion cost.
The New Nissan Stadium is currently under construction on a plot of land right next to the Titans’ current stadium. Construction began in 2024 on the 60,000-seat venue. The stadium will have a translucent roof and an artificial turf playing surface. The total construction cost for the venue is estimated at $2.2 billion, with $500 million coming from the state of Tennessee. Other funding will come from sales and occupancy taxes in the area.
The Browns have announced development of a closed-roof stadium on Brook Park, which is southwest of downtown Cleveland. The team broke ground at the new site in March of 2026. The venue will feature an artificial turf playing surface and 67,500 seats. The total estimated cost is $2.6 billion, with an $825 million public investment.
The Commanders are taking steps to construct a new stadium at the site of their former home: Robert F. Kennedy Memorial Stadium in Washington, D.C. The site is just east of the National Mall. The project has not broken ground or even been fully approved, but the team has released renderings on their new stadium website and on social media. From the renderings, it looks to have a translucent roof and 65,000 seats.
The Chiefs released renderings for their new stadium on July 22. The stadium is said to seat at least 70,000 fans and is estimated to cost around $3 billion. Instead of Kansas City, Missouri, the new venue will be located in Kansas City, Kansas. This is mostly due to Kansas lawmakers allowing for public funds to pay for up to 70% of the stadium cost. The exact site of the stadium, along with several other key details, is still being finalized.
The Broncos have announced plans to build a new stadium on the site of Burnham Yard, an old rail yard in central Denver. The project is still in the early stages of community outreach and development. Currently, the plan is to build a retractable roof stadium with natural grass. A majority of the funding is coming from the Broncos ownership group.
The Bears may not play in Chicago after securing a potential new stadium site in Hammond, Indiana. Their new stadium has yet to be fully approved or funded, mainly due to tax disagreements with local and state governments. The Bears’ initial plans included a domed stadium to host events year-round. See more about the Bears’ new stadium here.
The Ravens have been renovating M&T Bank Stadium over the past few years with the goal of being finished by the 2026 season. Their additions include a new plaza entrance on the north side, a new upper concourse, and more expansive club seating options. The renovation has been estimated at around $430 million.
The Bengals have started a multi-phase renovation to existing Paycor Stadium costing them around $500 million. Some of the upgrades include renovated bathrooms and concessions, a new pro shop, escalators, and larger videoboards.
The most expansive renovation of an NFL stadium will be in Jacksonville. The Jaguars are overhauling EverBank Stadium by adding a translucent canopy roof, as well as several smaller upgrades like wider concourses. The renovation is estimated to cost $1.4 billion. The Jaguars will not be able to play at EverBank Stadium in 2027 while the later stages of renovation are ongoing.
The renovations to Bank of America Stadium include a new music venue, larger scoreboards, better seats, and a refreshed exterior. The goal of the renovations seems to be attracting more events, such as concerts and perhaps even a Super Bowl bid. These renovations are estimated at $1.3 billion and are entirely privately funded.
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