It's an exciting time to be a Minnesota Monsters fan! Duluth's AF1 arena football team made a splash in their first season in the league, not only earning a playoff spot, but also locking in a home playoff game. Minnesota ended the regular season with the third-best record in the league and the chance to host their first AF1 playoff game at AMSOIL Arena. The Minnesota Monsters will open the 2026 AF1 Playoffs with a game at AMSOIL Arena, hosting the Washington Wolfpack. Get our free mobile appThe 1-seed Nashville Kats and 2-seed Albany Firebirds both get byes, with the 3-seed Minnesota Monsters facing the 6-seed Washington Wolfpack this Sunday.