‘Y&R’ Spoilers Weekly Update: Preemptions, Jack’s Revenge, Adam’s Past

The Young and the Restless spoilers are in for the week of March 16, 2026. Fans can expect two preemptions. Jack Abbott (Peter Bergman) tries to get revenge on Victor Newman (Eric Braeden).

Meanwhile, Chelsea Lawson (Melissa Claire Egan) frets about Adam Newman’s (Mark Grossman) Spider past. Keep reading to find out what is coming up in the CBS soap opera.

Preemptions Ahead

Let’s begin with some programming news. CBS interrupts soaps each year to air March Madness. It’s that time again. There will be no new Y&R on Thursday or Friday.

However, after that, new episodes will return. It will be a short week, but there will be plenty of drama across the board, so let’s get started!

Panicked Explanation

Over on the yacht on Lake Michigan, Jack is still drugged and about to get freaky with Patty Williams (Stacy Haiduk). Even though Jack has tried to fight her advances, he also seems to be drugged. 

Jack doesn’t have the energy or strength to fight off Patty anymore. Unfortunately, it seems that Diane Jenkins Abbott (Susan Walters) is going to bust in to find Jack on top of Patty!

Revenge & Bold Moves

Later in the week, Diane decides to make a huge change at home. This does not sound good for Jack!

Also, Jack will work on giving payback to Victor. The man decides to upend Victor’s marriage to Nikki Newman (Melody Thomas Scott).

Adam Newman’s Spider Past

The Young and the Restless spoilers for the week of March 16 reveal that Adam is having to face his past as Spider. The man will go to Las Vegas to question Riza Thompson (last played by Tina Casciani). 

While Adam is doing this to help Nick Newman (Joshua Morrow) and Sharon Newman (Sharon Case), Chelsea will worry about his past.

What Else to Expect

As for what else to expect, Nate Hastings (Sean Dominic) confronts Cane Ashby (Billy Flynn). Lily Winters (Christel Khalil) does feel bad about punishing Cane, but it seems they will try to have a fresh start. Nate might have a hard time dealing with that, though.

Plus, Sally Spectra (Courtney Hope) tries to push Billy Abbott (Jason Thompson) to make things right with Jill Abbott (Jess Walton). 

Finally, Lauren Fenmore Baldwin (Tracey E. Bregman) finally has an answer for Phyllis Summers (Michelle Stafford). Despite her misgivings, could Lauren actually take Phyllis up on her offer?

Which storyline are you looking forward to seeing the most during the week of March 16, 2026? Share your thoughts in the comment section below. Remember to keep watching the soap on CBS or Paramount+ to find out what happens next.