NFL Reveals 2025 Schedule Release Date and Highlights

CLEVELAND, Ohio – NFL fans are eagerly awaiting the 2025 season as the league announced the full schedule will be revealed on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, at 8 p.m. ET.

The release comes after the conclusion of the 2025 NFL Draft, marking it as a crucial moment for fans planning their team’s road trips and fantasy leagues. NFL Network will air the Schedule Release Show, with coverage also available on ESPN.

As part of the buildup, NBC announced that defending Super Bowl champions, the Philadelphia Eagles, will kick off their season against the Dallas Cowboys on Thursday, September 4. This matchup was highlighted during the TODAY Show, capturing attention as one of the major events of the opening night.

Additional early game announcements came from CBS and ESPN, with CBS revealing a selection on CBS Mornings. Meanwhile, ESPN will showcase its schedule during Good Morning America ahead of the release date. Streaming services like NFL+, offer a free trial for new members to watch the event live.

This year, the NFL’s slate includes 272 regular-season games, with roughly seven games scheduled to be played internationally across five countries. Thirteen teams will participate in these global matchups, as the league expands its reach beyond U.S. borders.

The meticulous process behind scheduling ensures each of the league’s 32 teams will play a total of 17 games over 18 weeks, a formula that has remained consistent. Fans are encouraged to stay tuned as the full schedule promises to bring highly anticipated encounters and thrilling matchups throughout the season.

With only days left until the official announcement, excitement continues to build as fans ready themselves for another exhilarating NFL season ahead.