Overview
- The NFL's 2025 schedule, released on May 14, features seven international games, including debut stops in Dublin and Madrid.
- The season kicks off on Sept. 4 with the reigning Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles hosting the Dallas Cowboys on NBC.
- Week 1 also includes a Chiefs-Chargers matchup in São Paulo, Brazil, marking the league's second regular-season game in the country.
- Other international games include the Vikings vs. Steelers in Dublin on Sept. 28 and the Commanders vs. Dolphins in Madrid on Nov. 16.
- The league strategically coordinated schedule leaks with broadcast partners to maximize fan engagement and global viewership.