As the 2025 NFL regular season approaches, cities across the nation are buzzing with excitement. The league has officially released its complete schedule, and fans are eager to plan their weekends around their favorite teams. While we knew the “Who?” and “Where?” before, the “When?” is now clear, helping teams set their sights for the upcoming campaign.
One standout from the schedule release is the Washington Commanders, who have become the toast of the league. After a remarkable 2024 season led by rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels, the Commanders will enjoy a soft opening. In the first month, they face only one opponent, the Green Bay Packers, who had a winning record last year. Additionally, Washington features eight standalone games in 2025, the most in the league alongside the Dallas Cowboys and Kansas City Chiefs.
On the other hand, the Cowboys are in for a challenging time. Their schedule appears daunting with a stretch from Week 12 to Week 17 where they will meet six teams that each won over eleven games last season. This includes tough matchups against the Philadelphia Eagles, Kansas City Chiefs, and their rival Commanders. Starting strong will be crucial for Dallas as they face one of the toughest schedules in NFL history.
Meanwhile, the San Francisco 49ers are looking to bounce back after an injury-riddled 2024. They have one of the easiest schedules of all teams, thanks to facing fewer playoff teams and benefiting from a well-timed bye week in Week 14. This could provide them with the advantage they need to return to form.
The Philadelphia Eagles, who earned a Super Bowl title last season, are entering uncharted territory. Notably, they will not have any back-to-back home games all season. This unique challenge adds pressure to their title defense as they travel from a home game to Green Bay in Week 10 after their bye.
Looking at travel, the Cincinnati Bengals will be the least travel-weary team in 2025, having the fewest travel miles compared to any other team. This could give them a significant advantage as they aim for a playoff return.
Finally, keep an eye on the Minnesota Vikings, who have one of the most talented squads but will face a unique challenge of playing back-to-back international games in Ireland and London. As they look to build on their roster with quarterback J.J. McCarthy leading the charge, this added travel could shape their early season performance.
With the schedule now finalized, teams are gearing up for the start of the NFL season, setting the stage for an exciting year ahead.
