Philadelphia is already buzzing with excitement as the 2025 NFL regular season schedule begins to take shape. The league kicked off the schedule reveal on Monday, and the biggest announcement so far is a fierce rivalry matchup between the Super Bowl-winning Eagles and the Cowboys, set for Thursday, September 4th. This season opener is a much-anticipated event, marking the Eagles’ celebration of their championship win against their long-time adversaries.
In addition to this thrilling kickoff game, three scheduled contests involving the Eagles were unveiled. Fans can also look forward to two more games lined up during the holiday season — one on Black Friday and another on the Saturday before Christmas.
The Eagles will have 14 more games to round out their schedule, with the remaining details set to be released throughout the week. Tomorrow, the league is also expected to announce the seven-game international schedule that will feature teams playing overseas.
Among the confirmed international games, the Miami Dolphins are set to take on the Washington Commanders in what will be the first NFL game in the Spanish capital, Madrid. This adds another layer of global reach as the NFL continues to grow its international fan base.
In an exciting development for fans, the Chargers will also play a game in Sao Paulo, Brazil, against the Chiefs. YouTube is expected to stream this game for free, which could draw an even larger audience, given the Chiefs’ popularity.
As for Week 17 of the regular season, NBC will provide another exclusive streaming experience via their platform, Peacock. This will be the fourth game exclusively streamed by NBC, showcasing key matchups that will be announced closer to the date.
The NFL has committed to hosting seven international games in five different countries during the 2025 season. While host teams have been announced, the opponents will be unveiled on Tuesday during a special segment aimed at fans eager to follow their teams abroad.
With the offseason winding down, the 2025 NFL season is beginning to take focus. Fans can look forward to an action-packed year filled with thrilling matchups and key moments as the league continues to share its schedule revelations.
