NFL 2025 Schedule Revealed: Eagles Host Cowboys, International Games Set, and Broadcast Partners Announced

### 2025 NFL Schedule Release: Key Highlights and Updates

The 2025 NFL schedule has been officially released, and here are the key points that football fans need to know:

#### Schedule Release Details
The full 2025 NFL schedule was unveiled on Wednesday, May 14th at 8 p.m. ET, broadcast on NFL Network, ESPN2, and streaming on NFL+[3][4].

#### Season Opener
The 2025 NFL season will kick off on Thursday, September 4th, with the defending champion Philadelphia Eagles hosting their NFC East rival, the Dallas Cowboys. This game will be broadcast on NBC at 8:20 p.m. ET[3][4].

#### International Games
This season includes several international games:
- Two games in London at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, featuring the New York Jets and the Cleveland Browns.
- One game in Berlin, Germany at Olympic Stadium Berlin, with the Indianapolis Colts.
- One game in Madrid, Spain at the Bernabéu Stadium, featuring the Miami Dolphins[4].

Additionally, the Minnesota Vikings will play the Pittsburgh Steelers in Dublin in Week 4, followed by a game against the Cleveland Browns in London in Week 5[1].

#### Broadcast and Streaming
Select games were announced by various broadcast partners in the days leading up to the full schedule release:
- NBC: Announced on the TODAY Show on Monday, May 12.
- FOX and Prime Video: Announced on Monday, May 12.
- ESPN: Announced on Good Morning America on Tuesday, May 13.
- CBS and Netflix: Announced on Wednesday, May 14[4].

#### Win Total Projections
With the schedule out, win total projections for each NFC team have been made available, helping fans and analysts predict team performance for the upcoming season[2].

#### Fan Engagement
The NFL continues to be a cornerstone of American culture, with a vast and engaged fan base. The league's massive revenue is driven by high fan engagement, legal sports betting, and extensive media coverage[5].

These updates provide a comprehensive overview of what football fans need to know about the 2025 NFL season, from the schedule release to key matchups and international games.