Exciting Leaks Ahead of the 2025 NFL Schedule Release
The highly anticipated unveiling of the 2025 NFL schedule is set for Wednesday at 8 p.m. ET. As fans gear up for the revealing, many details are expected to leak in the hours leading up to the official announcement.
What to Expect Before the Official Launch
In preparation for the schedule’s release, numerous leaks are already trickling in from various networks, including CBS, NBC, Fox, Amazon, and ESPN. Notably, CBS revealed that the Dallas Cowboys will host the Kansas City Chiefs on Thanksgiving Day. Additional leaks regarding Thanksgiving matchups are anticipated as well.
The NFL has also disclosed the complete international game lineup, highlighting that the Minnesota Vikings will make history by playing successive international games in two different countries. They will face the Pittsburgh Steelers in Dublin during Week 4, before heading to London to play against the Cleveland Browns in Week 5.
Key Dates and Games to Note
Fans should also keep an eye on the following announcements and events leading up to the schedule release:
- May 14: Netflix is expected to reveal two Christmas Day games.
While leaks provide valuable insights, it is advisable not to finalize any travel plans until the NFL confirms the schedule officially.
Leak Overview: The 2025 Schedule So Far
Week 1 (Sept. 4-8)
- Thursday, Sept. 4: Cowboys at Eagles, 8:20 p.m. ET (NBC)
- Friday, Sept. 5: Chiefs vs. Chargers in Brazil, 8:15 p.m. ET (YouTube)
- Sunday, Sept. 7:
- Giants at Commanders
- Panthers at Jaguars
- Buccaneers at Falcons, 1 p.m. ET
- Titans at Broncos, 4 p.m. ET
- Lions at Packers, 4:25 p.m. ET
- 49ers at Seahawks, 4:25 p.m. ET
- Monday, Sept. 8: TBA at TBA, 8:15 p.m. ET (ESPN)
Week 2 (Sept. 11-15)
- Thursday, Sept. 11: Commanders at Packers, 8:15 p.m. ET (Amazon Prime)
- Sunday, Sept. 14:
- Giants at Cowboys
- Jaguars at Bengals
- Eagles at Chiefs, 4:25 p.m. ET (Fox)
- Monday, Sept. 15: TBA at TBA, 8:15 p.m. ET (ESPN)