2025-2026 NFL key dates
The NFL unveiled the complete schedule on Thursday, May 8, 2025. A three-week preseason will be held in August 2025. The National Football League will start its 106th regular season on Thursday, September 4, 2025, and the season is scheduled to end on Sunday, January 4, 2026.
The NFL postseason date is set for Jan 10, 2026, and the highest sporting event determines the Super Bowl LX will take place on Feb 8, 2026. The Philadelphia Eagles winners of last season’s Vince Lombardi Trophy.
Need to know: 2025-2026 NFL key dates
- Thu, July 31, 2025: Hall of Fame Game
- Thu, August 7, 2025: NFL Preseason Game
- Thu, September 4, 2025: Regular Season begins
- Sun, January 4, 2026: Regular Season ends
- Sat, January 10, 2026: NFL Playoffs begin (Wild Card Weekend)
- Sun, February 1, 2026: Pro Bowl Game
- Sun, February 8, 2026: Super Bowl LX Game
When is the 2025 NFL season?
The 2025 NFL regular season kicks off with an 18-week schedule starting on Thursday, Sep 4, 2025. Fans can catch the action across Amazon Prime Video, CBS, FOX, NBC, ABC, and ESPN throughout the United States.
When is the 2025 NFL Postseason?
The 2025 NFL postseason brings four rounds of exciting games between the fourteen teams. The Postseason first round begins with the wild card games on Saturday, January 10, 2026.
When is the Super Bowl LIX Game?
The AFC and NFC conference champions will battle for Super Bowl LX on Sunday, February 8, 2026. Super Bowl LX at the iconic Levi’s Stadium. Fans can look forward to thrilling matchups, standout performances, and unforgettable moments throughout the season. FOX will air the game at 7:30 PM ET. It will be the million-viewing event in the world.