The 2025 NFL season kicked off on Thursday, September 4, with a dramatic matchup between the defending Super Bowl champions, the Philadelphia Eagles, and their NFC East rivals, the Dallas Cowboys. The game was temporarily delayed by a 65-minute lightning storm, but once play resumed, the Eagles secured a 24-20 victory. Quarterback Jalen Hurts delivered a strong performance, combining both passing and rushing touchdowns, while the Eagles’ defense made key stops in the fourth quarter to hold off Dallas. The opener set the tone for what promises to be an exciting season across the league.

This season’s regular schedule runs through January 4, 2026, followed by playoffs beginning January 10. The culmination will be Super Bowl LX, scheduled for February 8, 2026, at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California. Teams are already vying for early positioning in their divisions, and the opening-week results have highlighted both established powerhouses and emerging contenders across the NFL.

Beyond the Eagles-Cowboys matchup, Week 1 featured notable games such as the Kansas City Chiefs vs. Los Angeles Chargers in São Paulo, Brazil, part of the NFL’s international series, and the New Orleans Saints facing the Arizona Cardinals. Fans and analysts are already tracking standout players, injury updates, and early statistical leaders, all setting the stage for a highly competitive 2025 season.