Apr 21, 2025
·Kristen Morrell
As the NFL gears up for the 2025 season, fans eagerly anticipate the schedule release, expected mid-May. This year promises a record seven international games, including matchups in Berlin, Ireland and Spain.
NFL team changes & trades
New York Jets: After a disappointing 5–12 season and the release of Aaron Rodgers, the Jets are rebuilding under new head coach Aaron Glenn and GM Darren Mougey. They've committed to quarterback Justin Fields with a two-year, $40 million contract and exercised fifth-year options on key players Sauce Gardner, Garrett Wilson and Jermaine Johnson II.
New England Patriots: The Patriots have appointed Mike Vrabel as head coach, aiming to improve upon consecutive 4–13 seasons. They've made roster changes, including trading QB Joe Milton III to the Cowboys for a fifth-round pick.
Las Vegas Raiders: In a surprising move, the Raiders acquired quarterback Geno Smith, aiming to revitalize their offense under new leadership.
2025 NFL draft recap
The first round of the 2025 NFL Draft, held at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, concluded with several notable selections and strategic moves. The Tennessee Titans selected quarterback Cam Ward from Miami as the first overall pick, marking a significant rise for the former zero-star recruit. The Jacksonville Jaguars traded up to the second pick to acquire two-way standout Travis Hunter from Colorado. The New York Giants, after selecting edge rusher Abdul Carter from Penn State at No. 3, traded back into the first round to pick quarterback Jaxson Dart from Ole Miss at No. 25. Other top selections included offensive tackle Will Campbell (LSU) to the New England Patriots at No. 4 and defensive tackle Mason Graham (Michigan) to the Cleveland Browns at No. 5.
The first round featured a mix of expected picks and surprises, with only two quarterbacks selected: Ward and Dart. Notably, Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders was not chosen in the first round. The Seattle Seahawks addressed their offensive line by selecting guard Grey Zabel from North Dakota State at No. 18, their highest guard pick since 2001. The Green Bay Packers ended a 23-year drought by selecting wide receiver Matthew Golden from Texas at No. 23, their first first-round receiver since 2002 . The round concluded with the Kansas City Chiefs picking offensive tackle Josh Simmons from Ohio State at No. 32, a move praised despite Simmons' recent injury history. Overall, the first round set the stage for the remaining rounds, with teams addressing key needs and making strategic decisions.
NFL schedule key dates & highlights
Schedule Release: Expected mid-May
Season Opener: Thursday, September 4, featuring the Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles at home
International Games: Seven games, including matchups in Berlin, Ireland and Spain
Holiday Games: Traditional Thanksgiving tripleheader on November 27, a Black Friday game on November 28, and two Christmas Day games on December 25
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Preparing for the 2025 NFL schedule release
The 2025 NFL season is shaping up to be one of the most exciting in recent memory, with significant team changes, intriguing draft prospects, and a robust international schedule. Fans should mark their calendars for the upcoming draft and schedule release to stay informed on their favorite teams' paths in the new season.
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