The wait is over. The NFL is back, and the 2025-26 pro football season kicks off Thursday, September 4 (9/4/2025) when the Dallas Cowboys clash with defending Super Bowl Champions, the Philadelphia Eagles. After that, it’s a jam-packed weekend full of opening weekend action. Here’s what you need to know to watch every single game.

NFL Week 1 games air in-market on a variety of channels, including NBC, CBS, FOX, ABC and ESPN. Fans can stream coverage live on fuboTV (free trial) . Non-cable games stream live on YouTube.

What to know about NFL Week 1

What: NFL Week 1

When: Thursday, Sep. 4 through Monday, Sep. 8

TV: NBC, CBS, FOX, ABC, ESPN

Live stream: fuboTV (free trial) , DirecTV (free trial) , Paramount+ (free trial) , Peacock , Sling , Hulu + Live TV (free t

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