The NFL has taken an exciting step forward by releasing its schedule for the 2025 season, and fans are already buzzing with anticipation. With matchups set for all 32 teams, highlights include thrilling Monday Night Football events, international games, special Friday night contests, and the beloved Thanksgiving and Christmas matchups that fans eagerly await each year.
This schedule announcement serves as a precursor to the upcoming season, prompting fans to explore every detail of the matchups. You can now check out the opening week betting odds available at BetMGM.
As the excitement mounts, here’s what to expect in terms of betting lines for the first week of the 2025 season:
Thursday, Sept. 4
Dallas Cowboys at Philadelphia Eagles (-7, 46.5)
Friday, Sept. 5
Kansas City Chiefs (-2.5, 44.5) vs. Los Angeles Chargers (in São Paulo)
Sunday, Sept. 7
1 p.m. ET games
Arizona Cardinals (-4.5, 41.5) travel to face the New Orleans Saints.
Cincinnati Bengals (-5.5, 45.5) take on the Cleveland Browns in a heated rivalry matchup.
The Miami Dolphins will match up against the Indianapolis Colts (-1.5, 45.5).
Las Vegas Raiders will be visiting the New England Patriots (-2.5, 43.5).
New York Giants venture against Washington Commanders (-7, 45.5).
Tampa Bay Buccaneers (-1.5, 48.5) are set to clash with the Atlanta Falcons.
Carolina Panthers visit the Jacksonville Jaguars (-3, 46.5).
Pittsburgh Steelers (-3, 39.5) go head-to-head with the New York Jets.
4 p.m. ET games
Houston Texans will battle the Los Angeles Rams (-2.5, 46.5).
San Francisco 49ers (-1.5, 45.5) travel to Seattle to take on the Seahawks.
Tennessee Titans face off against the Denver Broncos (-7, 41.5).
Detroit Lions (-1.5, 49.5) will compete against the Green Bay Packers.
Sunday Night Football
In prime time, the Baltimore Ravens will challenge the Buffalo Bills (-1.5, 51.5).
Monday, Sept. 8
The week wraps up with the Minnesota Vikings (-1.5, 44.5) visiting the Chicago Bears.
