A full breakdown of key dates for the 2025 NFL campaign, covering the regular season, playoffs, and Super Bowl.

For training camp in 2025, that day is August 26. By 4 p.m. ET on August 26, every team must employ only 53 players.

The 2025 NFL season kicks off with big matchups—see Week 1’s full schedule, key games, and must-watch storylines.

July 26: "Back Together Weekend" practice at Nissan Stadium Aug. 9: First preseason game, at Tampa Bay Aug. 22: Final preseason game, vs. Minnesota Aug. 26: Roster cutdown day to 53 players ...

The Tennessee Titans open training camp July 22. The 2025 No. 1 overall draft pick, QB Cam Ward, debuts in an Aug. 9 preseason game vs Tampa Bay.