Eagles vs. Cowboys: Defending Champs Kick Off 2025 NFL Season With a Classic Rivalry

The NFL schedule release has turned into a full-blown event over the past few years, and today the league gave fans an early taste by revealing several marquee matchups — including the season opener. The defending champs, the Philadelphia Eagles, will kick off the 2025 NFL season at home on Thursday, September 4th, facing off against their division rivals, the Dallas Cowboys, who’ve retooled their offense to give Dak Prescott more firepower.

Other key games announced include Bears vs. Eagles in Week 13, Eagles vs. Commanders in Week 16, Packers vs. Bears also in Week 16, and a high-stakes Broncos vs. Chiefs clash in Week 17. The full schedule drops on Wednesday, May 14th. Stay tuned.