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The 2024 NFL season is finally here.
And the first week of the season includes some big games.
The first week of NFL action begins on Thursday Night Football on September 5th with the Baltimore Ravens taking on the Kansas City Chiefs before the Green Bay Packers take on the Philadelphia Eagles on Friday, September 6th.
There are 13 games on Sunday, September 8, including the Houston Texans versus the Indianapolis Colts early in the morning, the Dallas Cowboys versus the Cleveland Browns late at night, and the Los Angeles Rams versus the Detroit Lions on Sunday Night Football.
The NFL Week 1 schedule ends on September 9th on Monday Night Football with the New York Jets playing the San Francisco 49ers.
Here’s our breakdown of NFL Week 1 games with schedules, times, TV and streaming information. All times MST. Click on each game to get NFL Week 1 picks, predictions and odds for that game.
Tips for the first week of the NFL: Ravens vs. Chiefs | Packers vs. Eagles | Steelers vs. Falcons | Cardinals vs. Bills | Titans vs. Bears | Patriots vs. Bengals | Texans vs. Colts | Jaguars vs. Dolphins | Panthers vs. Saints | Vikings vs. Giants | Raiders vs. Chargers | Broncos vs. Seahawks | Cowboys vs. Browns | Commanders vs. Buccaneers | Rams vs. Lions | Jets vs. 49ers | The Arizona Republic’s predictions
Schedule for Thursday Night Football, September 5
Baltimore Ravens at Kansas City Chiefs, 5:20 p.m., NBC (Stream with Peacock)
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Green Bay Packers-Philadelphia Eagles, 5:15 p.m., Peacock
This game takes place in Brazil and will only be streamed on Peacock, which should generate some excitement, but it might be worth tuning in for this Week 1 NFC matchup.
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Schedule of NFL football games on Sunday, September 8
Pittsburgh Steelers at Atlanta Falcons, 10 a.m., FOX (Stream with free trial of FUBO)
Will the Kirk Cousins era in Atlanta get off to a great start or will the Steelers defense shut down the Falcons? We’re excited to see this matchup in Week 1.
Arizona Cardinals at Buffalo Bills, 10 a.m., CBS (Stream with free trial of FUBO)
Kyler Murray and the Cardinals want to show the rest of the NFL that they have improved tremendously this season. A win against the Bills in Buffalo would be the goal.
Tennessee Titans at Chicago Bears, 10 a.m., FOX (Stream with free trial of FUBO)
What will Caleb Williams look like in his NFL debut? Many eyes could be on this game to see what first impression the No. 1 pick will make.
New England Patriots at Cincinnati Bengals, 10 a.m., CBS (Stream with free trial of FUBO)
The Bengals finished 9-8 last season but finished last in the AFC North. They will need to get off to a good start in 2024.
Houston Texans at Indianapolis Colts, 10 a.m., CBS (Stream with free trial of FUBO)
The NFL is treating us to an AFC South Division clash in Week 1, and it could be a great game between two arch rivals.
Jacksonville Jaguars at Miami Dolphins, 10 a.m., CBS (Stream with free trial of FUBO)
We know the Dolphins can score, but can they stop someone? We get our first look at this potential Week 1 thriller.
Carolina Panthers at New Orleans Saints, 10 a.m., FOX (Stream with free trial of FUBO)
The NFC South is always interesting and these rivals begin the season with a divisional duel. Carolina had a 0-9 record on the road last season.
Minnesota Vikings at New York Giants, 10 a.m., FOX (Stream with free trial of FUBO)
After poor seasons last year, both teams want to start the season with a win, but there are big questions about the quarterback.
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Schedule of NFL football games on Sunday, September 8
Las Vegas Raiders at Los Angeles Chargers, 1:05 p.m., CBS (Stream with free trial of FUBO)
The Jim Harbaugh era begins in Los Angeles with an AFC West duel against the Raiders. You should have popcorn ready for that.
Denver Broncos at Seattle Seahawks, 1:05 p.m., CBS (Stream with free trial of FUBO)
Are the Seahawks a forgotten contender in the NFC West? The 49ers and Rams seem to be making a lot more headlines, but could Seattle surprise in 2024?
Dallas Cowboys at Cleveland Browns, 1:25 p.m., FOX (Stream with free trial of FUBO)
The Cowboys had a 4-5 record on the road last season and now face a Browns team that had an 8-1 record at home last season.
Washington Commanders at Tampa Bay Buccaneers, 1:25 p.m., FOX (Stream with free trial of FUBO)
Can Jayden Daniels and the Washington Commanders make an early statement in Tampa Bay?
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Sunday Night Football schedule, September 8
Los Angeles Rams at Detroit Lions, 5:20 p.m., NBC (Stream with Peacock)
The Lions could be a serious Super Bowl contender after reaching the NFC Championship Game last season.
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Monday Night Football schedule, September 9
New York Jets at San Francisco 49ers, 5:15 p.m., ESPN, ABC (Stream with free trial of FUBO)
Aaron Rodgers and the Jets have a lot of prime-time games this season. Will they prove they deserve it?
NOTE: NFL games can be streamed locally on FUBO. Click here for a free trial.
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