Mark your calendars, NFL fans—the most anticipated schedule drop of the year is almost here. The league has officially confirmed that the full 2025 NFL schedule will be released on Thursday, May 14, at 8 p.m. Eastern. But if you're already planning your international travel, you'll want to tune in a day earlier: the complete slate of overseas games is set to be announced on Wednesday, May 13.
This year's international lineup is shaping up to be one of the most exciting yet, with games spanning four continents. The Atlanta Falcons have already announced they'll be heading to Madrid, Spain, making them one of the teams to watch for a cross-Atlantic showdown. Meanwhile, the Washington Commanders are set to host a game in London, adding to the growing list of teams taking their talents abroad.
For Cincinnati Bengals fans, the international buzz is particularly loud. With an extra road game on their schedule this season, the Bengals are widely expected to be the visiting team in any international matchup. Wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase even took to social media in February to ask if the team would be getting a game overseas, sparking plenty of speculation. While rumors of a Bengals-Dolphins matchup in Madrid didn't pan out last year, executive vice president Katie Blackburn has hinted that Cincinnati is on track to host an international game in 2027. So, while this year might not be their turn to take the global stage, the future looks promising.
Beyond the Bengals, the international schedule is packed with historic firsts. The San Francisco 49ers and Los Angeles Rams are set to make NFL history at the Melbourne Cricket Ground in Australia, marking the league's first regular-season game Down Under. That game will air in the U.S. on the evening of September 10. Then, on September 27, the Dallas Cowboys and Baltimore Ravens will clash at Maracanã Stadium in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, for the NFL's first-ever game in South America. The New Orleans Saints are also scheduled to play in Paris, France, though their opponent has yet to be announced.
London will host three regular-season games, with the Commanders and Jacksonville Jaguars each serving as home teams. Madrid is set for one game with the Falcons as the host, and Mexico City will welcome the 49ers for a Week 11 matchup. Munich, Germany, rounds out the international slate with one game of its own.
Whether you're a die-hard fan planning a trip or just eager to see how your team's schedule shapes up, May 14 can't come soon enough. Get ready to start mapping out your game days—and maybe even your passport stamps.