- The NFL commences; when does Taylor Swift capture the spotlight once more?
The NFL season is back in action! It commences from the late hours of Thursday night, specificially at 2.20 AM CEST/RTL, marking the start of the cherished months for football enthusiasts. This inaugural match takes place at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, featuring the Kansas City Chiefs, headed by stars Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce. They're aiming to create history by becoming the first team to win the Super Bowl three consecutive years, after clinching victories in 2023 and 2024.
When does the NFL season kick off?
Football fans can rejoice as the most exciting months of the year arrive around the stroke of midnight on Thursday. RTL broadcasts live from 1.50 AM CEST, with kickoff scheduled for 2.20 AM CEST.
Who are the front-runners for the title?
The Chiefs, who last tasted Super Bowl glory in 2023 and 2024, aim to set a new record by claiming the trophy for a third consecutive time. They've assembled a strong squad similar to the previous season's, putting them high on the list of title contenders. Other prime contenders include the San Francisco 49ers, who missed out on winning the Super Bowl last year, the Detroit Lions led by Amon-Ra St. Brown, Baltimore with Lamar Jackson at the helm, and the Philadelphia Eagles, who lost to the Chiefs in 2023.
Which German players should we eye this season?
Three German players have made the cut for their respective teams' 53-man rosters. Amon-Ra St. Brown (Detroit Lions), Brandon Coleman (Washington Commanders), and Jakob Johnson (New York Giants) are gearing up to make their mark in the upcoming season. Opportunities still abound for other German talents to shine on the field, with Equanimeous St. Brown (New Orleans Saints), Marcel Dabo (Indianapolis Colts), and Kilian Zierer (Houston Texans) signing contracts with their teams' training squads, which could potentially lead to a call-up to the game day squads.
Who's worth watching this season?
Amon-Ra St. Brown nailed it in his third season with the Detroit Lions, currently ranking among the top pass catchers in the league. This impressive performance even earned him a spot in the Netflix documentary "Receiver," alongside the likes of Deebo Samuel and George Kittle (San Francisco 49ers), Davante Adams (Las Vegas Raiders), and Justin Jefferson (Minnesota Vikings). Other noteworthy developments include Aaron Rodgers' much-anticipated stint with the New York Jets, after missing out due to injury in their opening game last season.
Will the NFL return to Germany?
Yes, the NFL will be making a third consecutive appearance in Germany this year, with the New York Giants and the Carolina Panthers squaring off in Munich on November 10. Jakob Johnson may even become the first German player to play an NFL game on German soil, if he takes the field for the Giants.
When do the playoffs begin?
The playoffs get underway with the Wild-Card Games on January 12.
Where will the Super Bowl take place?
Super Bowl LIX is slated for February 9 at the Caesars Superdome, New Orleans, becoming the eleventh time the city hosts the event and the eighth time it takes place in the stadium of the New Orleans Saints. Last time the Super Bowl was held in New Orleans was in February 2013, with the Baltimore Ravens emerging victorious over the San Francisco 49ers.
Any updates on Taylor Swift's relationship with Travis Kelce?
Despite his busy NFL schedule, Chiefs' superstar Travis Kelce and his girlfriend, Taylor Swift, are still going strong. The pop sensation attended several Chiefs games last season and even traveled from Tokyo to Las Vegas for the Super Bowl. Their conflicting schedules during the upcoming season mean that Swifties could still catch a glimpse of their favorite singer at the season opener against the Ravens.
When does the NFL season officially start for fans?
The NFL season officially begins for fans at the stroke of midnight on Thursday, marking the start of the cherished months for football enthusiasts.
Which team aims to achieve a historic feat at the start of the season?
The Kansas City Chiefs, with stars Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce, aim to create history by becoming the first team to win the Super Bowl three consecutive years, starting from the inaugural match of the season.
