When Does the NFL Season Start?
Get ready for some football! The NFL season starts on September 5th.
Introduction
The NFL season officially kicks off on Thursday, September 10th when the New Orleans Saints take on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. However, there are a few things to keep in mind before the season starts.
The Start of the NFL Season
Pre-Season
During the NFL preseason, each team plays four exhibition games. Preseason began on August 2, 2018 and ended on August 30, 2018. The regular season began on September 6, 2018 and will end on December 30, 2018.
Regular Season
The first regular season game is typically held the first week of September. The regular season consists of 16 games played over 17 weeks, with each team playing one bye week. The season typically ends the first week of January.
Conclusion
The regular NFL season typically starts the week after Labor Day. This year, the season will start on Thursday, September 10.
