The wait is almost over. The 2025 NFL season officially kicks off on Thursday, September 4, and if early ticket prices are any indication, fans are ready to spend big to be part of the action. From a primetime rivalry clash in Philadelphia to a historic international showdown in Brazil, opening weekend is shaping up to be one of the hottest—and priciest—starts in league history.
Want to know more about how the pricing and ticket market dynamics are looking? Check our part 1 of TicketNetwork’s NFL 2025 preview!
Eagles vs. Cowboys: A Rivalry Worth the Price
Few matchups in football spark more intensity than the Philadelphia Eagles vs. Dallas Cowboys, and the NFL has chosen it as the stage-setter for 2025.
- Average Ticket Price: $917
- Location: Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia
- Date: Thursday, September 4
- Get Tickets: Eagles vs. Cowboys – Event Link
This is the most expensive ticket of opening weekend in the U.S., reflecting not only the rivalry but also the excitement of kicking off the season under the lights.
Chiefs vs. Chargers: History in Brazil
The NFL continues its global expansion with its first-ever regular season game in Brazil, as the Kansas City Chiefs face the Los Angeles Chargers at São Paulo’s Arena Corinthians.
- Average Ticket Price: $1,235
- Date: Friday, September 5
- Get Tickets: Chiefs vs. Chargers – Brazil Game
That price makes it the single most expensive ticket of Week 1 across the league, showing how international demand is driving new markets for live NFL action.
Other Opening Weekend Highlights
- Jets vs. Steelers – MetLife Stadium, Sept 7 – Avg: $303 link
- Bills vs. Ravens – Highmark Stadium, Sept 7 – Avg: $421 link
- Packers vs. Lions – Lambeau Field, Sept 7 – Avg: $496 link
- Bears vs. Vikings – Soldier Field, Sept 8 (Monday Night Football) – Avg: $568 link
These games all feature strong demand, especially in the NFC North, where historic rivalries like Packers-Lions and Bears-Vikings are commanding premium prices right out of the gate.
Where Fans Can Still Find Value
Not every opening weekend ticket breaks the bank. For fans looking for a more affordable entry point:
- Saints vs. Cardinals – Caesars Superdome, Sept 7 – Avg: $113 link
- Colts vs. Dolphins – Lucas Oil Stadium, Sept 7 – Avg: $162 link
- Falcons vs. Buccaneers – Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Sept 7 – Avg: $216 link
These represent some of the best bargains for opening week, especially for fans more interested in the live game-day atmosphere than in headline matchups.
Full NFL Week 1 Schedule & Ticket Links
Here’s the complete slate of Week 1 matchups, in order of date, with direct links to tickets for every game:
| Date | Matchup | Venue | Avg. Price | Tickets |
| Thu, Sept 4 | Dallas Cowboys at Philadelphia Eagles | Lincoln Financial Field | $917 | Get Tickets |
| Fri, Sept 5 | Kansas City Chiefs vs. Los Angeles Chargers (Brazil) | Arena Corinthians, São Paulo | $1,235 | Get Tickets |
| Sun, Sept 7 | Pittsburgh Steelers at New York Jets | MetLife Stadium | $303 | Get Tickets |
| Sun, Sept 7 | Carolina Panthers at Jacksonville Jaguars | EverBank Stadium | $197 | Get Tickets |
| Sun, Sept 7 | Houston Texans at Los Angeles Rams | SoFi Stadium | $243 | Get Tickets |
| Sun, Sept 7 | Baltimore Ravens at Buffalo Bills | Highmark Stadium | $421 | Get Tickets |
| Sun, Sept 7 | Cincinnati Bengals at Cleveland Browns | Huntington Bank Field | $275 | Get Tickets |
| Sun, Sept 7 | Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Atlanta Falcons | Mercedes-Benz Stadium | $216 | Get Tickets |
| Sun, Sept 7 | New York Giants at Washington Commanders | Northwest Stadium | $394 | Get Tickets |
| Sun, Sept 7 | Las Vegas Raiders at New England Patriots | Gillette Stadium | $461 | Get Tickets |
| Sun, Sept 7 | Miami Dolphins at Indianapolis Colts | Lucas Oil Stadium | $162 | Get Tickets |
| Sun, Sept 7 | Arizona Cardinals at New Orleans Saints | Caesars Superdome | $113 | Get Tickets |
| Sun, Sept 7 | San Francisco 49ers at Seattle Seahawks | Lumen Field | $462 | Get Tickets |
| Sun, Sept 7 | Tennessee Titans at Denver Broncos | Empower Field at Mile High | $309 | Get Tickets |
| Sun, Sept 7 | Detroit Lions at Green Bay Packers | Lambeau Field | $496 | Get Tickets |
| Mon, Sept 8 | Minnesota Vikings at Chicago Bears | Soldier Field | $568 | Get Tickets |
Takeaway for Ticket Shoppers
Opening weekend shows a clear split:
- Premium games (Eagles-Cowboys, Chiefs-Chargers in Brazil, NFC North rivalries) are priced at $500–$1,200+.
- Value games (Saints-Cardinals, Colts-Dolphins, Falcons-Bucs) sit closer to $150–$200.
For fans, the choice is simple: splurge for a bucket-list rivalry matchup, or snag a more affordable ticket and still experience the thrill of kickoff weekend live.
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HEADLINE IMAGE: Fans watch the Chiefs and Jaguars face off in a recent NFL game. Photo by Senior Airman Madelyn Keech, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons