May 12, 2025 – New York, NY
The NFL is starting the 2025 season with fireworks as it officially announces that the Philadelphia Eagles will face off against the Dallas Cowboys in the season opener—a showdown between two of the league’s most iconic and heated rivals.
Scheduled for Thursday, September 4th, 2025, at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, this primetime clash is already being hyped as one of the most anticipated openers in recent memory. The game will air live on NBC as part of the league’s traditional Thursday Night Kickoff game.
The Cowboys, coming off a strong 2024 campaign that ended just shy of the NFC Championship, are looking to reassert their dominance in the NFC East. Led by quarterback Dak Prescott and bolstered by their dynamic defensive unit, Dallas is expected to be a top Super Bowl contender this year.
On the other side, the Eagles are in full redemption mode. After an injury-riddled 2024 season, quarterback Jalen Hurts is reportedly healthy and energized. Philly has reloaded on both sides of the ball, with offseason acquisitions and draft picks that could tip the scales back in their favor.
NFL Statement
“This is a matchup built on legacy, intensity, and fan passion,” said NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell. “There’s no better way to ignite the 2025 season than with Eagles-Cowboys under the lights.”
Rivalry Renewed
The Eagles and Cowboys have met 129 times in the regular season, with Dallas leading the all-time series. But recent seasons have seen fierce back-and-forth battles, often with playoff implications. This opener could immediately set the tone for the NFC East and the entire league.
Fans React
Social media exploded within minutes of the announcement:
“You couldn’t script a better opening! Let’s go Birds!” one Eagles fan tweeted. “Cowboys about to start 1–0, book it,” responded a confident Dallas supporter.
What to Watch
Jalen Hurts vs. Dak Prescott – Two elite quarterbacks with plenty to prove. Defensive fireworks – Expect pressure from Micah Parsons and Haason Reddick. Coaching chess match – Nick Sirianni and Mike McCarthy face off with high stakes from the start.
Get your popcorn ready. The 2025 NFL season starts with a bang.
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