Say goodbye to the offseason – it’s time for football.

After months of no games, NFL players will finally take the field in uniform starting this week for the preseason. Not all stars will be in action for Week 1 of exhibition games, but it’ll be the first chance to see some of the top rookies in action. Also on display will be the NFL’s new rules for the 2025 season — a tweaked kickoff, Hawk-Eye virtual measurements and expanded replay assist.

Before the Philadelphia Eagles and Dallas Cowboys kick things off on NBC and Peacock next month, there are 48 preseason games — and roster cuts — to get through.

Here’s what to know entering the first week of action:

WHEN DOES THE NFL PRESEASON START?

The preseason technically began with the Hall of Fame Game on July 31, when the Los Angeles Ch

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