The NFL’s upcoming regular season will bring plenty of changes, both on and off the field. While some will be obvious, others may be overlooked by casual fans. Here’s what to watch for in 2025.

Announcers

Fans of former Giants running back Tiki Barber will have to listen to him on WFAN as he’ll no longer be seen on CBS, while J.J. Watt will call games with Ian Eagle in the booth, leaving his spot on “The NFL Today.” Former kicker Jay Feely has also left CBS to prepare for a congressional run in 2026.

The biggest change comes at Fox, where Hall of Fame coach Jimmy Johnson will not return as a studio analyst on “Fox NFL Sunday” after 31 years. He’ll be replaced by Rob Gronkowski, who joined the network in 2019.

First downs

In a long-overdue move, the NFL will measure first downs electro

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