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How Many Days Until NFL kickoff 2027?
360 days left.
NFL kickoff is on Thursday, September 9, 2027.
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The 2026 NFL regular season begins on Wednesday, September 9 at 8:20 p.m. ET, when the New England Patriots play the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field in Seattle. This is the NFL Kickoff Game, not a playoff or season-final event.
For viewers in Seattle, kickoff is 5:20 p.m. PT; the NFL lists 8:20 p.m. ET for national scheduling. If attending, use the ticket link on the official NFL schedule and confirm Lumen Field entry and transport guidance before travelling.
| Date | Thursday, September 9, 2027 |
|---|---|
| Days remaining | 360 |
| Weeks remaining | 51 |
| Months remaining | ~11 |
Last updated September 15, 2026
NFL kickoff 2027 Dates & Schedule
| Date | Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at 8:20 p.m. ET (5:20 p.m. PT) |
|---|---|
| Status | Confirmed |
| Day of week | Thursday |
| Countdown | 360 days (51 weeks) |
| Time zone | Eastern Daylight Time (UTC−4); Seattle local time is Pacific Daylight Time (UTC−7) |
| Venue | Lumen Field |
| Location | Seattle, Washington, USA |
| Matchup | New England Patriots at Seattle Seahawks |
| Schedule | The Kickoff Game opens Week 1 on September 9. Week 1 continues with 49ers at Rams on September 10, followed by the Sunday and Monday slates on September 13–14. |
| What may change | The NFL has confirmed the matchup, date, time, and venue; recheck the official schedule and Lumen Field guidance before travel in case operational details change. |
| Source | NFL Week 1 schedule |
| Source checked | July 27, 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many days until NFL kickoff?
There are 360 days until NFL kickoff 2027, which falls on Thursday, September 9, 2027. That's 51 weeks, or roughly 12 months, from today.
When is NFL kickoff 2027?
NFL kickoff 2027 is on Thursday, September 9, 2027 — 360 days from today. Add it to your calendar or set up a free countdown widget on your iPhone home screen with the Outside app.
When exactly is NFL kickoff 2027?
The 2026 NFL regular season begins on Wednesday, September 9 at 8:20 p.m. ET, when the New England Patriots play the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field in Seattle. This is the NFL Kickoff Game, not a playoff or season-final event.
Is there a free NFL kickoff countdown app?
Yes. Outside is a free iPhone app with a NFL kickoff countdown widget for your home screen. It includes reminder alerts, calendar sync, and shared countdowns. Used by 300k+ people.
How long until NFL kickoff?
NFL kickoff 2027 is 51 weeks and 3 days away — roughly 12 months from now. Set a reminder so the day doesn't slip past you.
