The memories of confetti showers from Super Bowl LVIII are still fresh in our minds. The Kansas City Chiefs triumphed over the San Francisco 49ers, securing their place in history as the first back-to-back Super Bowl champions since the New England Patriots in 2003-04. Fast forward through an electrifying draft and a bustling offseason, and the NFL regular season is back with a bang tonight, featuring a tantalizing season opener between the Baltimore Ravens and the Kansas City Chiefs.
For the Chiefs, this game marks the first step on a historic journey: a quest to capture three consecutive Super Bowl victories. Such a feat is certainly within reach for the phenomenal Patrick Mahomes and his star-studded team. Meanwhile, Lamar Jackson and the Ravens are hungry for revenge, seeking redemption after their stinging loss to Kansas City in last season’s AFC Championship. This game is more than just the start of a new season for Lamar; it’s the beginning of a mission to return to the Super Bowl’s grand stage.
RELATED: Lamar Jackson: “I’m not just looking at Thursday night as a revenge game”
But wait, there’s more! This season kickoff is just the tip of the iceberg. This weekend is stacked with action, including the NFL’s groundbreaking first-ever game in South America. The Green Bay Packers will clash with the Philadelphia Eagles at Brazil’s iconic Corinthians Arena in São Paulo. This historic matchup streams exclusively on Peacock, marking the NFL’s first opening week game played on a Friday since 1970, when the Los Angeles Rams faced off against the St. Louis Cardinals post AFL-NFL merger.
And what’s a weekend without the thrill of Sunday matches? The first Sunday night of the new NFL season brings an enticing showdown between the Los Angeles Rams and the Detroit Lions on Sunday Night Football. Buckle up, football fans, because all the action kicks off today with the Ravens vs. Chiefs, broadcast on NBC and Peacock.
What NFL Game Is On Today?
Thursday, September 5th (all times Eastern):
Baltimore Ravens vs Kansas City Chiefs — 2024 NFL Kickoff Game
How to Watch Ravens vs Chiefs Kickoff Game
- When: Today, Thursday, September 5
- Time: Live coverage begins at 7:00 PM ET with Football Night in America
- TV: NBC
- Live Stream: Peacock
Top Impact Players in Ravens vs Chiefs
Pro Football Focus previews the much-anticipated NFL Kickoff matchup featuring notable players and heart-stopping moments, with Patrick Mahomes facing off against the reigning MVP, Lamar Jackson.
What NFL Games Are On This Weekend?
Friday, September 6th:
Green Bay Packers vs Philadelphia Eagles (Brazil Game) — 8:15 PM on NBC and Peacock
Sunday, September 8th:
- Pittsburgh Steelers vs Atlanta Falcons — 1:00 PM on FOX
- Arizona Cardinals vs Buffalo Bills — 1:00 PM on CBS
- Tennessee Titans vs Chicago Bears — 1:00 PM on FOX
- New England Patriots vs Cincinnati Bengals — 1:00 PM on CBS
- Houston Texans vs Indianapolis Colts — 1:00 PM on CBS
- Jacksonville Jaguars vs Miami Dolphins — 1:00 PM on CBS
- Carolina Panthers vs New Orleans Saints — 1:00 PM on FOX
- Minnesota Vikings vs New York Giants — 1:00 PM on FOX
- Oakland Raiders vs Los Angeles Chargers — 4:05 PM on CBS
- Denver Broncos vs Seattle Seahawks — 4:05 PM on CBS
- Dallas Cowboys vs Cleveland Browns — 4:25 PM on FOX
- Washington Commanders vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers — 4:25 PM on FOX
- Los Angeles Rams vs Detroit Lions — 8:20 PM on NBC, Peacock, and Universo
Top Impact Players in Rams vs Lions
Pro Football Focus gives us a preview of the Sunday Night Football spectacular featuring the Los Angeles Rams and Detroit Lions. Watch out for stars like Matthew Stafford and Puka Nacua from Los Angeles, and Jared Goff and Amon-Ra St. Brown from Detroit.
Get ready, NFL fans! The gridiron drama starts here, and it promises to be a season filled with unforgettable moments, jaw-dropping plays, and the kind of football that leaves you on the edge of your seat. ¡Vamos a disfrutar del fútbol!
