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# Are You Ready for the 2021 NFL Season? Week 1 Kicks Off on September 9

Football fans, you’ve been waiting for it, and now it’s almost here! The 2021 NFL season is set to begin, and Week 1 is just around the corner. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or just starting to get into the excitement, here’s everything you need to know about when and how Week 1 will unfold.

## When Does Week 1 Start?

The 2021 NFL season will kick off on **Thursday, September 9, 2021**. This is a historic moment as it marks the start of the **first 17-game regular season** in NFL history. The defending Super Bowl champions, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, will host the Dallas Cowboys in the **NFL Kickoff Game** at Raymond James Stadium.

## Week 1 Schedule Overview

### Thursday Night Football
– **Matchup**: Cowboys at Buccaneers
– **Time**: 8:20 PM ET
– **TV Channel**: NBC
– **Location**: Raymond James Stadium, Tampa, FL

### Sunday, September 12
Several exciting matchups are scheduled for opening weekend:
– **Steelers at Bills**
– **Time**: 1:00 PM ET
– **TV Channel**: CBS

– **Jets at Panthers**
– **Time**: 1:00 PM ET
– **TV Channel**: CBS

### Other Matchups
– **Bears at Rams** – Kickoff TBA
– **Giants at Broncos** – Kickoff TBA
– **Raiders at Cardinals** – Kickoff TBA
– **Chargers at Washington** – Kickoff TBA
– **Lions at 49ers** – Kickoff TBA
– **Bengals at Colts** – Kickoff TBA
– **Jaguars at Raiders** – Kickoff TBA
– **Vikings at Browns** – Kickoff TBA
– **49ers at Seahawks** – Kickoff TBA
– **Ravens at Cowboys** – Kickoff TBA

## What to Expect
Week 1 is always thrilling as teams jostle to set the tone for the rest of the season. This year, with a new 17-game schedule, the excitement is running high. Keep an eye out for key matchups and early season standouts as teams battle for early reign in their respective divisions and conferences.

## How to Watch
Fans can catch all the action across multiple platforms:
– **TV**: Depending on your cable provider, you might have access to channels like FOX, CBS, NBC, and ESPN.
– **Online**: You can stream games on platforms like *NFL.com/STREAM*.
– **Mobile**: Apps like Yahoo Sports and the NFL app can keep you updated on the go.

## Ticket Availability
Tickets for Week 1 games can be purchased through various platforms like Ticketmaster. Whether you’re looking to catch the opening kickoff or a Sunday afternoon clash, there are plenty of options to secure your seat in the stands.

**Do you have any exciting plans for Week 1? Let us know in the comments below!**

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This marks the beginning of a thrilling NFL season, packed with matchups that promise to be high in intensity. Don’t miss out on the excitement. Grab your popcorn, invite your friends, and get ready for an epic season ahead!

Happy NFL season, everyone!