The 106th NFL season kicked off on September 4, 2025, with the defending champion Philadelphia Eagles defeating Dallas, and culminated on February 8, 2026, when Seattle beat New England in Super Bowl LX at Levi's Stadium. The league year and free agency period opened on March 12, 2025, featuring a record salary cap of $279.2 million per team (a $23.8 million increase). The quarterback market was especially active, as Sam Darnold joined Seattle, Aaron Rodgers signed with Pittsburgh, and Russell Wilson landed with the Giants. Wide receiver moves also grabbed headlines, with Davante Adams joining the Rams, Cooper Kupp heading to Seattle, and Stefon Diggs signing with New England. Defensive reinforcements were equally impactful, including edge rushers Josh Sweat (Arizona), Joey Bosa (Buffalo), and Von Miller (Washington). Overall, the offseason saw a massive reshuffling of star talent across nearly every position, dramatically altering the competitive balance for the upcoming campaign.