Chicago, Illinois – NFL fans eagerly awaiting the release of the 2024 schedule can mark their calendars for Wednesday, May 15. The schedule announcement is expected to include some exciting matchups and storylines for the upcoming season. According to reports, this year’s schedule release is set to be the latest in recent history, following a trend of May announcements over the past few years.

Traditionally, the NFL schedule was released in April, but due to the impacts of the pandemic, the league shifted to a May release date starting in 2020. The league has since stuck with this schedule, allowing for more flexibility in finalizing matchups after the draft and potentially highlighting the newest stars in prime time games.

One significant aspect of the 2024 schedule is the inclusion of rematch games from last season’s conference title games and Super Bowl LVIII. Matchups like Chiefs at 49ers, Ravens at Chiefs, and Lions at 49ers are sure to draw attention from football fans as they eagerly anticipate the upcoming season.

Of note is the Thursday night season opener in Kansas City, where the defending Super Bowl champions are typically slated to play. Additionally, the NFL is set to play in Brazil for the first time, adding a new international element to the schedule. With games also scheduled in London and Munich, the 2024 season promises to be full of exciting matchups on a global scale.

As part of the unusual scheduling for 2024, the NFL will be hosting a Christmas Day doubleheader, a rare occurrence that has only happened a few times in league history. This year’s Wednesday Christmas game will provide fans with an extra dose of football festivities during the holiday season.

With intriguing matchups, international games, and unique scheduling quirks, the 2024 NFL schedule release is shaping up to be a highly anticipated event for fans across the league. Stay tuned for more updates and information as the season approaches.