2025 NFL International Games Odds, Predictions, and Schedule

The NFL is packing its bags — again. For the 2025-26 season, football is going fully international with seven games across five countries, including the league’s first-ever trip to Spain. That’s right: touchdowns in Dublin, field goals in Frankfurt, and flags in Brazil. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or just need a good excuse to crack a beer and watch football over breakfast, there’s something for everyone in this year’s NFL International Games slate.

In this preview, we’ll break down the full 2025 NFL International Games schedule, highlight early matchups to watch, and keep you updated on the latest NFL odds as they drop.

If you are an avid NFL bettor, then handicapping the International Games can be a profitable venture especially right after the lines drop. Keep reading as we break down the full 2025 NFL International Games schedule, highlight early matchups to watch, and keep you updated throughout the season.

NFL International Games Odds

The odds for the 2025 NFL International Games are already live at the top sportsbooks, giving us an early glimpse at how these neutral-site showdowns are expected to unfold. While spreads and totals will shift as rosters settle and injuries emerge, there are some things we can take away from these opening lines.

From tight divisional rivalries to potential shootouts in new cities, the NFL International Games odds set the stage for one of the most globally diverse slates the league has ever rolled out.

The Kansas City Chiefs and Los Angeles Chargers are expected to have another close divisional matchup as they take Brazil by storm. The Minnesota Vikings are favored in both of their International Games. In fact, they play consecutive weeks in Ireland and England. Washington heads to Spain with a sizable spread against the Dolphins as this offensive showdown is expected to flirt with 48+ total points, which is the biggest Total for any International Game as of this writing.

However, the biggest NFL International favorites are the Vikings -7 over the Browns in Week 5 and the Broncos -6.5 over the Jets in Week 6. Both games will take place in London.

Keep an eye on the latest NFL odds to monitor how the lines change throughout the summer months and the season itself.

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NFL International Games Schedule

NFL Preseason International Games Predictions

Let’s take a look at the full slate of NFL International games and make our NFL picks for each game.

Week 1: Kansas City Chiefs vs. Los Angeles Chargers

The NFL is back in Brazil — and this time it’s bringing the Super Bowl runner-ups. After last year’s successful debut featuring the Eagles and Packers, São Paulo will once again host Week 1 action, this time with an AFC West brawl between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Los Angeles Chargers. The game will stream free on YouTube, kicking off the league’s expanded international presence with a Mahomes-vs.-Herbert showdown under the Friday night lights.

Kansas City enters the season looking to extend its dominance in the division, and against the Chargers specifically. The Chiefs have won seven straight over LA and are chasing an 11th consecutive AFC West title. This marks their first non-Kickoff Game season opener since 2022, and they’ll roll into Brazil with a revamped offensive line and a defense that finished top five in scoring a year ago.

The Chargers, meanwhile, are hoping Jim Harbaugh’s second season brings fireworks. Free-agent addition Najee Harris, first-rounder Omarion Hampton, and second-round wideout Tre Harris headline a new-look offense built to challenge KC’s throne atop the division.

While the Chiefs have owned the win column, the rivalry itself remains tight — four of the last six games were decided by six points or fewer. But in a high-stakes environment like São Paulo, with both teams still working through early-season kinks, trust the team that’s been here before.

Bet: Kansas City Chiefs -3 (-110)

Week 4: Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Minnesota Vikings

After years of speculation and international near-misses, the Pittsburgh Steelers will finally play a game in Ireland — and fittingly, it’s against the NFL’s international kings, the Minnesota Vikings. The Week 4 matchup at Dublin’s Croke Park will kick off at 9:30 a.m. ET, making it the first NFL game ever played in Ireland and the first of back-to-back international contests for Minnesota.

The setting couldn’t be more meaningful. The Rooney family, founders of the Steelers, trace their roots directly to Ireland, and they’ve long resisted international scheduling out of respect for that heritage. Now, in 2025, the Steelers finally get their homecoming game in a venue with deep ties to both Irish history and sports culture. You can expect Terrible Towels waving from every corner of Croke Park, which hosted a Steelers-Bears preseason game back in 1997.

On the field, it’s a battle between a Vikings team with a first-year starting QB in J.J. McCarthy and a Steelers team fresh off a playoff appearance. Pittsburgh lost both of last year’s quarterbacks this offseason, however, with Justin Fields and Russell Wilson having both signed for separate New York franchises this spring.

There’s been rampant speculation about a potential Aaron Rodgers signing, though the sides have yet to come to terms on a deal. As of now, Mason Rudolph sits atop Pittsburgh’s depth chart at QB.

The Steelers swung a big offseason trade for DK Metcalf, while George Pickens was traded to Dallas earlier this month. Pittsburgh is a team in transition, while Minnesota will look to keep last year’s momentum going with McCarthy under center.

With both franchises leaning on strong defenses, this one could come down to coaching and execution. But the Vikings’ international experience – and the Steelers’ uncertainty at QB – gives Minnesota the edge.

Bet: Minnesota Vikings -1.5 (-110)

Week 5: Minnesota Vikings vs. Cleveland Browns

The Vikings are headed to London with a little history on the line — they’ve never lost a game outside the United States. In fact, dating back to 1983, they’re a perfect 4–0 in regular-season international contests (plus one exhibition win). This year, they’ll try to keep that spotless record alive against a retooled Cleveland Browns squad at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

This Week 5 contest marks Minnesota’s second straight game abroad, following their Week 4 matchup in Dublin against the Steelers. With back-to-back international dates, the Vikings are now the first team in NFL history to play in two different countries on consecutive weekends — and head coach Kevin O’Connell is embracing it. “It feels almost like a training camp,” he said, calling it a chance to strengthen team chemistry and culture.

The Browns, meanwhile, are coming off a 3–14 campaign but made plenty of noise this offseason. They added Maliek Collins via free agency and drafted Michigan standout Mason Graham and, of course, Colorado’s Shedeur Sanders in the 2025 NFL Draft. Even so, their offense still faces a tall order against a Vikings defense that helped fuel last season’s 14–3 run — one that only ended after a playoff thumping at the hands of the Rams.

Bet: Minnesota Vikings -6.5 (-110)

Week 6: Denver Broncos vs. New York Jets

For the second year in a row, the New York Jets are heading to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, and this time they’re the “home” team — both officially and emotionally. Gang Green will take on the Denver Broncos in a Week 6 clash that marks the eighth time these two squads have faced off in the last nine seasons. Last year in London, the Jets fell just short against the Vikings. This time, they’ll be hoping Justin Fields and a loaded 2025 draft class can flip the script.

Fields takes over at QB for a franchise desperately trying to claw its way to its first winning season since 2015. He’s surrounded by playmakers like Breece Hall, Garrett Wilson, and Allen Lazard, and will be guided by new head coach Aaron Glenn, who was one of the Jets’ leaders during his playing career. The defense also boasts major reinforcements with offseason additions like Andre Cisco, Brandon Stephens, and Derrick Nnadi.

But don’t sleep on the Broncos. Denver just wrapped up its first winning season since 2016 behind breakout QB Bo Nix, who passed for over 3,700 yards and shattered rookie records, all while playing through a back injury. His arsenal includes Jaleel McLaughlin, Audric Estime, and Evan Engram, plus a receiver room headlined by Courtland Sutton. Both squads are amid identity shifts, but the Broncos enter London with more continuity, more chemistry, and maybe more to prove.

Bet: Denver Broncos -6.5 (-110)

Week 7: Los Angeles Rams vs. Jacksonville Jaguars

The Jacksonville Jaguars are practically locals at this point. When they take the field in London during Week 7, it’ll mark their 12th straight season playing in England. This year, they’re facing a serious test in the Los Angeles Rams. While the Jags are officially listed as underdogs, their international experience and growing UK fan base could make this feel more like a true home game than the schedule suggests.

Jacksonville enters the season with a new front office, a new head coach in Liam Coen, and plenty of offseason optimism after a productive draft that included a blockbuster trade-up for Travis Hunter. The team has a fresh identity, and the continuity of playing overseas is one of the few constants, which could prove useful against a Rams squad flying in from the West Coast and facing an eight-hour time difference. That “body clock advantage” may sound minor, but it’s one of many small edges the Jags will need to stay competitive.

The Rams, on the other hand, remain one of the most talent-rich teams in the NFC, with playoff experience and a physical style that travels well. But if Jacksonville’s new leadership can spark early-season momentum, this could be the type of breakout performance that signals the franchise is truly back on track.

Bet: Jacksonville Jaguars +4.5 (-110)

Week 10: Atlanta Falcons vs. Indianapolis Colts

The NFL heads to Berlin for the first regular-season game ever played in Germany’s capital, as the Indianapolis Colts square off against the Atlanta Falcons at Olympic Stadium in Week 10. It’s a landmark moment for the league — and a massive opportunity for both franchises to leave their mark in one of Europe’s largest sports markets.

The Colts are no strangers to international play, with Berlin marking their third regular-season game overseas and sixth overall. They last appeared in Frankfurt in 2023 (losing 10–6 to New England) and London in 2016.

Indianapolis has also been busy off the field, expanding its marketing rights to Switzerland and doubling down on its European branding efforts. For Jim Irsay’s team, this game is as much about capturing hearts abroad as it is about playoff positioning at home.

The Falcons, however, might care a bit more about the scoreboard. They’ve dominated this series historically, winning 15 of the last 18 matchups, including a 29–10 thumping of Indy late last season. Atlanta enters Berlin with momentum and an aggressive offense that’s proven difficult to contain. The Colts will have their hands full — and likely need a much cleaner performance than the one that derailed their 2024 playoff hopes.

Bet: Over 45.5 Total (-110)

Week 11: Miami Dolphins vs. Washington Commanders

The NFL makes its long-awaited debut in Spain with a star-studded clash between the Miami Dolphins and Washington Commanders. Madrid’s Santiago Bernabéu Stadium — typically home to Real Madrid — will host its first football game (the American kind) in Week 11, and it could be the most explosive matchup on the international slate.

Miami is no stranger to overseas games — this marks their eighth international appearance — but their 2025 outlook hinges heavily on quarterback Tua Tagovailoa. After another concussion-plagued season, Tua returns with hopes of staying upright behind a new-look offensive line.

He’ll have help from a loaded skill group that includes Tyreek Hill (coming off wrist surgery), Jaylen Waddle, De’Von Achane, and Jonnu Smith. If Tua’s healthy, the Dolphins are dangerous. That’s always a big “if,” though.

On the other sideline, the Commanders are riding high after a breakout year under second-year QB Jayden Daniels, who shattered the single-season rushing record for a quarterback as a rookie and came within one game of reaching the Super Bowl.

Washington’s arsenal is even deeper in 2025, with Austin Ekeler, Brian Robinson Jr., Terry McLaurin, Zach Ertz, and newcomer Deebo Samuel giving Daniels no shortage of options. This is only Washington’s second international game ever — and their first since 2016 — but their upward trajectory suggests they’re built for the moment.

Bet: Over 48.5 total

NFL International Game Records

The following team-by-team records are through the 2024-25 NFL Season: