Ready for football? Nope, not with that round black-and-white thing, nor a rugby ball—proper American football, or gridiron, rather. Established more than a century ago in 1920, the National Football League has evolved into the pinnacle of professional football, and the 2024/25 season promises nothing less than a nail-biting athletic spectacle.
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Comprising 32 teams divided into the American Football Conference (AFC) and the National Football Conference (NFC), each NFL franchise represents a unique identity and a passionate fan base. From the iconic Green Bay Packers to the high-powered Kansas City Chiefs, there’s definitely a team out there that’ll kick, pass, and dive their way into your heart.
Big names in the game include quarterbacks like Lamar Jackson, Josh Allen, and Patrick Mahomes, as well as defensive stalwarts like Aaron Donald and T.J. Watt.
As the journey through the greatest of gridiron unfolds, brace yourself for a season of extraordinary athleticism, bone-crushing hits, and last-minute heroics. The unfolding drama of this historic league just can’t be missed, whether you’re watching from the US or as an international fan.
How can I stream the NFL in New Zealand?
In New Zealand, you can stream all games via the NFL Game Pass on DAZN and select games on Sky Sport Now.
NFL Game Pass will give you access to every regular and postseason game, Super Bowl LVIII, shows, and more. They offer two subscriptions: the Ultimate plan ($39.99/month), which includes HDR quality and Dolby 5.1 surround sound, and the standard Pro plan ($36.99/month). Sign up here.
Sky Sport Now offers a day pass at $29.99, a month pass for $54.99, or an annual pass for $549.99.
What time do games air in New Zealand?
The regular season runs from September 2025 to early January 2026, with games on from 5am through to 2pm as the season rolls through. See here for a full list of NFL fixtures.
