NFL Ticket Prices and Storylines Ahead of Week One
The upcoming NFL season is shaping up to be one of the most exciting years in a while. With the Kansas City Chiefs coming off back-to-back championships, all eyes are on Patrick Mahomes and the team as they aim for a historic three-peat.
In addition to the Chiefs’ quest for another title, the NFL landscape has been significantly altered by a wave of player movements and blockbuster draft signees. The Chiefs added to their offensive arsenal, signing Marquise Brown in free agency and adding Xavier Worthy in the draft. The Chicago Bears saw their top 2021 draft pick, Justin Fields leave for Pittsburgh, but top prospect and number one overall pick Caleb Williams will be behind center for the Bears this year.
Other notable names include Aaron Rodgers looking to lead the Jets after suffering a torn Achilles in the first game last season, Kirk Cousins is headed to Atlanta to join the Falcons and the Baltimore Ravens signed workhorse running back Derrick Henry.
This season also brings significant changes to the NFL schedule, with games being played on Christmas Day, broadcast on Netflix and the introduction of a Black Friday game. These additions are sure to attract a broader audience and provide even more viewing options for fans. The Christmas Day games on Netflix mark a new era in sports broadcasting, merging traditional football with the convenience of streaming services. The Black Friday game adds another layer of excitement to the holiday weekend with an extra day of NFL football.
International games continue to be a highlight of the NFL schedule, with teams scheduled to travel to London, Germany and now Sao Paulo. These games have helped expand the NFL’s global footprint and bring American football to fans around the world.
Fantasy football enthusiasts are even gearing up for this new season, fantasy drafts are likely underway as NFL fans look to build their roster. Player movements and top draft picks have created new possibilities for fantasy managers looking to win a title this year.
With just a few weeks from kickoff, the demand for tickets is already high. According to TFL, average ticket prices (ATP) for the first week of the season range from $140 up to $525.
Tickets for the back-to-back Super Bowl champion Chiefs on opening night are on the higher end of that range, with the ATP being upwards of $525. For teams with lackluster seasons last year like the Commanders and Panthers, ATP $171 and $146 respectively.
