As the 2025 NFL season rolls along, several teams will take their scheduled bye weeks to rest, regroup and prepare for the final stretch of the regular season. From early breaks in Week 5 to critical late-season pauses in Week 14, these byes can play a key role in playoff pushes and player recovery. Check out the complete bye week schedule below:
2025 NFL Bye Week Schedule
Week 5
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Week 6
- Houston Texans
- Minnesota Vikings
Week 7
- Baltimore Ravens
- Buffalo Bills
Week 8
Week 9
Week 10
Week 11
- Indianapolis Colts
- New Orleans Saints
Week 12
Week 13
Week 14
What are NFL bye weeks?
NFL bye weeks are designated weeks throughout the middle of the NFL season during which teams do not play a game.
When does the 2025 bye weeks start?
In 2025, NFL bye weeks begin in Week 5.
When does the 2025 bye weeks end?
In 2025, NFL bye weeks end after Week 14. Weeks 15-18 do not include any team on bye.
How many bye weeks do NFL teams get?
Each team receives one bye week during the 18-week regular season.
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