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The NFL has truly gone global. What began as a novelty – a lone regular-season game in Mexico City back in 2005 – has evolved into a steady stream of games in London, Canada, Mexico, Germany, and now even Brazil.
Every NFL team has packed its bags at least once to play outside the United States, creating a rich tapestry of international moments.
This article breaks down how many international games each NFL team has played through the 2024 season, with a sneak peek at those already slated for 2025.
Along the way, we’ll reminisce about big performances, upsets, and quirky moments that have unfolded on foreign soil.
So grab your passport (and maybe a pint), and let’s tour the NFL’s global gridiron adventures to see if any of this info will help your NFL handicapping so you can win more of your bets this season.
AFC East: Bills Circle the Wagons in Toronto, Dolphins and Jets Hop the Pond
Buffalo Bills (8 games): No team started its international experience quite like the Bills. Buffalo effectively set up a second home in Toronto with a series of yearly games from 2008 to 2013.
They played six regular-season games at Rogers Centre in Canada – a run that included the franchise’s only win outside the U.S., a 23-0 shutout of Washington in 2011.
Those Toronto crowds saw their share of drama, like the 2013 overtime thriller where Atlanta edged Buffalo 34-31.
The Bills eventually expanded their travels to London, losing a 2015 heart-breaker to Jacksonville at Wembley and again falling to the Jags in 2023 in a “home” game in Tottenham. That rough 0-2 record in the U.K. mirrors Buffalo’s broader international struggles – Bills fans may love to travel, but the team is still seeking its first win overseas.
The good news is there is no London trip in 2025, so Bills Mafia can stay warm at home – for now.
Miami Dolphins (7 games): Miami’s sunny brand has been exported often, but the results haven’t always been pretty.
The Dolphins have played seven international games through 2024, tied for second-most in the league. London has hosted most of Miami’s adventures, including the NFL’s first-ever game at Wembley Stadium in 2007, where the Dolphins fell 13-10 to the Giants on a rain-soaked pitch.
The Fins lost their first four trips abroad, including a notorious 20-0 shutout by New Orleans in 2017 at Wembley.
Their lone victory overseas (before 2024) came in 2021, but even that was painful for Miami fans – it snapped Jacksonville’s 20-game losing streak as the Jags beat the Dolphins 23-20 on a last-second field goal in London.
Most recently, Miami made history in Germany, taking on the Chiefs in Frankfurt in 2023. The Dolphins came up short 21-14 in that game, despite a late rally, dropping their international record to an uninspiring 1-6.
The good news? Miami will get another shot in a new locale – they’re slated to host a game in Madrid, Spain in 2025, giving Tua and company a chance to turn their international luck around on a Spanish stage.
New England Patriots (5 games): The Patriots have been frequent flyers, with five international games so far.
They’re one of the few teams to have played in both London and Mexico City.
Pats fans might recall London in 2009 when Tom Brady and Co. dismantled the Buccaneers 35-7 at Wembley.
But perhaps the most memorable was a 2017 trip to Mexico City’s Estadio Azteca. In the thin air at 7,200 feet, Brady put on a show, throwing for 339 yards in a 33-8 rout of the Raiders.
New England’s foray to Germany in 2023 was less joyful – a sluggish 10-6 loss to the Colts in Frankfurt.
Overall, the Patriots hold a winning record abroad (they’re 3-2 in international play through 2024 ).
And don’t worry, Pats fans: no new passport stamps are scheduled for 2025, so you can reminisce about that Mexico City fiesta a little longer.
New York Jets (4 games): The Jets’ international history has been a mix of North and South (of the border) and a bit of across the pond.
New York played in the second-ever Toronto Series game in 2009, beating Buffalo 19-13 in front of a Canadian crowd.
Their London debut came in 2015 when they shut down the Dolphins 27-14 at Wembley in a game that had Jets fans chanting “J-E-T-S” in the UK.
After a 2021 loss in London to Atlanta, Gang Green found itself back in the U.K. in 2024 with much more fanfare: newly acquired Aaron Rodgers led the Jets into Tottenham Hotspur Stadium to face the Vikings. The Jets were this close to a comeback but fell 23-17, as Rodgers & Co. couldn’t quite overcome a 17-point deficit.
Through 2024, the Jets are 1-3 overseas. However, they won’t have to wait long for another shot – the Jets are slated to host a game in London in 2025 at Tottenham. Perhaps the third time will be the charm at Spurs’ shiny stadium, and Jets fans can finally experience a London win (fish and chips in hand).
AFC North: Ravens and Bengals Abroad Twice, Steelers & Browns One and Done (For Now)
Baltimore Ravens (2 games): The Ravens haven’t been frequent travelers – just two London games – but one of them was downright forgettable (unless you’re a Jaguars fan).
In 2017, Baltimore was on the wrong end of a 44-7 demolition by Jacksonville at Wembley, a game where the Ravens looked jet-lagged and lost from the start. Joe Flacco was picked off twice and pulled from that game, marking Baltimore’s worst defeat in an international match (and a warning to teams that the Jags are dangerous at their home-away-from-home).
The Ravens did bounce back in their second trip: a 24-16 win over Tennessee at Tottenham in 2023, powered by a strong defensive showing.
With a 1-1 record overseas, Baltimore doesn’t have any trips booked for 2025, but given the team’s U.K. fanbase (thanks in part to London-born Osi Umenyiora’s popularity during his brief Raven stint), another visit might be on the horizon soon.
Cincinnati Bengals (2 games): The Bengals have also played two international games, both in the U.K., and both were odd in their own way.
In 2016, Cincinnati met Washington in London and the game ended in a 27-27 tie – yes, a tie, the only one in international series history. Wembley Stadium witnessed missed field goals and miscues as neither team could finish the job in overtime, leaving fans on both sides a bit perplexed by the NFL’s draw rules.
The Bengals returned in 2019 to face the Rams and, while they didn’t tie, they did fall 24-10 at Wembley in a game remembered for Andy Dalton’s last start before being benched.
Cincinnati is 0-1-1 overseas, a record as peculiar as that London tie.
Bengals faithful can look forward to 2025 when Cincy is rumored to head to Spain – the Dolphins’ 2025 Madrid game needs an opponent, after all. Perhaps Ja’Marr Chase will be doing the Griddy in the Bernabéu?
Pittsburgh Steelers (1 game): It’s hard to believe, but the proud Pittsburgh Steelers have played only one international game to date. The lone voyage came in 2013 at Wembley Stadium, and it wasn’t a happy one – the Steelers lost 34-27 to the Minnesota Vikings in a game that saw Ben Roethlisberger’s comeback attempt fall short.
Pittsburgh started 0-4 that season, and that London loss was part of the early misery. Steeler Nation did turn out in force, though, waving Terrible Towels at Wembley.
After that, the NFL’s schedule rotation and Pittsburgh’s reluctance to give up a home date kept the Steelers stateside for a decade. That changes soon: Pittsburgh will finally get a second passport stamp in 2025, heading to Dublin, Ireland as the designated home team. Irish fans are famously bonkers about the Steelers (thanks to the legacy of the Rooney family), so expect Croke Park to feel like a home game when the black and gold arrive on the Emerald Isle.
Cleveland Browns (1 game): The Browns join their division rival as another team with just a single international outing.
Cleveland’s lone excursion was in 2017, a Week 8 matchup against the Vikings in London. The Browns were deep in a winless season, and not even crossing the Atlantic could change their fortunes – they fell 33-16 to Minnesota at Twickenham Stadium. (Yes, that was the year Cleveland went 0-16, with Loss #8 coming in jolly old England.) The highlight for Browns fans might’ve been seeing the legendary Joe Thomas play his final snaps before an injury, even if the rest of the game was forgettable.
But brighter days are ahead: the Browns will be back in London in 2025, this time as a home team at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. With a new era of Cleveland football emerging, fans are hopeful that the next U.K. trip ends with a W and perhaps a few pints to celebrate.
AFC South: Jaguars Own the Passport Crown, Colts/Texans/Titans Taste Europe
Jacksonville Jaguars (13 games): If there’s an NFL team that can be called the Kings of London, it’s the Jaguars. Jacksonville has played 13 international games through 2024 – the most in the NFL by a wide margin. That experience is something that the best NFL handicappers consider when deciding if either team has an edge in the international games.
For over a decade, the Jags have almost been an adopted home team in the U.K., with annual games at Wembley or Tottenham. They even made history in 2023 by becoming the first team to play back-to-back games overseas in one season, winning in Wembley one week and playing again in London the next.
The Jags’ adventures abroad have seen it all: blowout victories, like a 44-7 thrashing of Baltimore in 2017 that had Wembley buzzing, and tough losses, like a 35-16 rout at the hands of the Bears in 2024 at Tottenham. Through 2024, Jacksonville is 7-6 in those games – fittingly up and down for a franchise that’s had its share of highs and lows.
One thing is certain: the Jags have built a UK fanbase to the point that Londoners might know the Duval chant. And there’s more to come – Jacksonville is already slated for another London game in 2025 (Wembley Stadium once again).
For a team eyeing consistent contention, these international trips are no vacation – but they’ve put the Jags squarely on the global NFL map.
Indianapolis Colts (2 games): The Colts have been abroad twice and quietly notched a 2-0 record in those games.
In 2016, Indy beat Jacksonville 30-27 at Wembley in a thriller that came down to a last-minute defensive stand.
Fast forward to 2023, and the Horseshoe was in Germany, grinding out a sloppy 10-6 victory over New England in Frankfurt. No style points in that one, but a win’s a win – and it kept Indy perfect overseas.
The Colts seem to handle travel well, and they’ll get another test in 2025 when they’re ticketed for Berlin, Germany as hosts. Germany has become a hot new frontier for the NFL, and Indianapolis will look to keep its international winning streak alive in the shadow of the Olympiastadion.
Houston Texans (2 games): The Texans have two international games under their belt, with one particularly notable trip. In 2016, Houston played the Oakland Raiders on Monday Night Football in Mexico City – a game remembered for its raucous 76,000-strong crowd at Estadio Azteca (laser pointers and all). The Texans came up short, 27-20, in that high-altitude duel, but it was a landmark moment as one of the first MNF games outside the U.S.
Houston’s other outing was in London in 2019, where Deshaun Watson and the Texans dominated the Jaguars 26-3 at Wembley. That win in London means the Texans are 1-1 abroad.
No trips are scheduled for Houston in 2025, so H-Town’s next international appearance will have to wait – but fans still talk about that Mexico City night where the atmosphere was as electric as a Texas Friday night lights game.
Tennessee Titans (2 games): The Titans have also seen foreign soil twice. Their first journey was a heartbreaker: London 2018, when Tennessee scored a touchdown as time expired against the Chargers, opted to go for a gutsy two-point conversion to win – and fell just short, losing 20-19. That aggressive call by coach Mike Vrabel became a big talking point (some loved the gamble, others thought the Titans should have kicked the PAT for overtime).
In 2023, Tennessee returned to London, this time facing Baltimore at Tottenham. Despite a strong start by Derrick Henry, the Titans couldn’t keep pace and lost 24-16.
At 0-2 internationally, the Titans are still seeking that first win abroad. There’s no game scheduled for 2025, so it might be a while before Nashville’s team attempts another overseas Music City Miracle.
AFC West: Chiefs Kingdom Expands, Raiders Go Global Early, Broncos & Bolts Abroad
Kansas City Chiefs (3 games): The reigning Chiefs have made a habit of showing off for international fans in recent years. Kansas City is 3-0 outside the U.S. so far, and each game had its own flavor.
In 2015, well before the Mahomes era, the Chiefs stomped the Lions 45-10 at Wembley – a game that gave London fans a taste of Andy Reid’s high-flying offense (and maybe a preview of bigger things to come).
In 2019, the Chiefs dueled the Chargers in Mexico City, winning 24-17 on a Monday night at Azteca amid atmospheric conditions that left players gasping for air.
But perhaps the highlight was 2023 in Frankfurt, Germany, where Patrick Mahomes and Tyreek Hill’s former team faced off against Tyreek’s new team, the Dolphins. The Chiefs prevailed 21-14 in front of a sellout German crowd, with Munich and Frankfurt fans serenading the NFL with songs and cheers. That victory kept KC unbeaten overseas and may have felt like a home game given Chiefs Kingdom’s presence.
Looking ahead, Kansas City isn’t officially on the 2025 travel slate (yet), but with the NFL’s eyes on expanding to Spain and beyond, don’t be surprised if Mahomes and the Chiefs take their show to another international venue soon.
Las Vegas Raiders (5 games): The Raiders have been global nomads for years – fitting for a franchise that’s moved from Oakland to L.A. to Vegas. Through all that, they’ve racked up five international games.
Their first taste came way back in 2014 when they “hosted” the Dolphins in London (a 38-14 loss that unfortunately cost coach Dennis Allen his job).
The Silver and Black returned to the U.K. multiple times, including a 2018 win over the Seahawks at Wembley, and a victorious trip to Tottenham in 2019 where they edged the Bears 24-21.
The Raiders have also twice played in Mexico City. In 2016, they thrilled a massive crowd by beating Houston on Monday night, and in 2017 they ran into the Patriots buzzsaw in a 33-8 loss at Azteca.
Overall, the Raiders are 2-3 in international games, but their willingness to travel has made them a fan favorite abroad. Raider Nation banners and face paint pop up wherever they go – from the U.K.’s pubs to Mexico’s plazas.
No trips are on deck for 2025, so the Raiders will regroup stateside. But given their history, they’ll likely volunteer for the next international adventure (have a passport, will travel, just win baby!).
Los Angeles Chargers (3 games): The Bolts have quietly built a solid international resume, with three games outside the U.S. so far.
The Chargers’ first trip was notable – the historic 2008 game at Wembley where New Orleans and San Diego combined for an offensive shootout (the Saints won 37-32). Fun fact: that game was so early in the International Series that the Wembley turf was a muddy mess, yet Philip Rivers and Drew Brees lit it up anyway.
In 2018, the Chargers returned to London and beat the Titans 20-19 in a nail-biter that came down to that failed Tennessee two-point try – a win that helped springboard the Chargers to a playoff season.
The third trip was south of the border in 2019, where L.A. couldn’t quite topple the Chiefs in Mexico City, losing 24-17. Through those games, the Chargers went 1-2 internationally.
Now, with Justin Herbert at the helm, the Bolts are set to add another stamp: the Chargers will play in São Paulo, Brazil in 2025. It will be the NFL’s second-ever game in Brazil (after the 2024 debut there), and the first time Charger powder blue lights up a South American stadium.
Denver Broncos (2 games): The Broncos have crossed the pond twice.
Back in 2010, Denver played San Francisco at London’s Wembley Stadium in what became a forgettable loss during a forgettable season (the 49ers won 24-16, and Denver soon parted ways with coach Josh McDaniels).
The brighter memory came in 2022 when the Broncos and their new QB Russell Wilson traveled to Wembley. Denver faced Jacksonville in a tense game and pulled out a 21-17 victory. That win snapped a four-game losing streak and gave the Broncos a bit of swagger on the flight home. Denver sits 1-1 in international play.
They aren’t scheduled for any trips in 2025, but Broncos Country is known to show up anywhere – even in London, a few “Mile High Salute” celebrations were seen in the stands.
NFC East: Giants Lead the Way, Cowboys & Eagles Dip Toes, Washington’s Weird Tie
New York Giants (4 games): The G-Men have a special place in international history. New York played in the very first regular-season game overseas in modern NFL history – a 2007 London game at Wembley that started it all (technically, Mexico City 2005 was the first outside the U.S., but the Giants-Dolphins game was the inaugural London affair). In a waterlogged defensive battle, Big Blue prevailed 13-10 and went on to use that momentum to win a Super Bowl later that season.
The Giants clearly got a taste for travel: they returned to London in 2016, beating the Rams at Twickenham Stadium, and again in 2022, when they upset the Packers 27-22 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. That 2022 win was especially sweet – Green Bay was favored, and the Giants rallied from a 14-point deficit, stunning a pro-Packers crowd (one of the biggest upsets in London to date).
New York’s only hiccup abroad came in 2024 in a new locale: the Giants traveled to Munich, Germany to face Carolina, but lost 20-17 in overtime on a field goal. That thriller in Bavaria was the Giants’ first international loss, dropping their overall record to 3-1 outside the U.S.
Through 2024, the Giants have been one of the most frequent (and successful) overseas teams. No game is set for 2025, but given their history – and a fanbase that travels well – you can bet the Giants will be headlining another international matchup soon.
Dallas Cowboys (1 game): “America’s Team” has surprisingly only played one game abroad – but the Cowboys made it count. Dallas took on the Jaguars in London in 2014, bringing its star power (and a huge contingent of UK Cowboys fans) to Wembley. The Boys didn’t disappoint: Dallas routed Jacksonville 31-17 behind a big day from Tony Romo. That game is remembered for Dez Bryant scoring twice and Cowboys fans essentially turning Wembley into AT&T Stadium East.
Since then, however, Dallas has stayed home during international series rotations, much to the chagrin of its global fanbase. The Cowboys’ lone appearance means they’re a pristine 1-0 overseas.
There’s no official word on a 2025 trip, but you know the league would love a Cowboys game in one of the new international sites. For now, Dallas holds the distinction of being undefeated internationally – in true Texas style, they came, they saw, they conquered, and went home.
Philadelphia Eagles (2 games): The Eagles have recently joined the international party in a big way. Philly’s first foray was a 2018 London game where they edged the Jaguars 24-18 – a game remembered for a clutch late interception by Eagles safety Avonte Maddox to seal the win.
It took a few years, but the Eagles next went abroad in 2024 for a landmark game in Brazil, the NFL’s first-ever regular-season contest in South America. In São Paulo, the Eagles faced the Packers in the 2024 season opener. Philadelphia triumphed 34-29 in a Friday night shootout that saw newly acquired running back Saquon Barkley score three touchdowns to electrify the Brazilian crowd. That win not only kept the Eagles perfect abroad (2-0) but also made them the answer to a trivia question: which teams played in Brazil’s first NFL game.
The Eagles don’t have a 2025 international game announced, but after tasting global success, Philly might be flying back over an ocean soon enough – perhaps to the German market, where Eagles fandom has grown thanks to a popular ex-player (Markus Kuhn) and their 2022 playoff run being a hit on German TV.
Washington Commanders (2 games): Washington’s international journey has been, in a word, unique. They’ve played two games abroad – one in Canada and one in London – and neither as the “Commanders” (the team was known simply as Washington or by its old nickname at the time).
The first was a 2008 trip to Toronto against Buffalo, which resulted in a forgettable 16-7 preseason loss (not counting here) – but the regular-season matchup came in 2011 when Washington got blanked 23-0 by the Bills in Toronto. That one still stings, as it was a rare mid-season shutout.
Washington’s second outing was the infamous London tie in 2016 versus Cincinnati, mentioned earlier. Kicker Dustin Hopkins missed a game-winning field goal in OT, and Washington settled for a 27-27 stalemate. A tie might feel like “kissing your sister,” but at least it wasn’t a loss – and it left Washington with an unusual international record of 0-1-1.
The Commanders haven’t been back overseas since the rebrand. However, interestingly, the franchise has new ownership keen on expanding the brand, and they recently got NFL marketing rights for France. Could a Paris game be in Washington’s future? For now, Washington’s global story is a shutout and a tie – nowhere to go but up (and hopefully, far away from any more kicker nightmares).
NFC North: Vikings Unbeaten Abroad, Packers Finally Join In, Bears & Lions in the Mix
Minnesota Vikings (4 games): If any team has enjoyed the international stage, it’s the Vikings. Minnesota boasts a perfect 4-0 record in overseas games, earning them a reputation as true globetrotters.
It started in 2013 when the Vikes, led by Adrian Peterson, held off Pittsburgh 34-27 at Wembley in a game that saw big Ben Roethlisberger sacked in the final seconds to seal the win.
The Vikings returned in 2017, this time to Twickenham, and beat the Browns 33-16 (a game notable for being a springboard to their 13-3 season).
In 2022, Minnesota played a thriller against the Saints in London’s Tottenham stadium – a back-and-forth contest famous for a double-doink missed field goal by New Orleans that preserved a 28-25 Vikings win.
And most recently, in 2024 the Vikings flew to London again and beat the Aaron Rodgers-led Jets 23-17 at Tottenham, improving to 4-0 overseas.
Vikings fans have traveled well, decking out foreign stadiums in purple, and the team has rewarded them every time.
No game is on tap for 2025, but given Minnesota’s flawless record abroad, perhaps they should volunteer – the Vikings seem to have cracked the code for winning on the road, a really long road.
Green Bay Packers (2 games): For decades, the Packers were the only NFL team that had never played outside the U.S. (their cold-weather Lambeau mystique stayed home).
That changed in 2022 when Green Bay finally made its London debut – and the UK fans greeted them in droves, turning out en masse at Tottenham in a sea of green and gold. The game itself, however, didn’t go as planned: the Packers blew a 20-10 halftime lead and lost to the Giants 27-22, to the shock of Cheeseheads who had made the trip. Aaron Rodgers and company were stung by that upset, marking a sour first international outing.
In 2024, Green Bay got another chance, this time in a groundbreaking setting: the NFL opener in São Paulo, Brazil. Jordan Love started strong against Philadelphia, but the Eagles ultimately won 34-29 in a shootout. The Brazilian crowd saw the Packers come up just short and unfortunately saw Love exit late with an injury.
So Green Bay is now 0-2 abroad – a far cry from their dominance at Lambeau. Still, Packers fans made each trip memorable (from singing “Go Pack Go” at pubs by the Thames to enjoying Brazilian churrasco in South America).
The Packers don’t have an international game scheduled for 2025, but after tasting the travel bug, don’t be surprised if Green Bay is back overseas soon, aiming to get that first international win and show the world some Lambeau Leap magic.
Chicago Bears (4 games): The Monsters of the Midway have roamed beyond midways, playing four international games to date.
The Bears’ first was the second-ever London game in 2011, where they beat Tampa Bay 24-18 at Wembley – a game remembered for Matt Forté’s 145 rushing yards slicing through the Bucs in front of a packed house. Chicago also played twice in the Bills’ Toronto series, winning in 2010 and losing in 2008 (fun fact: the 2008 loss to Buffalo was the first NFL regular-season game in Canada, and it came down to a Bears missed field goal in the final seconds).
Jump to 2019, and the Bears flew to London as favorites against the Raiders, only to be upset 24-21 at Tottenham in a game where Khalil Mack faced his old team and the Raiders ran wild.
Fast forward to 2024, and Chicago took part in another milestone – playing the Jaguars in the first NFL game at Tottenham with a retractable field (soccer on Saturday, NFL on Sunday). Rookie phenom Caleb Williams (yes, the Bears had him by 2024) threw four touchdown passes in a 35-16 rout of Jacksonville, marking the Bears’ biggest offensive output abroad. With that win, Chicago improved to 3-1 in international games.
While no trip is set for 2025, the Bears have emerged as an international fan favorite (helped by their multiple UK appearances). And if that young quarterback pans out, Chicago might soon be headlining marquee international matchups for years to come.
Detroit Lions (2 games): The Lions have made two trips across the Atlantic. In 2014, Detroit played in one of London’s most dramatic games, a 22-21 victory over the Falcons at Wembley. That game is etched in Lions lore: Detroit trailed 21-0 at halftime, but Matthew Stafford led a furious comeback. The ending was wild – the Lions lined up for a game-winning field goal, missed, but a delay-of-game penalty nullified the play. Given a second chance five yards further back, Matt Prater nailed a 48-yard field goal as time expired, completing the comeback. Talk about the Lions’ luck actually turning out positive!
Detroit’s second international game was less thrilling: a 45-10 loss to Kansas City in 2015 at Wembley, during a season of transition (that game got the GM fired the next day). So the Lions sit 1-1 overseas.
What’s on the horizon? The Lions have expressed interest in new markets (the team has marketing rights in Brazil now), so don’t be surprised if the rising Lions end up in the 2025 or 2026 international slate. Imagine Detroit playing in Rio or São Paulo – the roar of the Lions could sound in South America soon.
NFC South: Buccaneers Sail to New Shores, Falcons Flock Often, Saints & Panthers Join the Fun
Tampa Bay Buccaneers (4 games): The Bucs have been trailblazers internationally, with four games abroad and some landmark moments.
Tampa Bay played (and lost) in the first London game featuring two winning-record teams in 2009, falling to the Patriots 35-7 as part of New England’s Wembley showcase.
They returned in 2011 to face the Bears but came up short again. The big breakthrough came in 2019 when the Bucs faced the Panthers in London; Jameis Winston had a rough day with five interceptions, and Tampa fell 37-26 despite a spirited effort.
But the crowning achievement was Munich 2022: the Buccaneers were chosen to play in the NFL’s first-ever game in Germany, and with Tom Brady at QB, they delivered a win. Tampa beat Seattle 21-16 at Allianz Arena in front of a jubilant German crowd. Brady looked rejuvenated, Leonard Fournette even threw a wild interception on a trick play, and the 2022 Bucs earned a bit of redemption in what would be Brady’s final season. The images of German fans singing “Country Roads” in unison while Brady led a game-winning drive will forever be part of NFL lore. That victory in Munich snapped the Bucs’ three-game international losing streak and gave them a 1-3 record overseas.
Tampa doesn’t have a trip set for 2025, but given their willingness to travel (and global fan draw thanks to TB12’s aura), don’t count out another Bucs stamp on the passport soon – maybe even a return to Germany, where they’re already beloved.
Atlanta Falcons (4 games): The Falcons have also tallied four international games, with a bit of a checkered history. Atlanta’s first taste of international play was that aforementioned 2014 London game against Detroit, where they blew a 21-0 lead and lost on the final play. Ouch.
In 2013, the Falcons ventured to Toronto to play the Bills, where they won an overtime thriller 34-31, giving Matt Ryan and the Dirty Birds a nice win north of the border.
In 2021, a rebuilding Falcons team beat the Jets 27-20 at Tottenham, powered by a breakout game from rookie tight end Kyle Pitts.
And in 2023, Atlanta was back in London but got smothered by Jacksonville 23-7 at Wembley in a game where their offense never left the tarmac (though Bijan Robinson’s slick runs gave the UK crowd a show).
That leaves the Falcons 2-2 in international play.
Atlanta doesn’t have a scheduled 2025 game abroad, but with their young stars and an owner in Arthur Blank who’s pro-expansion, keep an eye out – the Falcons could well be in line for a trip to Germany or elsewhere soon enough, ready to rise up on a global stage.
New Orleans Saints (3 games): The Saints have made three international appearances, all in London, and have developed a bit of a fondness for the UK (maybe it’s the beignets and crumpets combination). New Orleans is 2-1 in those games.
Their first was a memorable 2008 shootout at Wembley where Drew Brees outdueled Philip Rivers and the Saints beat the Chargers 37-32 – this was the famous “home” game where Saints owner Tom Benson danced with an umbrella on the sideline as if in a Mardi Gras parade, delighting London fans.
In 2017, the Saints defense pitched a 20-0 shutout against the Dolphins at Wembley, marking one of the few shutouts in international series history (and sending the “Who Dat” chant echoing through the stands). The only blemish came in 2022 when New Orleans lost a heartbreaker 28-25 to Minnesota at Tottenham – that was the game of the double doink, where a last-second 61-yard field goal attempt by Wil Lutz hit both the upright and crossbar but didn’t go through. It was a tough ending, but the Saints still left London with plenty of new fans and a respectable overseas track record.
No Saints games are booked for 2025 yet, but with New Orleans holding international marketing rights in places like France, a future game in Paris would be très bon. For now, the Saints can say they’ve enjoyed their time on the road.
Carolina Panthers (2 games): Carolina was a bit late to the international party, but they’re making up for lost time. The Panthers’ first trip was a big one: a 2019 clash with division rival Tampa Bay at Tottenham. Christian McCaffrey put on a show (as he often does), and the Panthers won 37-26, giving Kyle Allen (stepping in for Cam Newton) a win in front of the London crowd. That game is remembered for CMC’s highlight-reel leap into the end zone and a London crowd that adopted the Panthers for a day (perhaps in part because Efe Obada, a London native, was playing for Carolina).
Fast forward to 2024, and Carolina got to break new ground: the Panthers faced the Giants in Munich, Germany, marking Carolina’s first game in Europe outside London. In a tightly fought contest at Allianz Arena, the Panthers emerged victorious 20-17 in overtime, thanks to Eddy Piñeiro’s 36-yard field goal. It was Carolina’s first overtime game overseas and a testament to their resilience (also, a nifty footnote: the win gave the Panthers a rare winning streak during a tough season).
With that, Carolina improved to 2-0 in international play – one of the few unbeaten teams abroad. The Panthers don’t have a trip on the 2025 docket, but at this rate, they might volunteer for more. After all, keep winning overseas and you build a brand – and the Panthers brand, from London to Munich, is on the rise.
NFC West: Rams and 49ers Lead the Way, Cardinals in the Mix, Seahawks Soar in First Germany Game
Los Angeles Rams (4 games): The Rams have been globetrotters for a while – spanning their St. Louis days to Los Angeles, they’ve played four international games. They helped christen a new UK venue in 2016, hosting the Giants in the first NFL game at London’s Twickenham Stadium (a historic rugby venue). Though the Rams lost that day 17-10, they bounced back in 2017 with a 33-0 shutout of Arizona at Twickenham – a game notable for being Adrian Peterson’s brief Cardinals cameo and a dominant Rams defensive performance.
In 2012, the then-St. Louis Rams played the Patriots at Wembley but were outclassed by Brady (no shame there). Come 2019, the now-LA Rams took on the Bengals at Wembley and won 24-10, with Cooper Kupp lighting up the secondary for 220 yards – a record for a London game. That win also marked the Rams’ last international trip to date.
Sitting at 2-2 abroad, the Rams have had a pretty good run, highlighted by that big shutout win. Looking ahead, the Rams are set to go international again in 2025, but in a different capacity: they’re pegged to play a 2026 game in Australia. Yes, mate – the NFL announced the Rams will feature in the first-ever game in Melbourne in 2026. So while that’s a year beyond our scope, it shows the Rams continue to be pioneers in spreading NFL football to new corners of the world.
San Francisco 49ers (4 games): The 49ers have the distinction of playing in the NFL’s first international regular-season game of the modern era – and they made it count.
In 2005, San Francisco took on Arizona in front of 103,000 fans at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City, the first NFL game outside the U.S. that counted. Though the Niners lost 31-14, the spectacle kicked off the league’s international ambitions.
Since then, the Niners have been a part of three more overseas games. They beat Denver in London in 2010 at Wembley (in a game famous for Troy Smith starting at QB and sparking a 49ers rally). In 2013, the Niners routed Jacksonville 42-10 at Wembley, with Colin Kaepernick running and throwing for multiple scores. Most recently, San Francisco returned to Mexico City in 2022 and got revenge for that 2005 loss – the Niners dominated the Cardinals 38-10 on Monday Night Football. That evening in Mexico was essentially a home game for the 49ers; the crowd was heavily red and gold, and they roared with each of the four Jimmy Garoppolo touchdown passes.
Through 2024, the 49ers are 2-2 in international games. No trips are officially on deck for 2025 but given the Niners’ broad fanbase, it’s only a matter of time before San Francisco is back showcasing that West Coast offense on an international stage – perhaps next time in front of fans in Europe or even South America again.
Arizona Cardinals (3 games): The Cardinals have a unique international legacy: they were one of the two teams in that 2005 Mexico City opener, beating the 49ers 31-14 in front of a raucous record crowd. That win not only gave Arizona bragging rights as winners of the first international NFL game but also treated their large Mexican fan contingent (Arizona is the closest team to Mexico geographically) to a big night.
The Cards later flew to London in 2017, but it was a rough trip – they were shut out 33-0 by the Rams at Twickenham, losing Carson Palmer to injury in the process. Arizona’s most recent venture abroad was a return to Mexico City in 2022, facing the 49ers on Monday night. This time the roles reversed from 2005: the Cardinals were on the wrong end of a 38-10 thrashing, with backup Colt McCoy at QB struggling against a fierce 49ers defense.
That leaves the Cardinals 1-2 in international play.
Looking forward, Arizona has a strong connection to Mexico (even holding some team training camps and fan fests there), so they could be back in Azteca or perhaps the new Spain/Germany venues soon. For now, Cardinals fans can hold onto that historic 2005 victory – a pioneering moment when Arizona helped usher in the NFL’s global era.
Seattle Seahawks (3 games): The Seahawks might not have as many trips as some, but they made theirs count in terms of significance.
Seattle’s first international game was in Toronto in 2012 – and boy, did they put on a show. The Seahawks demolished Buffalo 50-17, with Russell Wilson accounting for four total TDs (including three rushing). That game is remembered for Seattle’s then-coach Pete Carroll playfully apologizing for running up the score after calling a late fake punt while leading big.
The Seahawks’ second trip was to London in 2018, where they comfortably beat the Raiders 27-3 at Wembley, fueled by a strong defensive outing (six sacks on Derek Carr) and a classic UK rain shower that didn’t bother Seattle one bit.
The third – and most groundbreaking – was Munich 2022, the first NFL game in Germany. Seattle had the honor of facing Tom Brady’s Bucs in that historic matchup. Though the Seahawks lost 21-16, the game was tightly contested and saw Geno Smith rally the team in the fourth quarter. More than the result, it was the atmosphere in Allianz Arena that stuck with Seattle players: the crowd singing American classics, the sensation of being part of NFL history overseas. The typically loud 12th Man of Seattle met the equally passionate German fans, creating mutual respect.
At 2-1 in international play, the Seahawks have represented well. There’s no official Seattle game abroad in 2025, but given how well the franchise was received in Germany, one suspects the Seahawks will fly across the Atlantic again soon – perhaps for a shot at revenge in Berlin or another UK appearance to turn that record to 3-1.
The NFL’s international journey has transformed from a curiosity into a core part of the league’s identity. Through the 2024 season, a total of 55 regular-season NFL games have been played around the world, with each of the 32 teams now having taken the field outside American borders.
From the Jacksonville Jaguars treating London as a home away from home to the Green Bay Packers finally grandly joining the club in 2022, every franchise has added its own chapter to this global story. We’ve seen raucous crowds in Mexico City set attendance records, witnessed thrilling finishes at Wembley and Tottenham (yes, Atlanta, that 21-0 blown lead is hard to forget), and even heard fans in Germany belting out John Denver tunes as Tom Brady took a knee in victory.
And the journey is far from over. The 2025 season is already set to expand the horizon with games in Spain (Madrid), Germany (Berlin), Ireland (Dublin), Brazil (returning to São Paulo), and multiple London fixtures. That means new milestones and memories are on the way – like the Steelers and Jaguars taking NFL rivalries to Croke Park and Wembley, and the Dolphins looking to make a splash in Madrid.
For sports bettors and fans alike, these international games offer unique variables – travel, time zones, home-field quirks – and have produced upsets as well as trend-bucking performances. (Who would’ve guessed the underdog Giants would rally past the Packers in London, or that the usually high-flying Chiefs and Dolphins would combine for just 28 points in Frankfurt?) The unpredictable nature of these games is part of what makes them a favorite of adventurous bettors seeking an edge in the unfamiliar, and a thrilling experience for fans setting alarms for early morning kickoffs.
As the NFL continues its global march, one thing is clear: every team’s journey abroad adds a fresh twist to its history. Whether you’re a die-hard fan tracking your team’s overseas record or a bettor looking for that international angle, the expanding slate of global games has something for everyone.
So here’s to the next chapter – new countries, new fans, and plenty more stories as the NFL brings American football to the world. Touchdowns and tradition, now on a world tour. Safe travels, and see you next season – maybe in London, maybe in Las Vegas, or maybe in a stadium somewhere on the other side of the globe.
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