NFL

The Houston Texans welcome the Baltimore Ravens for their home opener Sunday afternoon as the Texans search for their first win of the NFL season.

Lamar Jackson starts his campaign to repeat as NFL MVP when he leads the Baltimore Ravens against the Cleveland Browns, who are seeking redemption.

The Arizona Cardinals are hoping to keep hold of the final playoff spot in the NFC on Saturday when they welcome the San Francisco 49ers in a critical NFC West battle.

The Los Angeles Rams open their new stadium without fans in primetime against the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday Night Football at 8:20 p.m.

Tom Brady’s first game with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers comes in New Orleans against Drew Brees and the New Orleans Saints on Sunday at 4:25 p.m.

A new era begins as the New England Patriots play their first game in two decades without Tom Brady on Sunday at 1 p.m. against the Miami Dolphins.

The NFL season kicks off September 10 with the defending Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs hosting the Houston Texans at 8:20 p.m.