Week 1 sets the tone. For China viewers the pain is always the same: ET kickoff converts to middle of the night, and legal streams are scattered.
2025 NFL Week 1 runs Thursday Sep 4 to Monday Sep 8. All times below are China Standard Time UTC+8. ET is UTC-4 in September, so add 12 hours.
💡 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Q: When is 2025 NFL Week 1 in China time?
- A: 2025 NFL Week 1 runs Thursday Sep 4 to Monday Sep 8. All kickoffs are listed in China Standard Time UTC+8.
- Q: How do I convert ET kickoff to China time?
- A: ET is UTC-4 in September. Add 12 hours to ET to get China Standard Time UTC+8.
- Q: Why are NFL games late at night in China?
- A: US evening ET kickoffs convert to early morning to midday China time, with prime time games often airing around 3 AM to 9 AM CST.