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NFL International Games 2026 Confirmed: Full Schedule Announced and Packages Now Live

You can put down the pen. The NFL has made it official: the 2026 International Series is set, and for anyone who likes to see live football on the oth...

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When the 2026 NFL International Series Schedule Is Released

The NFL usually releases its full fixture list in mid-May each year. For 2026, the most likely window sits between 13 and 15 May. This is when everyth...

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NFL Jersey Numbers Explained: What They Mean and Why They Matte

If you’ve ever sat down to watch an NFL game and thought, “Why is that player wearing that number?”, you’re not the only one. In football, shirt numbe...

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When Is the NFL Schedule Released? Everything You Need to Know

If you follow the NFL, a few dates shape your year. The Super Bowl. The Draft. Then there’s the schedule release. This is when the season starts to fe...

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What Is the Pro Bowl? A Complete Guide for NFL Fans

If you follow the NFL, you’ve probably heard someone described as “a Pro Bowler.” It’s a genuine compliment and a simple way of saying a player is amo...

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A packed night-time crowd at LSU’s Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, with fans dressed in purple and gold. The marching band performs a pre-game formation spelling “LSU” on the brightly lit field, surrounded by a sea of cheering spectators.

Why College Football Is Booming in the UK – From Dublin to the Union Jack Classic

Regarding the rise of American football in the UK, it’s all been about the NFL. Coming rushing over from the States, the sport has been making w...

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Wide view of Hard Rock Stadium during a Miami Dolphins NFL game, with fans filling the stands and clear skies visible through the open roof.

Understanding How the NFL Leagues are Structured

If you’re new to American football, the NFL can seem like a tangle of teams, strange rules, and endless stats. But once you get the hang of how ...

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How Do the NFL Playoffs Work?

The NFL Playoffs are one of the most exciting times in American sport, a knockout journey that ends with the Super Bowl, the biggest sporting event on...

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Portrait of Michael McQuaid, NFL analyst and Touchdown Trips ambassador, set against a bold red and blue graphic background featuring faint images of American football players.

NFL 2025 Season Preview with Michael McQuaid: Lock-Ins, Sleepers & Red Flags

NFL 2025 Season Preview: The Teams to Watch, Sleeper Picks, and Red Flags The beauty of the NFL? No two seasons are ever the same. From worst-to-first...

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College Football Explained: The Complete Guide for New Fans

College Football Explained: The Complete Guide for New Fans College football might seem like a warm-up act for the NFL. But in the United States, it&#...

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Who are the most popular NFL teams in the UK: Rankings, Fan Growth & Key Changes

At Touchdown Trips, we’ve been keeping a close eye on how British fans are embracing the NFL. But when we recently crunched the latest data, even we w...

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Everything You Need to Know About the NFL International Series in Madrid, Berlin & Dublin

The NFL International Series is going big in 2025. For the first time, the league is heading to Madrid, Berlin, and Dublin in one season. If you’...

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A packed stadium during the Super Bowl LVIII with fans watching teams warm up on the field.

Why the Super Bowl is the Ultimate Bucket List Trip for Sports Fans

The Super Bowl isn’t just another game — it’s an all-out experience. It’s got drama, atmosphere, and energy you won’t find anywhere else. Whether you&...

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Top 10 NFL Stadiums Ranked by Capacity

NFL stadiums aren’t just where the games happen — they’re landmarks. Loud, towering, full of drama. Each one built to give fans a proper experience. S...

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Group of Miami Dolphins fans tailgating in a car park, dressed in team colours with food, drinks, and palm trees in the background.

What Is Tailgating – A Guide to Americas Best Pre-Game Tradition

Tailgating isn’t just about grabbing a bite before the game. It’s a full-blown event—part BBQ, part fan festival, all heart. Imagine stadium car parks...

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How does the NFL draft work?

The NFL Draft isn’t just a way to pick new players—it’s how teams build their future. Every spring, franchises get their shot at signing the best tale...

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Go (AFC) West!

With the addition of future Hall of Famer Russell Wilson to their ranks, the Denver Broncos have become a serious contender for what was already one o...

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2021 NFL Schedule – the Best Match-Ups

With the 2021 NFL Schedule release this Wednesday (12 May) at 8pm EST (so Thursday at 1am for all of us in the UK and Ireland), we’ll finall...

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Brady is a Buccaneer – Tampa Trip Time!

With Tom Brady’s imminent signing for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, we expect that Tampa will be a popular NFL destination in the 2020 season. Since it wa...

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Christmas NFL Breaks – Always a Good Decision

The NFL and Christmas go together like turkey and stuffing. Brightly lit cities and stadia, enthusiastic fans decked out in festive gear and some of t...

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Off-season opportunities – book a spring/summer NFL holiday!

With the Super Bowl bringing an end to another frenetic NFL season, the prospect of waiting until September for the next one to begin can be a little ...

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Go (AFC) West!

With the addition of future Hall of Famer Russell Wilson to their ranks, the Denver Broncos have become a serious contender for what was already one o...

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Why you have to go to Nashville – even if you’re not a Titans fan

We’re big about getting the most out of a football trip. You’re spending your hard earned money going to watch a sport you love. That’s why the place ...

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Road Trippin – 5 NFL cities you MUST visit

Away games. Hmmm. For a resident of these isles who may follow a UK soccer team, the phrase may conjure up images of early starts, crowded buses/train...

Read more

2021 NFL Schedule – the Best Match-Ups

With the 2021 NFL Schedule release this Wednesday (12 May) at 8pm EST (so Thursday at 1am for all of us in the UK and Ireland), we’ll finall...

Read more

Dallas and Fort Worth – unbelievable scenes!

Touchdown Trips recently had the pleasure of visiting the great state of Texas for a Cowboys game. But a trip to see Jerry’s boys in action shouldn’t ...

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Playoffs are here!

After 13 tough weeks of fantasy battles, the order is decided and the TDT Fantasy Playoffs are here! Having been the class of the league all season, A...

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Long Distance Loyalty: How UK NFL Fans Are Made

Sports fans the world over often have the same story when it comes to explaining support for their chosen team. Some grew up a hop, skip and jump from...

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EPL vs NFL: A question of support…

Happy to do a blog post for our friend NFLGirlUK. Let us know if you agree with Ben’s take on UK vs US game day experience… A question of support…

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Conversion of an Englishman to an NFL fan

I suppose my view of American Football was like a lot of my fellow Englishmen who have never really watched the game before; “A bunch of fat blokes ru...

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Sunday Worship – The Power of Gameday

Check us out in the latest issue of Blitz Magazine! Blitz is the only magazine that focuses on American football as a global game. Over a year in the ...

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So what’s this tailgating thing anyway?

Tailgating. To some, it means driving too close to the car in front. To others, it is the part of the pickup truck that drops down to load the bed. To...

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Are you ready for some football?

Yes it’s only May but the NFL 2016/17 schedule is out and it is time to make plans to fly over the pond to see your favourite NFL team compete on Amer...

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NFL International Games 2026 Confirmed: Full Schedule Announced and Packages Now Live

You can put down the pen. The NFL has made it official: the 2026 International Series is set, and for anyone who likes to see live football on the oth...

Read more

When the 2026 NFL International Series Schedule Is Released

The NFL usually releases its full fixture list in mid-May each year. For 2026, the most likely window sits between 13 and 15 May. This is when everyth...

Read more

NFL Jersey Numbers Explained: What They Mean and Why They Matte

If you’ve ever sat down to watch an NFL game and thought, “Why is that player wearing that number?”, you’re not the only one. In football, shirt numbe...

Read more

When Is the NFL Schedule Released? Everything You Need to Know

If you follow the NFL, a few dates shape your year. The Super Bowl. The Draft. Then there’s the schedule release. This is when the season starts to fe...

Read more

What Is the Pro Bowl? A Complete Guide for NFL Fans

If you follow the NFL, you’ve probably heard someone described as “a Pro Bowler.” It’s a genuine compliment and a simple way of saying a player is amo...

Read more

A packed night-time crowd at LSU’s Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, with fans dressed in purple and gold. The marching band performs a pre-game formation spelling “LSU” on the brightly lit field, surrounded by a sea of cheering spectators.

Why College Football Is Booming in the UK – From Dublin to the Union Jack Classic

Regarding the rise of American football in the UK, it’s all been about the NFL. Coming rushing over from the States, the sport has been making w...

Read more

Wide view of Hard Rock Stadium during a Miami Dolphins NFL game, with fans filling the stands and clear skies visible through the open roof.

Understanding How the NFL Leagues are Structured

If you’re new to American football, the NFL can seem like a tangle of teams, strange rules, and endless stats. But once you get the hang of how ...

Read more

How Do the NFL Playoffs Work?

The NFL Playoffs are one of the most exciting times in American sport, a knockout journey that ends with the Super Bowl, the biggest sporting event on...

Read more

Portrait of Michael McQuaid, NFL analyst and Touchdown Trips ambassador, set against a bold red and blue graphic background featuring faint images of American football players.

NFL 2025 Season Preview with Michael McQuaid: Lock-Ins, Sleepers & Red Flags

NFL 2025 Season Preview: The Teams to Watch, Sleeper Picks, and Red Flags The beauty of the NFL? No two seasons are ever the same. From worst-to-first...

Read more

College Football Explained: The Complete Guide for New Fans

College Football Explained: The Complete Guide for New Fans College football might seem like a warm-up act for the NFL. But in the United States, it&#...

Read more

Who are the most popular NFL teams in the UK: Rankings, Fan Growth & Key Changes

At Touchdown Trips, we’ve been keeping a close eye on how British fans are embracing the NFL. But when we recently crunched the latest data, even we w...

Read more

Everything You Need to Know About the NFL International Series in Madrid, Berlin & Dublin

The NFL International Series is going big in 2025. For the first time, the league is heading to Madrid, Berlin, and Dublin in one season. If you’...

Read more

A packed stadium during the Super Bowl LVIII with fans watching teams warm up on the field.

Why the Super Bowl is the Ultimate Bucket List Trip for Sports Fans

The Super Bowl isn’t just another game — it’s an all-out experience. It’s got drama, atmosphere, and energy you won’t find anywhere else. Whether you&...

Read more

Top 10 NFL Stadiums Ranked by Capacity

NFL stadiums aren’t just where the games happen — they’re landmarks. Loud, towering, full of drama. Each one built to give fans a proper experience. S...

Read more

Group of Miami Dolphins fans tailgating in a car park, dressed in team colours with food, drinks, and palm trees in the background.

What Is Tailgating – A Guide to Americas Best Pre-Game Tradition

Tailgating isn’t just about grabbing a bite before the game. It’s a full-blown event—part BBQ, part fan festival, all heart. Imagine stadium car parks...

Read more

How does the NFL draft work?

The NFL Draft isn’t just a way to pick new players—it’s how teams build their future. Every spring, franchises get their shot at signing the best tale...

Read more

Go (AFC) West!

With the addition of future Hall of Famer Russell Wilson to their ranks, the Denver Broncos have become a serious contender for what was already one o...

Read more

Christmas NFL Breaks – Always a Good Decision

The NFL and Christmas go together like turkey and stuffing. Brightly lit cities and stadia, enthusiastic fans decked out in festive gear and some of t...

Read more

Off-season opportunities – book a spring/summer NFL holiday!

With the Super Bowl bringing an end to another frenetic NFL season, the prospect of waiting until September for the next one to begin can be a little ...

Read more

Dallas and Fort Worth – unbelievable scenes!

Touchdown Trips recently had the pleasure of visiting the great state of Texas for a Cowboys game. But a trip to see Jerry’s boys in action shouldn’t ...

Read more

TDT Fantasy Update and Week 9 Preview

Now that week 8 is in the books and Paddi managed to pull off a win, I thought it appropriate to do a little wrap up so he knows the start of his come...

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Brady is a Buccaneer – Tampa Trip Time!

With Tom Brady’s imminent signing for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, we expect that Tampa will be a popular NFL destination in the 2020 season. Since it wa...

Read more

Dallas and Fort Worth – unbelievable scenes!

Touchdown Trips recently had the pleasure of visiting the great state of Texas for a Cowboys game. But a trip to see Jerry’s boys in action shouldn’t ...

Read more

Halloween N’Orleans Style!

Fun, Frights and Football – experience New Orleans at Halloween! A trip to the Big Easy over Halloween guarantees a mix of weird and wonderful as Bour...

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Road Trippin – 5 NFL cities you MUST visit

Away games. Hmmm. For a resident of these isles who may follow a UK soccer team, the phrase may conjure up images of early starts, crowded buses/train...

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Tailgating – local flavours and traditions complete gameday

There’s a reason why at Touchdown Trips we bang on about tailgating before an NFL game. Simply put, without one you’re not experiencing a true game da...

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Tailgating: The crucial ingredient to any American Football game

Adam Goldstein, author of “Tailgate to Heaven” and “The Tailgate Knight Rises”, fills us in on why you’ve GOT TO try tailgating for an authentic NFL e...

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So what’s this tailgating thing anyway?

Tailgating. To some, it means driving too close to the car in front. To others, it is the part of the pickup truck that drops down to load the bed. To...

Read more

Go (AFC) West!

With the addition of future Hall of Famer Russell Wilson to their ranks, the Denver Broncos have become a serious contender for what was already one o...

Read more

Brady is a Buccaneer – Tampa Trip Time!

With Tom Brady’s imminent signing for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, we expect that Tampa will be a popular NFL destination in the 2020 season. Since it wa...

Read more

Dallas and Fort Worth – unbelievable scenes!

Touchdown Trips recently had the pleasure of visiting the great state of Texas for a Cowboys game. But a trip to see Jerry’s boys in action shouldn’t ...

Read more

Why you have to go to Nashville – even if you’re not a Titans fan

We’re big about getting the most out of a football trip. You’re spending your hard earned money going to watch a sport you love. That’s why the place ...

Read more

NFL Training Camp – The Journey Starts Here

As July draws to a close and the days get just that little bit shorter, there is a buzz among NFL fans around the world. Across the USA, vast teams of...

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EPL vs NFL: A question of support…

Happy to do a blog post for our friend NFLGirlUK. Let us know if you agree with Ben’s take on UK vs US game day experience… A question of support…

Read more

Halloween N’Orleans Style!

Fun, Frights and Football – experience New Orleans at Halloween! A trip to the Big Easy over Halloween guarantees a mix of weird and wonderful as Bour...

Read more

Road Trippin – 5 NFL cities you MUST visit

Away games. Hmmm. For a resident of these isles who may follow a UK soccer team, the phrase may conjure up images of early starts, crowded buses/train...

Read more

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