Linda Z. Shimizu

When Does The Nfl Trade Deadline Start In 2025. In the space below, we're highlighting all the key dates and events to watch out for as the league prepares for the 2025 season. The trading period for 2025 begins at 4:00 p.m.

Date, time for 2025 cutoff. Usually, trade deadline day is on the tuesday following week 8, but the nfl owners agreed to move deadline day back one week this year, meaning it will take place on the tuesday after week 9.