r/NFLNoobs 22h ago

cowboys tickets

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hi! can’t post this in the cowboys subreddit so wanted to ask here, when is ideally the best time to buy tickets for a game in general or more specifically a cowboys game? i’m planning on going to the home game vs commanders on september 22nd and as it stands rn the ticket prices seem to be stable as i’ve been checking every week but still kinda steep for nosebleeds. does anyone know if the prices will ever drop/is it worth waiting til the day of to buy tickets or might as well just buy them now? any tips appreciated, thank you!


r/NFLNoobs 2h ago

Predict every game 2026

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I am looking to predict every game of the season in 2026. Is there a website where I can make all of my predictions, it will keep track of team records, show me seeding, etc? I can't find exactly what I'm looking for. Thanks


r/NFLNoobs 11h ago

What was the context behind the Gruden trade to Tampa?

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Did Gruden want out? Was he surprised by the trade?

I wasn't an NFL fan back then, so all I know is that it happened, and then Gruden won a Superbowl with TB.

I hear about the trade all the time (as a chronically online NFL fan), but never why it happened.


r/NFLNoobs 7h ago

Roster cuts and draft status

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Why does draft status carry so much weight in roster cuts?

Let's say there are two players vying for the 6th wide receiver spot. One is a UDFA from this year (Jerry Potatoes) and one is a 3rd round pick from last year (Randy Lichen).

The UDFA, Jerry, has been impressive in camp and in all preseason games, including work with the first team offense. The 3rd rounder, Randy, had 3 targets in total last year, with no receptions, and has been less impressive and generally had a quiet camp. It's not the difference between a clear 1st-ballot hall of famer and perennial practice squad, but Jerry still seems to have performed better.

I keep hearing analysts saying Randy will make the team because he's a 3rd-round draft pick, as if that speaks for itself.

Assuming that there are no other factors (no behind the scenes stuff the public doesn't see, no big future financial obligations), why would Randy having been a draft pick make him more likely to make the team than Jerry? Don't teams want the best players on the field, above all else?

Is it mainly because the team doesn't want to appear to have been wrong about the draft pick? Or is there indeed some major financial obligation that would make it be prohibitively consequential to waive Randy rather than UDFA Jerry? Or are all the analysts just telling a story that isn't true?

I have seen draft picks waived (e.g. Justin Joly this year), but I keep hearing the "they kept him likely due to draft status" story out there in one form or another.

TIA


r/NFLNoobs 14h ago

I am still trying to fully understand “clear waivers”. Can someone explain this particular post? Isn’t it inconsistent? Thx.

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[Geoff Mosher] #Eagles didn’t receive any waiver claims, but many former #Eagles were claimed: Cam Latu (NEP) Cam Williams (ATL) Myles Hinton (CIN) Kapena Gushiken (IND) Trevor Keegan (MIN via DAL)


r/NFLNoobs 1h ago

Let me answer your questions about Long Snappers!

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I’m a current college Long Snapper who has a pretty extensive knowledge of the position. I know it’s a position that, especially newer NFL fans, may not know much about, so I’m happy to answer any and all questions you all might have about it!


r/NFLNoobs 13h ago

Weekly "What Team Should I Root For?" Thread

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The most common thing asked on this subreddit is new fans wondering what team to follow/support. The answers are always the same, and there are no right or wrong ones.

No one can just tell you who to be a fan of. Everyone's fandom is different, and all of them are valid. This is entertainment, and you are allowed to enjoy it however you like. That said, here are some common things you can look at to get started:

  1. Do you have a local team or favorite city? This is by far the easiest way to get into football. If your city/region has a team or if your friends/family follow the same team, joining them will be the smoothest way to start out.
  2. Are you already leaning in any particular way? If you are, keep leaning. If you saw a Cincinnati Bengals game and thought it was fun and you'd like to see more of them, you don't need anyone's permission or validation. Just watch their next game!
  3. Are you interested in a few different teams? Cool! Watch some of their games! See who you end up feeling strongly about, especially if they're playing each other. Have fun with it, there are no rules!
  4. Are you worried about a team's success/identity/prestige/fanbase? Don't be. The NFL is one of the most even sports in terms of parity, and there are rarely teams that stay good or bad forever. It's okay to enjoy watching the current best teams in the NFL; they are probably playing the best football most often. Try to just be a fan and don't worry about what others think or say. Your fandom is yours, not theirs.

Still overwhelmed and not sure where to turn? It's fine to watch random games. Maybe you'll find yourself rooting for someone in particular. And if you don't, try another game. Check out whoever is playing in primetime; those are usually expected to be more exciting matchups. Letting it come naturally will last longer than throwing a dart and deciding to be a fan of whoever it lands on.

Another way some people develop rooting interests is fantasy football. There are beginner leagues where people play for fun, and it can be a good way to get you invested in specific players or teams as you start rooting for whoever is on your fantasy roster.

If you're still torn or have other questions about starting with a specific new team, etc., you can ask them here.