What Time Is the Senior Bowl? 2025 Game Time & How to Watch

By Sarah Miller · November 12, 2044

The 2025 Senior Bowl will be held on Saturday, February 1, 2025, at 4:00 PM Eastern Time (ET) at Hancock Whitney Stadium in Mobile, Alabama. The game will be broadcast live on NFL Network and can be streamed via fuboTV, DirecTV Stream, and NFL+.

What Is the Senior Bowl?

The Senior Bowl is an annual college football all-star game that showcases top senior prospects eligible for the upcoming NFL Draft. It serves as a critical evaluation opportunity for NFL scouts, coaches, and general managers to observe talent in practices and game situations.

Key Objectives of the Senior Bowl

Evaluate top NFL draft prospects from college football programs
Provide players exposure to NFL coaching staffs and front offices
Allow players to demonstrate skills in competitive, high-pressure settings
Help teams assess character, work ethic, and adaptability during week-long practices

2025 Senior Bowl Game Details

This year’s matchup continues the tradition of pairing elite senior collegiate athletes under the guidance of NFL coaching staffs. The selected players participate in over a week of practices before the official game.

Year	Date	Kickoff Time (ET)	Location	Broadcast
2025	Saturday, February 1	4:00 PM	Hancock Whitney Stadium, Mobile, AL	NFL Network
2024	Saturday, February 3	4:00 PM	Hancock Whitney Stadium, Mobile, AL	NFL Network
2023	Saturday, February 4	4:00 PM	Hancock Whitney Stadium, Mobile, AL	NFL Network
2022	Saturday, February 5	4:00 PM	Hancock Whitney Stadium, Mobile, AL	NFL Network

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The data shows consistent scheduling patterns: the Senior Bowl is traditionally held on the first Saturday of February at 4:00 PM ET. All recent games have taken place at Hancock Whitney Stadium and aired exclusively on NFL Network, reinforcing its role as a staple event in the pre-draft calendar.

How to Watch the Senior Bowl

Fans can watch the 2025 Senior Bowl through several platforms:

TV Broadcast: NFL Network
Streaming Services: fuboTV, DirecTV Stream, YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV
NFL App: Available via NFL+ with authentication from a participating provider
Radio: Westwood One provides national coverage

Tips for Viewing Practices

While the game draws the most attention, the week-long practices are where most NFL personnel evaluate players. These sessions are often covered extensively on NFL Network and the Senior Bowl's official social media channels. Some drills and interviews may be streamed live on YouTube or the NFL's digital platforms.

NFL Coaching Staff Involvement

Each year, two NFL teams are selected to coach the North and South squads. This gives assistant coaches hands-on experience while allowing front offices deeper insight into prospect performance.

Recent Coaching Assignments

2024: Los Angeles Rams (South), Cincinnati Bengals (North)
2023: Kansas City Chiefs (South), Baltimore Ravens (North)
2022: Detroit Lions (South), New York Jets (North)

This rotation allows teams near the bottom of the draft order to gain early access to top prospects, often influencing their draft strategies.

Notable Alumni and Draft Impact

Many Senior Bowl participants go on to successful NFL careers. Recent standout alumni include:

Devonta Smith (WR, Alabama) – 2021 MVP, Rookie of the Year
Zion Johnson (G, Appalachian State) – First-round pick in 2022
Jaxon Smith-Njigba (WR, Ohio State) – Set Senior Bowl receiving record in 2023

The game has become increasingly predictive of draft outcomes, with over 80% of first-round selections in recent years having played in the Senior Bowl.

Frequently Asked Questions About the Senior Bowl

What time does the 2025 Senior Bowl start?

The 2025 Senior Bowl starts at 4:00 PM Eastern Time on Saturday, February 1, 2025.

Where is the Senior Bowl played?

The Senior Bowl is held annually at Hancock Whitney Stadium on the campus of the University of South Alabama in Mobile, Alabama.

Which network broadcasts the Senior Bowl?

The Senior Bowl is broadcast live on NFL Network. It is also available for streaming on services like fuboTV, DirecTV Stream, and NFL+.

Do Senior Bowl practices air on TV?

Official practices are not televised in full, but highlights, press conferences, and select drills are aired on NFL Network and shared via the Senior Bowl’s social media platforms.

Why is the Senior Bowl important for the NFL Draft?

The Senior Bowl allows NFL teams to evaluate top draft prospects in practices and game settings against elite competition. Many players improve their draft stock based on performance during Senior Bowl week.

Who is eligible to play in the Senior Bowl?

Players must have completed their college eligibility and be qualified for the NFL Draft. Most participants are seniors, though occasionally graduate students or redshirt juniors who have used their final year of eligibility are invited.