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2024 NFL Bye Weeks: Schedule for all 32 teams

Updated Dec. 13, 2024 11:11 a.m. ET

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In the fast-paced world of the NFL, every game is pivotal to a team’s season aspirations. But right in the middle of all the action, there exists a strategic pause in the schedule: the coveted bye week.

It's like a timeout for teams to catch their breath, regroup, and plan for the rest of the season. This break isn't just about resting—it's a smart move for teams to get ahead in the game. In the 2024 NFL season, bye weeks started in Week 5 and end during Week 14. Weeks 8 and 13, however, do not have byes for any team. Check out the complete bye week schedule below:

2024 NFL Bye Week Schedule

Weeks 15-18

• None

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Previous Bye Weeks

Week 14

• Baltimore Ravens
• Denver Broncos
• Houston Texans
• Indianapolis Colts
• New England Patriots
• Washington Commanders

Week 13

• None

Week 12

• Atlanta Falcons
• Buffalo Bills
• Cincinnati Bengals
• Jacksonville Jaguars
• New Orleans Saints
• New York Jets

Week 11

• Arizona Cardinals
• Carolina Panthers
• New York Giants
• Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Week 10

• Cleveland Browns
• Green Bay Packers
• Las Vegas Raiders
• Seattle Seahawks

Week 9

• Pittsburgh Steelers
• San Francisco 49ers

Week 8

• None

Week 7

• Chicago Bears
• Dallas Cowboys

Week 6

• Kansas City Chiefs
• Los Angeles Rams
• Miami Dolphins
• Minnesota Vikings

Week 5

• Detroit Lions
• Los Angeles Chargers
• Philadelphia Eagles
• Tennessee Titans

What are NFL bye weeks?

NFL bye weeks are designated weeks throughout the middle of the NFL season during which teams do not play a game.

When does the 2024 bye weeks start?

In 2024, NFL bye weeks began in Week 5.

When does the 2024 bye weeks end?

In 2024, NFL bye weeks end after Week 14. Weeks 15-18 do not include any team on bye.

How many bye weeks do NFL teams get?

Each team receives one bye week during the 18-week regular season.

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