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**NFL RedZone Kicks Off 2025 Season: Rookie Quarterbacks and Running Backs Prepare to Debut**

**[CITY, STATE] –** The 2025 NFL season is officially underway, and NFL RedZone is bringing fans every touchdown and pivotal play from today’s action-packed Sunday afternoon slate. With eight games kicking off in the 1 p.m. ET window and another four at 4 p.m. ET, football fans are in for a treat as the stars of tomorrow begin their NFL careers.

All eyes are on two of the top draft picks as they make their highly anticipated debuts.

**Ashton Jeanty Set to Energize Raiders Running Game**

The Las Vegas Raiders, desperate to improve their struggling run game, will unleash their sixth-overall pick, running back Ashton Jeanty. The former Boise State standout looks to inject life into an offense that finished last in rushing yards per game last season. Quarterback Geno Smith has been impressed with Jeanty’s physicality, suggesting he’s got the potential to be a “special player.” Can Jeanty channel his record-breaking college production to turn around the Raiders’ ground attack in their game against the New England Patriots?

**Cam Ward Faces Tough Test Against Broncos Defense**

Meanwhile, top pick Cam Ward, the quarterback out of the University of Miami, is tasked with leading the Tennessee Titans against a formidable Denver Broncos defense. Thrust into the starting role due to Will Levis’ season-ending injury, Ward aims to revitalize a Titans offense that struggled mightily last year. His mettle will be tested against Defensive Player of the Year Patrick Surtain II and a Broncos squad known for its aggressive pass rush. Ward promises to unleash his “gunslinger” mentality, hoping to replicate the success he found in college.

Fans can catch all the action LIVE on NFL RedZone, streaming today at 1 p.m. ET/10 a.m. PT.

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