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Football season begins on Thursday evening

Discourse between NPR's A Martínez and Washington Post sports columnist Neil Greenberg revolves around key aspects to anticipate as the National Football League (NFL) season initiates.

Football season begins tonight within the NFL
Football season begins tonight within the NFL

Football season begins on Thursday evening

The NFL season is upon us, and this year promises to be an intriguing one with unique playing styles and exciting developments.

The Philadelphia Eagles' quarterback, Jalen Hurts, is a polarizing figure in the league. While analytics favour him, more subjective grading systems are harsher. Hurts, known for his versatility, is set to host the Dallas Cowboys tonight as the season opener.

Meanwhile, the conversation between sports columnist Neil Greenberg of The Washington Post and a certain NFL insider delved into various topics, including the Eagles, Cowboys, Kansas City Chiefs, LA Chargers, and Travis Kelce.

In a rare occurrence, Travis Hunter, a player for the Jacksonville Jaguars, will play both defensive back and wide receiver this season, much like Deion Sanders, who is the only other player known to have pulled off this unusual feat in a single season.

The performance of this dual-role playing style in the NFL is being seen as exciting, especially after the thrilling displays we've witnessed in baseball.

The Super Bowl, scheduled for February in Santa Clara, California, is shrouded in speculation. Taylor Swift, fiancée of Chiefs' tight end Travis Kelce, could potentially perform live at the halftime show if the Chiefs make it to the final. This speculation is based on numerous clues and hints, and the fact that the Super Bowl 60 will be held at Levi's Stadium, home of the San Francisco 49ers.

The Chargers are one of the teams that could potentially make it to the Super Bowl. The NFL game between the Chiefs and the Chargers is happening in Sao Paulo, Brazil, adding an international flavour to the season.

Travis Kelce, nearing the end of his illustrious career, will be a key player to watch in this game. The conversation surrounding his performance and that of Travis Hunter, who will divide his time between offense and defense, will undoubtedly be a storyline for the NFL season.

The Dallas Cowboys, after a tumultuous offseason, have traded their best player, Micah Parsons. The impact of this move on the team's performance remains to be seen.

In the poll of NFL executives and scouts, Jalen Hurts was ranked almost in the second tier of quarterbacks. This ranking, however, does not diminish the anticipation surrounding his performance this season.

Taylor Swift's upcoming album, titled "Life Of A Showgirl," is another source of excitement for fans. Whether or not this connection to the NFL season will be reflected in the album's themes remains to be seen.

As the NFL season unfolds, these storylines and many more are sure to keep fans engaged and excited. Let the games begin!

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