Jumping into NFL Universe Football means picking your favorite NFL team and battling through drives, touchdowns, and tough defenses. The game’s updates bring fresh themed content and exclusive NFL gear to show off while you climb the ranks. Even though there’s no fixed event schedule, new events usually drop as part of seasonal updates or special collaborations.
Here are the upcoming events for NFL Universe Football.
Right now, there is 1 upcoming event for NFL Universe Football.
HUGE UPDATE Event: Release Date and Time, Countdown and What to Expect
The HUGE UPDATE event in NFL Universe Football introduces a new Draft mode based on the 2026 NFL Draft, letting players pick and play as official NFL teams. Players can also expect limited-time rewards during this special event.
When is the HUGE UPDATE start time
The event starts on . It runs for 8 days 22 hours 30 minutes and ends on May 31, 2026 at 2:00 PM PT.
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And here's the HUGE UPDATE update release date and time for select regions:
| Region | Local time |
|---|---|
| United States – PT | May 22, 2026 at 3:30 PM |
| United States – ET | May 22, 2026 at 6:30 PM |
| Brazil – BRT | May 22, 2026 at 7:30 PM |
| United Kingdom – GMT | May 22, 2026 at 11:30 PM |
| Europe – CET | May 23, 2026 at 12:30 AM |
| Russia – MSK | May 23, 2026 at 1:30 AM |
| India – IST | May 23, 2026 at 4:00 AM |
| Philippines – PHT | May 23, 2026 at 6:30 AM |
| China – CST | May 23, 2026 at 6:30 AM |
| South Africa – SAST | May 23, 2026 at 12:30 AM |
| Indonesia – WIB | May 23, 2026 at 5:30 AM |
| Australia – AEDT | May 23, 2026 at 8:30 AM |
| New Zealand – NZDT | May 23, 2026 at 10:30 AM |
| Japan – JST | May 23, 2026 at 7:30 AM |
What to expect from HUGE UPDATE
The event centers around the 2026 NFL Draft and brings a new Draft mode where players can select and play as official NFL teams, offering a fresh way to experience the game. There will be a suite of limited-time rewards available, which players can claim by signing up for notifications. An exclusive 7-day reward period is part of the event, with details highlighted on the game's official Instagram. While the update runs alongside other seasonal events like Easter and Super Bowl LX, the Draft event features its own unique content focused on strategic team selection. The event is promoted heavily both in-game and on social media to encourage participation and reward collection. Exact details and availability of rewards will be confirmed once the event goes live.
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Past events
| Event | Starts (PT) | Ends (PT) | Guide |
|---|---|---|---|
| FIRST DOWN ANIMATIONS | May 1, 2026, 2:00 PM PDT | May 10, 2026, 8:30 PM PDT | — |
| NFL DRAFT EVENT | Apr 23, 2026, 4:30 PM PDT | May 3, 2026, 8:55 PM PDT | — |
| SEASON 5 • HUGE UPDATE 🔥 | Apr 10, 2026, 2:00 PM PDT | Apr 19, 2026, 8:55 PM PDT | Guide |
| EASTER EVENT 🐰 | Apr 3, 2026, 2:30 PM PDT | Apr 19, 2026, 8:55 PM PDT | Guide |
| NFL FLAG 🚩 | Mar 27, 2026, 2:30 PM PDT | Apr 3, 2026, 8:55 PM PDT | — |
| SUPER BOWL LX | Feb 8, 2026, 3:30 PM PST | Feb 8, 2026, 8:59 PM PST | — |
| SUPER BOWL LX UPDATE | Feb 6, 2026, 2:00 PM PST | Feb 16, 2026, 9:00 AM PST | — |
| CHAMPIONSHIP SUNDAY | Jan 25, 2026, 1:00 PM PST | Jan 26, 2026, 9:00 AM PST | — |
| ITEM CODE & SPECIAL OFFER | Dec 25, 2025, 10:00 AM PST | Dec 26, 2025, 8:59 PM PST | — |
| 🎅🏼 CHRISTMAS EVENT ❄️ | Dec 19, 2025, 1:30 PM PST | Jan 2, 2026, 3:00 PM PST | — |