how long does an nfl game last

[AnnP111966]

I’ve always been curious about how long an NFL game actually lasts. I know it’s supposed to be 60 minutes of playtime, but with all the breaks, timeouts, and commercials, it feels way longer. Can someone explain how much time a typical game takes from kickoff to the final whistle, including halftime and possible overtime?

 

[simran]

An NFL game typically lasts about three hours, including breaks, timeouts, and halftime, even though the actual game clock runs for 60 minutes of play.

 

[meenakshi]

An NFL game typically lasts about 3 hours, including breaks, timeouts, and halftime. The actual game consists of 60 minutes of playtime divided into four 15-minute quarters.