How do I play NFL Grid?

Fill a 3x3 grid. Each cell needs one player who matches both the row team and the column NFL clue. A player can be used only once.

How is NFL Grid scored?

Score = max(0, 100 - 10 x strikes - time penalty). Fewer strikes and faster solves score higher.

When does a new NFL Grid puzzle start?

A new NFL Grid publishes daily at midnight UTC.

Is NFL Grid free to play?

Yes. NFL Grid is completely free. Play as a guest right away, or sign in with a magic link to save your streak and appear on the leaderboard.

NFL Grid

Fill a 3x3 grid where NFL teams intersect with player clues.

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Rules

Quick facts

Player pool: NFL Grid uses the full Daily Gridiron Games player pool.
Scoring: Score = max(0, 100 - 10 x strikes - time penalty). Fewer strikes and faster solves score higher.
Reset time: A new NFL Grid publishes daily at midnight UTC.
Answer rules: Every generated cell has at least five accepted player answers.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I play NFL Grid?: Fill a 3x3 grid. Each cell needs one player who matches both the row team and the column NFL clue. A player can be used only once.
How is NFL Grid scored?: Score = max(0, 100 - 10 x strikes - time penalty). Fewer strikes and faster solves score higher.
When does a new NFL Grid puzzle start?: A new NFL Grid publishes daily at midnight UTC.
Is NFL Grid free to play?: Yes. NFL Grid is completely free. Play as a guest right away, or sign in with a magic link to save your streak and appear on the leaderboard.

NFL Grid is built for fans who remember roster movement, not just current depth charts. A square can be solved by stars, role players, or older roster stops when the clue supports them, which keeps boards approachable without making them automatic. Player reuse is blocked, and each pick has to match both prompts. Score is shaped by completion, strikes, and time, so careful answers beat fast guesses. Division versions narrow the row teams to AFC or NFC groups while keeping the same game rules. Each daily edition supports guest play, account streaks, leaderboards, and spoiler-free sharing, with a fresh puzzle every day.