NFL says it's following fan interest with midweek games

This season's Wednesday night opening game might seem like a bold foray for the NFL, playing on a day not traditionally associated with pro football. But fans might need to get used to it.

Increased ratings and the league's focus on holiday seasons might well lead to more games on nontraditional days in the future, NFL officials said Friday.

In addition to the Sept. 9 opener that features a Super Bowl rematch between the New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks, there will be a Wednesday night Thanksgiving Eve matchup with the Green Bay Packers visiting the Los Angeles Rams on Nov. 25.