Historically, ticket prices follow a predictable downward trend starting from the moment the matchup is set until kickoff.

If you are traveling from out of state, securing tickets earlier can help you finalize expensive flights and hotels, which often rise in price as the game nears. Strategic Buying Tips

If you require a specific section (like the 50-yard line) or a large block of seats together, buy as soon as you find them. Last-minute inventory is usually scattered and limited to "nosebleed" sections.