Copied! With 2020 in the rearview mirror, it's time to turn our attention to the year ahead. Check out some of the important dates to remember in the 2021 NFL calendar year. January 26-29 – Senior Bowl practices in Mobile, Alabama | The best-of-the-best collegiate prospects nationally will come together to practice for the Senior Bowl, splitting through between the National and American squads. January 30 at 1:30 PM CT – Senior Bowl Bowl in Mobile, Alabama | Playing on NFL Network, collegiate prospects will compete against one another for attention and a potential earned spot in the 2021 NFL Draft from one of the 32 NFL teams. February 23 – First day for clubs to designate Franchise or transition players | Teams can designate one franchise or transitional player, which would prevent the player from entering free agency in March.