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GRID
IRON

Build a prospect, take the draft call, and play the Sundays. Finished careers stay on this device — no account.

FAQ

Disclosures and how the game works.

  • What is GRIDIRON?

    GRIDIRON is an unofficial, text-based American football career simulation. You create a prospect, get drafted, play seasons, make choices, and retire with a verdict and a shareable card. It is a fan-made game, not an official league product.

  • Is GRIDIRON inspired by Copero and 38-0?

    Yes. GRIDIRON is inspired by Copero and 38-0 — career games that made this loop feel worth playing. Thank you to the people who built those. GRIDIRON is a separate project. It is not made by them, not endorsed by them, and not affiliated with Copero, 38-0, or their authors.

  • Is GRIDIRON free to play?

    Yes. The full game is free in the browser.

  • Do I need an account to play?

    No. There is no login. Your current career and finished runs are stored on this device. A public total of how many people have started and completed a career is stored as a number, with no identity attached.

  • Can I play GRIDIRON on mobile?

    Yes. The game is built for a phone screen first. Use the browser on iOS or Android. No app store download is required.

  • Can I replay the game?

    Yes. Start a new career with a different name, position, or draft slot. Each run can produce a different season history, awards, and final verdict. Finished careers stay in Past careers on this device.

  • Where is my data saved?

    The active career is saved in this browser. Finished career cards are stored locally with IndexedDB. Clearing site data, switching browsers, or using private mode will remove saves. The welcome screen also shows an anonymous count of careers completed and unique players. That count is a number only — no names, cards, or account data are sent.

  • Is GRIDIRON affiliated with the NFL, the clubs, or the players shown?

    No. GRIDIRON is an independent fan project and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by the National Football League, NFL Properties, the NFL Players Association, any club, or any athlete. Club names, cities, colors, wordmarks, and player names that appear in the game identify teams and people inside a fictional simulation. They remain the property of their respective owners. GRIDIRON does not use official logos, shields, or licensed photography.

  • Are the stats and awards official?

    No. Box scores, contracts, awards, depth charts, and results are generated by the game. They are not official league statistics and should not be treated as real-world records.

  • Who owns the career card I download?

    You may save and share the image of your simulated career for personal, non-commercial use. Club names and colors that appear on a card still belong to their owners. Do not sell the cards or use them as if they were official merchandise.

Unofficial fan work. Not affiliated with the NFL, its clubs, or its players. Inspired by Copero and 38-0, with thanks — also no affiliation. Trademarks belong to their owners.