VOA慢速英语:NFL Season Opens Without Quarterbacks Brady, Manning

inflate – v. to add air or gas to (something, such as a tire or a balloon) and make it larger

challenge – n. an action, statement, etc., that is against something: a refusal to accept something as true, correct, or legal

rematch – n. a match or game that is played by the same people or teams after an earlier match or game — usually singular

veteran - n. someone who has a lot of experience in a particular activity, job, etc.

contender – n. a person or team who has a good chance of winning

high-profile – adj. attracting a lot of attention in newspapers, on television, etc.

tournament – n. a sports competition or series of contests that involves many players or teams and and usually continues for at least several days