How to watch 2024 NFL Preseason: Schedule, dates, times, free live stream every game

NFL fans, the wait is over. The 2024 NFL Preseason begins on Thursday, August 1 as all 32 NFL teams play a series of exhibition games to help finalize their rosters before the start of the upcoming regular season in September.

STREAM: 2024 NFL Preseason on fuboTV (free trial).

2024 Preseason games will air on a variety of networks, including NFL Network, ESPN, FOX, CBS, NBC and teams’ local affiliate networks. The best place to stream the 2024 NFL preseason is on fuboTV (free trial) or DirecTV Stream (free trial), or out of market on NFL+.

The preseason begins with the 2024 Pro Football Hall of Fame game between the Houston Texans and the Chicago Bears in Canton, Ohio on Thursday. A week after that, the preseason proper kicks off on Thursday, August 8, and runs three weeks through Sunday, August 25 before the regular season begins with Week 1 on Thursday, September 5.

2024 NFL Preseason schedule

All times ET.

Preseason Week 1:

Thursday, August 1

Pro Football Hall of Fame Game: Texans vs. Bears, 8 p.m. on ABC, ESPN, ESPN Deportes. Stream on fuboTV, DirecTV Stream, Sling, Hulu + Live TV. (21-17 Texans)

Thursday, August 8

Panthers @ Patriots, 7 p.m. on WBZ, NFL Network. Stream on fuboTV, DirecTV Stream, Sling, Hulu + Live TV, NFL+. (17-3 Patriots)
Lions @ Giants, 7 p.m. on FOX 5 NY. Stream on fuboTV, DirecTV Stream, NFL+. (14-3 Giants)

Friday, August 9

Falcons @ Dolphins, 7 p.m. on FOX5. Stream on fuboTV, DirecTV Stream, NFL+. (20-13 Dolphins)
Texans @ Steelers, 7 p.m. on NFL Network, KDKA. Stream on fuboTV, DirecTV Stream, Sling, Hulu + Live TV, NFL+. (20-12 Texans)
Eagles @ Ravens, 7:30 p.m. on COZI, WMAR. Stream on fuboTV, DirecTV Stream, NFL+. (16-13 Eagles)

Saturday, August 10

Commanders @ Jets, 12 p.m. on WCBS. Stream on fuboTV, DirecTV Stream, NFL+. (20-17 Jets)
Bears @ Bills, 1 p.m. on NFL Network, FOX32, WIVB. Stream on fuboTV, DirecTV Stream, Sling, Hulu + Live TV, NFL+. (33-6 Bears)
Raiders @ Vikings, 4 p.m. on NFL Network, FOX5, FOX9. Stream on fuboTV, DirecTV Stream, Sling, Hulu + Live TV, NFL+. (24-23 Vikings)
Packers @ Browns, 4:25 p.m. on Packers TV, WEWS. Stream on fuboTV, DirecTV Stream, NFL+. (23-10 Packers)
Buccaneers @ Bengals, 7 p.m. on WTTA, Bengals Preseason TV. Stream on fuboTV, DirecTV Stream, NFL+. (17-14 Buccaneers)
49ers @ Titans, 7:00 p.m. on KPIX5. Stream on fuboTV, DirecTV Stream, NFL+. (17-13 Titans)
Chiefs @ Jaguars, 7:00 p.m. on NFL Network, 38 the Spot. Stream on fuboTV, DirecTV Stream, Sling, Hulu + Live TV, NFL+. (26-13 Jaguars)
Seahawks @ Chargers, 7:05 p.m. on KONG. Stream on fuboTV, DirecTV Stream, NFL+. (16-3 Seahawks)
Saints @ Cardinals, 8 p.m. on FOX8. Stream on fuboTV, DirecTV Stream, NFL+. (16-14 Saints)

Sunday, August 11

Broncos @ Colts, 1 p.m. on NFL Network, FOX59. Stream on fuboTV, DirecTV Stream, Sling, Hulu + Live TV, NFL+. (34-30 Broncos)
Cowboys @ Rams, 4:30 p.m. on NFL Network, CBS11, KABC. Stream on fuboTV, DirecTV Stream, Sling, Hulu + Live TV, NFL+. (13-12 Rams)

Preseason Week 2

Thursday, August 15

Eagles @ Patriots, 7 p.m. on WBZ, NBC 10. Stream on fuboTV, DirecTV Stream, NFL+. (14-13 Eagles)

Saturday, August 17

Falcons @ Ravens, 12 p.m. on NFL+. (13-12 Ravens)
Bengals @ Bears, 1 p.m. on FOX32, Bengals Preseason TV. Stream on fuboTV, DirecTV Stream, NFL+. (27-3 Bears)
Giants @ Texans, 1 p.m. on NFL+, local affiliates. (28-10 Texans)
Lions @ Chiefs, 4 p.m. on KSHB41. Stream on fuboTV, DirecTV Stream, NFL+. (24-23 Lions)
Vikings @ Browns, 4:25 p.m. on FOX9, WEWS. Stream on fuboTV, DirecTV Stream, NFL+. (27-12 Vikings)
Seahawks @ Titans, 7 p.m. on KING5. Stream on fuboTV, DirecTV Stream, NFL+. (16-15 Titans)
Cardinals @ Colts, 7 p.m. on CBS4. Stream on fuboTV, DirecTV Stream, NFL+. (21-13 Colts)
Commanders @ Dolphins, 7 p.m. on NFL+. (13-6 Dolphins)
Bills @ Steelers, 7 p.m. on KDKA, WIVB. Stream on fuboTV, DirecTV Stream, NFL+. (9-3 Bills)
Jets @ Panthers, 7 p.m. on NFL+. (15-12 Jets)
Chargers @ Rams, 7:05 p.m. on KABC. Stream on fuboTV, DirecTV Stream, NFL+. (13-9 Rams)
Buccaneers @ Jaguars, 7:30 p.m. on WFLA. Stream on fuboTV, DirecTV Stream, NFL+. (20-7 Jaguars)
Cowboys @ Raiders, 10 p.m. on FOX5, CBS11, NFL Network. Stream on fuboTV, DirecTV Stream, Sling, Hulu + Live TV, NFL+. (27-12 Cowboys)

Sunday, Aug 18:

Packers at Broncos, 8 p.m. on NFL Network. Stream on fuboTV, DirecTV Stream, Sling, Hulu + Live TV, NFL+. (27-2 Broncos)
Saints at 49ers, 8 p.m. on FOX, FOX8. Stream on fuboTV, DirecTV Stream, Hulu + Live TV. (16-10 49ers)

Preseason Week 3

Thursday, August 22

Colts @ Bengals, 8 p.m. on FOX59. Stream on fuboTV, DirecTV Stream, NFL+, Prime Video.
Bears @ Chiefs, 8:20 p.m. on FOX32, 38 the Spot. Stream on fuboTV, DirecTV Stream, NFL+.

Friday, August 23

Jaguars @ Falcons, 7 p.m. on NFL Network. Stream on fuboTV, DirecTV Stream, Sling, Hulu + Live TV, NFL+.
Dolphins @ Buccaneers, 7:30 p.m. on WFLA. Stream on fuboTV, DirecTV Stream, NFL+.
49ers @ Raiders, 10 p.m. on NFL Network, FOX5, KPIX5. Stream on fuboTV, DirecTV Stream, Sling, Hulu + Live TV, NFL+.

Saturday, August 24

Panthers @ Bills, 1 p.m. on WIVB. Stream on fuboTV, DirecTV Stream, NFL+.
Steelers @ Lions, 1 p.m. on KDKA. Stream on fuboTV, DirecTV Stream, NFL+.
Ravens @ Packers, 1 p.m. on NFL+.
Vikings @ Eagles, 1 p.m. on NBC10, FOX9. Stream on fuboTV, DirecTV Stream, NFL+.
Rams @ Texans, 1 p.m. on KABC. Stream on fuboTV, DirecTV Stream, NFL+.
Chargers @ Cowboys, 4 p.m. on NFL Network, CBS11. Stream on fuboTV, DirecTV Stream, Sling, Hulu + Live TV, NFL+.
Giants @ Jets, 7:30 p.m. on NFL+.
Browns @ Seahawks, 10 p.m. on WEWS, KING5, NFL Network. Stream on fuboTV, DirecTV Stream, Sling, Hulu + Live TV, NFL+.

Sunday, August 25

Titans @ Saints, 2 p.m. on NFL Network, FOX8. Stream on fuboTV, DirecTV Stream, Sling, Hulu + Live TV, NFL+.
Cardinals @ Broncos, 4:30 p.m. on CBS. Stream on fuboTV, DirecTV Stream, Hulu + Live TV, Paramount+.
Patriots @ Commanders, 8 p.m. on NBC, WBTS. Stream on fuboTV, DirecTV Stream, Hulu + Live TV.

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How can I stream the 2024 NFL Preseason for free?

The best bet for fans looking to stream the 2024 NFL Preseason for their favorite team is with a comprehensive live TV service, such as fuboTV (free trial, $79.99/month), which includes local channels, NFL Network, ESPN and nationwide networks like FOX and CBS. Fans can stream free during their trial period, then decide whether its worth sticking around for the rest of the season.

Fans who want complete 2024 NFL Preseason coverage, including out-of-market teams, will want to sign up for NFL+, which includes live, out-of-market preseason games all month, NFL Network and game audio, and starts at just $6.99/month. There is no free trial available.

A limited number of games on Prime Video can also be streamed with a free trial.

What is fuboTV?

FuboTV is a live TV streaming service focused on live sports, including U.S. and international soccer, the NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL and more. It also includes its own fubo Sports Networks with exclusive programming, and 35 regional sports networks such as MSG and YES Network. fuboTV carries 55,000 live sporting events annually, and offers 199 channels starting at $79.99, includes unlimited DVR, and streams on most devices. Right now you can try fuboTV free for 7 days.

Can I attend NFL preseason games?

Yes! Tickets are available now for the NFL preseason via resellers like StubHub, VividSeats and SeatGeek.

Can I bet on the NFL Preseason?

Yes, you can bet on the NFL Preseason from your phone in New York State, and we’ve compiled some of the best introductory offers to help navigate your first bets from BetMGM , FanDuel, DraftKings, Bet365 and more.

Where can I buy 2024 NFL Preseason Gear online?

Fanatics has NFL Training Camp hats and more preseason gear available for the Buffalo Bills and all 32 NFL Teams.