2025 NFL preseason schedule: Dates, times, TV channels, how to watch

The NFL preseason offers fans a sneak peek into the upcoming season. It’s a chance for teams to fine-tune their game plans and get ready for the season ahead. Here’s all you need to know about this year’s NFL preseason schedule, including dates, times, and TV channels (all times Eastern).

2025 NFL Preseason Schedule and Scores

2025 Pro Football Hall of Fame Game

Thursday, July 31:

• Chargers at Lions – 8 p.m. ET (NBC)

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Week 1

Thursday, Aug 7

Friday, Aug 8

Saturday, Aug 9

Sunday, Aug 10

• Dolphins at Bears – 1:00 p.m. ET (NFL Network)
• Saints at Chargers – 4:05 p.m. ET (NFL Network)

Week 2

Friday, Aug 15

• Titans vs. Falcons – 7:00 p.m. ET (NFL Network)
• Chiefs at Seahawks – 10:00 p.m. ET (NFL Network)

Saturday, Aug 16

Sunday, Aug 17

• Jaguars at Saints – 1:00 p.m. ET (NFL Network)
• Bills at Bears – 8:00 p.m. ET (FOX)

Monday, Aug 18

• Bengals at Commanders – 8:00 p.m. ET (ESPN)

Week 3

Thursday, Aug 21

• Steelers at Panthers – 7 p.m. ET (NFL Network)
• Patriots at Giants – 8 p.m. ET (Prime Video)

Friday, Aug 22

Saturday, Aug 23

When does the 2025 NFL Preseason start?

The 2025 NFL Preseason begins with the Pro Football Hall of Fame Game on Thursday, July 31st at 8 p.m. ET. The Los Angeles Chargers will face off against the Detroit Lions at the Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium in Canton, OH.

Where can I watch the NFL Preseason? What channel will it be on?

The majority of NFL preseason games air on each team’s local TV affiliate network. Five other national broadcasts will appear on FOX, Amazon Prime Video, CBS, ESPN and NBC.

Many games will also be available on NFL Network.

How can I stream the NFL Preseason or watch without cable?

FOX games can be streamed on FoxSports.com or the FOX Sports app. You can also stream games on other channels with services such as YouTube TV or Fubo TV.

All games not on national TV will stream live on NFL+ for out-of-market fans who want access to exclusive live games that are not being aired in their local area.

How can I watch the NFL Preseason for free?

If you have an over-the-air antenna that picks up your local channels, you can watch games on FOX, NBC or CBS for free.

How many games does each team play in the NFL Preseason?

In 2021, the number of preseason games for each NFL team went from four to three as the regular season schedule increased from 16 to 17 games.

What are the NFL Preseason standings?

Full standings by division are available on the FOXSports NFL preseason standings page.

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