2023 NFL preseason schedule: Dates, times, channels, how to watch
While the NFL regular season starts on Sept. 7, there’s a whole month of preseason games to watch. The NFL preseason is an annual period where NFL teams play each other in exhibition games prior to the regular season. NFL players have the opportunity to tune up for the regular season and many younger players earn roster spots.
Check out the complete details on how to watch this year’s NFL preseason slate, including dates, times and TV channels.
2023 NFL Preseason Schedule:
(All times Eastern)
Week 3 Schedule
Thursday, Aug. 24:
- Steelers 24, Falcons 0 - 7:30 p.m. (NFL Network)
- Colts 27, Eagles 13 - 8 p.m. (Prime)
Friday, Aug. 25:
- Lions 26, Panthers 17 - 8 p.m. (CBS)
- Titans 23, Patriots 7 - 8:15 p.m. (NFL Network)
- Chargers 23, 49ers 12 - 10 p.m. (NFL Network)
Saturday, Aug. 26:
- Cardinals 18, Vikings 17 - 1 p.m.
- Chiefs 33, Browns 32 - 1 p.m. (NFL Network)
- Commanders 21, Bengals 19 - 1 p.m.
- Packers 19, Seahawks 15 - 1 p.m.
- Bills 24, Bears 21 - 1 p.m.
- Jets 32, Giants 24 - 6 p.m. (NFL Network)
- Jaguars 31, Dolphins 18 - 7 p.m.
- Buccaneers 26, Ravens 20 - 7 p.m.
- Cowboys 31, Raiders 16 - 8 p.m.
- Broncos 41, Rams 0 - 9 p.m. (NFL Network)
Sunday, Aug. 27:
- Texans 17, Saints 13 - 7:05 p.m. (FOX)
Hall of Fame Game Results
Thursday, Aug 3:
- Browns 21, Jets 16 - 8:00 p.m. (NBC)
Week 1 Results
Thursday, Aug. 10:
- Texans 20, Patriots 9 - 7 p.m. (NFL Network)
- Seahawks 24, Vikings 13 - 10 p.m. (NFL Network)
Friday, Aug. 11:
- Lions 21, Giants 16- 7 p.m.
- Steelers 27, Buccaneers 17 - 7 p.m.
- Packers 36, Bengals 19 - 7 p.m. (NFL Network)
- Falcons 19, Dolphins 3 - 7 p.m.
- Commanders 17, Browns 15 - 7:30 p.m.
- Cardinals 18, Broncos 17 - 10 p.m. (NFL Network)
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Saturday, Aug. 12:
- Bills 23, Colts 19 - 1 p.m.
- Bears 23, Titans 17 - 1 p.m. (NFL Network)
- Jets 27, Panthers 0 - 4 p.m. (NFL Network)
- Jaguars 28, Cowboys 23 - 5 p.m.
- Ravens 20, Eagles 19 - 7 p.m. (NFL Network)
- Chargers 34, Rams 17 - 9 p.m. (NFL Network)
Sunday, Aug. 13:
- Saints 26, Chiefs 24 - 1 p.m. (NFL Network)
- Raiders 34, 49ers 7 - 4 p.m. (NFL Network)
Week 2 Results
Thursday, Aug. 17:
- Browns 18, Eagles 18 - 7:30 p.m. (NFL Network)
Friday, Aug. 18:
- Giants 21, Panthers 19 - 7 p.m. (NFL Network)
- Bengals 13, Falcons 13 - 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, Aug. 19:
- Jaguars 25, Lions 7 - 1 p.m. (NFL Network)
- Dolphins28, Texans 3 - 4 p.m. (NFL Network)
- Steelers 27, Bills 15 - 6:30 p.m.
- Colts 24, Bears 17 - 7 p.m. (NFL Network)
- Buccaneers 13, Jets 6 - 7:30 p.m.
- Chiefs 38, Cardinals 10 - 8 p.m.
- Patriots 21, Packers 17 - 8 p.m.
- Titans 24, Vikings 16 - 8 p.m.
- 49ers 21, Broncos 20 - 8:30 p.m.
- Raiders 34, Rams 17 - 9 p.m.
- Seahawks 22, Cowboys 14 - 10 p.m. (NFL Network)
Sunday, Aug. 20:
- Saints 22, Chargers 17 - 7:05 p.m. (NFL Network)
Monday, Aug. 21:
- Commanders 29, Ravens 28 - 8 p.m. (ESPN)
When does the 2023 NFL Preseason start?
The 2023 NFL Preseason kicks off with the Pro Football Hall of Fame Game on Thursday, August 3 at 8 p.m. ET. The New York Jets face off against the Cleveland Browns on NBC.
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 across 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.
What are the NFL Preseason standings?
Full standings by division are available on the FOXSports NFL preseason standings page.