NFL preseason schedule 2024: Dates, matchups, times and TV info
By Kinnu Singh
The NFL has turned the schedule release day into a full spectacle, with each team releasing their own humorous videos to announce the grueling season ahead. As media members and fans peruse the schedules, the focus typically centers around the primetime games, bye weeks, and potential playoff preview matchups. Among the commotion, the preseason games are often overlooked.
While fans show little interest in the preseason, the three games could be the most significant games of a player’s career. For a late-round rookie or players competing at the bottom end of the roster, the preseason is a chance to showcase their skills and prove they belong in the NFL.
More teams are opting to rest their starters in the preseason, some teams still put their starting lineup on the field for a few drives in the second or third game. The rest of the time, unknown players battle for a chance to make a name for themselves.
It’s possible that many of the league’s great underdog stories never would have happened without the preseason. If Tom Brady hadn’t outperformed San Francisco 49ers rookie quarterback Giovanni Carmazzi, it’s possible that the New England Patriots would have decided against carrying three quarterbacks on their 53-man roster.Â
For first-round rookies entering the league with high expectations, the preseason is an opportunity to get their first live game snaps in the NFL. Without season-altering consequences and complex coverages, it’s a chance for rookie quarterbacks to ease their way into the professional level.Â
After a record number of quarterbacks were drafted in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft, all eyes will be on the young signal callers. The Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams, Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels, and New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye. For some rookie quarterbacks, like Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr., it may be the only playing time they’re granted all season long.
Each preseason brings its heroes, villains, and unique storylines. Some players create a massive buzz with breakout performances. Most of them never pan out once the regular season begins, but some manage to show a glimpse of their potential. In 2010, New York Giants rookie wide receiver Victor Cruz, an undrafted free agent, recorded six receptions for 145 yards and three touchdowns in his first preseason game. He went on to have a stellar career with the Giants.Â
After the league increased the season to 17 regular season games, one of the preseason games was eliminated. Players now have just three games to display their talent.
The NFL Network will televise select preseason games nationwide, while the remaining games will be broadcast on local channels with NBC, CBS, FOX, and ABC.
Here’s a look at the 2024 NFL preseason schedule.
NFL Preseason 2024 Hall of Fame Game kickoff
Date | Away | Home | Time | TV | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Thursday, August 1, 2024 | Houston Texans | Chicago Bears | 8:00 PM ET | ESPN, ABC | Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium, Canton, OH |
NFL Preseason 2024 Week 1 Schedule
Date | Away | Home | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Thursday, August 8, 2024 | Carolina Panthers | New England Patriots | 7:00 PM ET | Gillette Stadium, Foxborough, MA |
Thursday, August 8, 2024 | Detroit Lions | New York Giants | 7:00 PM ET | MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, NJ |
Friday, August 9, 2024 | Atlanta Falcons | Miami Dolphins | 7:00 PM ET | Hard Rock Stadium, Miami Gardens, FL |
Friday, August 9, 2024 | Houston Texans | Pittsburgh Steelers | 7:00 PM ET | Acrisure Stadium, Pittsburgh, PA |
Friday, August 9, 2024 | Philadelphia Eagles | Baltimore Ravens | 7:30 PM ET | M&T Bank Stadium, Baltimore, MD |
Saturday, August 10, 2024 | Chicago Bears | Buffalo Bills | 1:00 PM ET | Highmark Stadium, Orchard Park, NY |
Saturday, August 10, 2024 | Washington Commanders | New York Jets | 12:00 PM ET | MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, NJ |
Saturday, August 10, 2024 | Las Vegas Raiders | Minnesota Vikings | 4:00 PM ET | U.S. Bank Stadium, Minneapolis, MN |
Saturday, August 10, 2024 | Seattle Seahawks | Los Angeles Chargers | 4:05 PM ET | SoFi Stadium, Ingelwood, CA |
Saturday, August 10, 2024 | Green Bay Packers | Cleveland Browns | 4:25 PM ET | Cleveland Browns Stadium, Cleveland, OH |
Saturday, August 10, 2024 | Tampa Bay Buccaneers | Cincinnati Bengals | 7:00 PM ET | Paycor Stadium, Cincinnati, OH |
Saturday, August 10, 2024 | San Francisco 49ers | Tennessee Titans | 7:00 PM ET | Nissan Stadium, Nashville, TN |
Saturday, August 10, 2024 | Kansas City Chiefs | Jacksonville Jaguars | 8:00 PM ET | EverBank Stadium, Jacksonville, FL |
Saturday, August 10, 2024 | New Orleans Saints | Arizona Cardinals | 8:00 PM ET | State Farm Stadium, Glendale, AZ |
Sunday, August 11, 2024 | Denver Broncos | Indianapolis Colts | 1:00 PM ET | Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis, IN |
Sunday, August 11, 2024 | Dallas Cowboys | Los Angeles Rams | 4:25 PM ET |
NFL Preseason Week 2 Schedule
Date | Away | Home | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Thursday, August 15, 2024 | Philadelphia Eagles | New England Patriots | 7:00 PM ET | Gillette Stadium, Foxborough, MA |
Saturday, August 17, 2024 | Atlanta Falcons | Baltimore Ravens | 12:00 PM ET | M&T Bank Stadium, Baltimore, MD |
Saturday, August 17, 2024 | New York Giants | Houston Texans | 12:00 PM ET | NRG Stadium, Houston, TX |
Saturday, August 17, 2024 | Cincinnati Bengals | Chicago Bears | 1:00 PM ET | Soldier Field, Chicago, IL |
Saturday, August 17, 2024 | Detroit Lions | Kansas City Chiefs | 4:00 PM ET | Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City, MO |
Saturday, August 17, 2024 | Los Angeles Rams | Los Angeles Chargers | 4:05 PM ET | SoFi Stadium, Ingelwood, California |
Saturday, August 17, 2024 | Minnesota Vikings | Cleveland Browns | 4:25 PM ET | Cleveland Browns Stadium, Cleveland, OH |
Saturday, August 17, 2024 | Seattle Seahawks | Tennessee Titans | 7:00 PM ET | Nissan Stadium, Nashville, TN |
Saturday, August 17, 2024 | Arizona Cardinals | Indianapolis Colts | 7:00 PM ET | Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis, IN |
Saturday, August 17, 2024 | Washington Commanders | Miami Dolphins | 7:00 PM ET | Hard Rock Stadium, Miami Gardens, FL |
Saturday, August 17, 2024 | Buffalo Bills | Pittsburgh Steelers | 7:00 PM ET | Acrisure Stadium, Pittsburgh, PA |
Saturday, August 17, 2024 | Tampa Bay Buccaneers | Jacksonville Jaguars | 7:30 PM ET | EverBank Stadium, Jacksonville, FL |
Saturday, August 17, 2024 | Dallas Cowboys | Las Vegas Raiders | 10:00 PM ET | Allegiant Stadium, Las Vegas, NV |
Sunday, August 18, 2024 | Green Bay Packers | Denver Broncos | 8:00 PM ET | Mile High Stadium, Denver, CO |
Sunday, August 18, 2024 | New Orleans Saints | San Francisco 49ers | 8:00 PM ET | Levi's Stadium, Santa Clara, California |
NFL Preseason Schedule Week 3
Date | Away | Home | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Thursday, August 22, 2024 | Chicago Bears | Kansas City Chiefs | 7:20 PM ET | Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City, MO |
Thursday, August 22, 2024 | Indianapolis Colts | Cincinnati Bengals | 8:00 PM ET | Paycor Stadium, Cincinnati, OH |
Friday, August 23, 2024 | Jacksonville Jaguars | Atlanta Falcons | 7:00 PM ET | Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta, GA |
Friday, August 23, 2024 | Miami Dolphins | Tampa Bay Buccaneers | 7:30 PM ET | Raymond James Stadium, Tampa, FL |
Friday, August 23, 2024 | San Francisco 49ers | Las Vegas Raiders | 10:00 PM ET | Allegiant Stadium, Las Vegas, NV |
Saturday, August 24, 2024 | Carolina Panthers | Buffalo Bills | 1:00 PM ET | Highmark Stadium, Orchard Park, NY |
Saturday, August 24, 2024 | Los Angeles Rams | Houston Texans | 1:00 PM ET | NRG Stadium, Houston, TX |
Saturday, August 24, 2024 | Los Angeles Chargers | Dallas Cowboys | 1:00 PM ET | AT&T Stadium, Arlington, TX |
Saturday, August 24, 2024 | Pittsburgh Steelers | Detroit Lions | 1:00 PM ET | Ford Field, Detroit, MI |
Saturday, August 24, 2024 | Baltimore Ravens | Green Bay Packers | 1:00 PM ET | Lambeau Field, Green Bay, WI |
Saturday, August 24, 2024 | Minnesota Vikings | Philadelphia Eagles | 1:00 PM ET | Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia, PA |
Saturday, August 24, 2024 | Cleveland Browns | Seattle Seahawks | 7:00 PM ET | Lumen Field, Seattle, WA |
Saturday, August 24, 2024 | New York Giants | New York Jets | 7:30 PM ET | MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, NJ |
Sunday, August 25, 2024 | Tennessee Titans | New Orleans Saints | 2:00 PM ET | Caesars Superdome, New Orleans, LA |
Sunday, August 25, 2024 | Arizona Cardinals | Denver Broncos | 4:30 PM ET | Mile High Stadium, Denver, CA |
Sunday, August 25, 2024 | New England Patriots | Washington Commanders | 8:00 PM ET | FedEx Field, Landover, MD |
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