2025 NFL Preseason Schedule: When Does It Start? TV Channels, How to Watch

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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:

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Week 1

Thursday, Aug 7

Friday, Aug 8

Saturday, Aug 9

Sunday, Aug 10

Week 2

Friday, Aug 15

Saturday, Aug 16

Sunday, Aug 17

Monday, Aug 18

Week 3

Thursday, Aug 21

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.