Action-Packed Week: Doubleheaders, Key Matchups, and Rising Stars
The NFL Network has rolled out its schedule for Preseason Week 1, showcasing ten live games starting on Thursday, August 10. This action-packed week will feature notable matchups, including the No. 1 overall pick, Bryce Young of the Carolina Panthers, facing off against Aaron Rodgers and the New York Jets on Saturday, August 12.
Highlights from the Schedule:
- The excitement kicks off with a doubleheader on Thursday, August 10. At 7:00 PM ET, the New England Patriots, hosting No. 2 overall pick CJ Stroud and the Houston Texans, will be followed by a faceoff between the Minnesota Vikings and the Seattle Seahawks at 10:00 PM ET.
- The spotlight remains bright on Friday, August 11, as quarterback Jordan Love and the Green Bay Packers challenge the Cincinnati Bengals at 7:00 PM ET. Later, the Arizona Cardinals welcome the Denver Broncos at 10:00 PM ET.
- Saturday, August 12 promises to be an eventful day. The action starts with the Chicago Bears playing host to the Tennessee Titans at 1:00 PM ET. As the day progresses, defending NFC champions, the Philadelphia Eagles, will travel to meet Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens at 7:00 PM ET. The Los Angeles showdown concludes the day with the Chargers taking on the Rams at 9:00 PM ET.
- Preseason Week 2’s curtain drops on Sunday, August 13, with a doubleheader featuring MVP Patrick Mahomes and the Super Bowl LVII Champion Kansas City Chiefs heading to New Orleans. This is followed by a bout between the Las Vegas Raiders and the San Francisco 49ers at 4:00 PM ET.
For fans unable to catch the live action, they shouldn’t fret. NFL Network has blackout restrictions for local markets of the participating teams. Moreover, rebroadcasts of every Preseason Week 1 game are scheduled.
Modern fans seeking more accessibility can leverage multiple devices through the NFL app and the NFL Network app. Details and subscription information are available on NFL.com/watch. Additionally, NFL+ offers enthusiasts live out-of-market preseason games and various content across all devices. Various subscription models cater to different fan needs.
The NFL preseason serves as a primer for the main event, the regular season. Teams evaluate their strengths, address weaknesses, and fans get a glimpse of emerging talent. With a plethora of matchups and intriguing storylines, the 2023 NFL preseason looks poised to deliver thrilling football action.
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