NFL Preseason Schedule Released

Hall of Fame Game Kick Starts Fourth Consecutive Year of Three-Game Exhibition Slates

Pro Football Hall of Fame Game to Feature Texans vs. Panthers

The 2024 NFL preseason schedule is here, and for the fourth consecutive season, all but two teams will play three exhibition games before the regular season begins. The preseason will kick off with the Pro Football Hall of Fame Game in Canton, Ohio, on Aug. 2, featuring the Houston Texans and Carolina Panthers.

Most of the attention on NFL schedule release day is paid to the regular-season games, but the preseason still provides valuable opportunities for teams to evaluate their rosters and prepare for the upcoming campaign. With only two teams playing four preseason games, fans will have plenty of chances to catch their favorite teams in action before the games that count begin.

Here are some key takeaways from the 2024 NFL preseason schedule:

The Hall of Fame Game will be the only nationally televised preseason game on NBC. The rest of the preseason games will be shown on NFL Network or local affiliates.

The 2024 NFL preseason will feature 49 games in total, including the Hall of Fame Game.

All scheduled NFL games played in Week 1 of the 2024 season will be on ESPN, including game times, TV listings, and ticket information.

The hype for the 2024 NFL season is growing after the league unveiled the full preseason schedule. With a full slate of exhibition games on tap, fans will have plenty of opportunities to get ready for the upcoming campaign.