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nfl week 1 Preseason

Every Hall of Fame Game and preseason matchup, organized by week with exact dates, Eastern kickoff times, and national networks where announced.

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Last updated August 6, 2026 · Official schedule source: NFL.com

49Preseason games
4Schedule stages
Aug 6–29Complete date range
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Hall of Fame Game

1 gameAugust 6 · Eastern Time
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Preseason Week 1

16 gamesAugust 13–15 · Eastern Time
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Preseason Week 2

16 gamesAugust 20–23 · Eastern Time
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Preseason Week 3

16 gamesAugust 27–29 · Eastern Time
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How to read the schedule

Visitor first. Home team second.

Except for the neutral-site Hall of Fame Game, every card uses the visiting nickname first and the home nickname second. “Local TV” means regional availability varies; verify your local listing before kickoff.

National gamesNBC, ESPN, FOX, CBS, Prime Video and NFL Network are labeled.
Time standardEvery kickoff is displayed in Eastern Time.
Schedule changesRecheck official listings on game day.
Quick answers

2026 preseason FAQs

When does the 2026 NFL preseason begin?

Thursday, August 6, with Panthers vs Cardinals in the Hall of Fame Game at 8:00 PM Eastern Time.

How many games are listed?

There are 49 games: one Hall of Fame Game plus 16 games in each of Preseason Weeks 1, 2 and 3.

Which nickname is the home team?

The second nickname is the home team, except for the neutral-site Hall of Fame Game in Canton.

Are all times Eastern?

Yes. Every kickoff time on this page is shown in Eastern Time.