The anticipation for the 2024 NFL season is palpable, as preseason games have already showcased the talent and potential of all 32 teams. With Week 1 of the preseason in the books, fans got their first taste of football action, culminating in a variety of thrilling matchups spread over four days.
Kickoff to Preseason
The excitement began last Thursday with two eagerly awaited matchups, setting the stage for the season ahead. Friday continued the momentum with two additional games, followed by a jam-packed Saturday slate of nine games. The week concluded with an exciting Sunday doubleheader, offering fans plenty of gridiron drama and previewing the competitiveness to come.
Week 1 also featured the annual NFL Hall of Fame Game on August 1, where the Chicago Bears clinched a narrow victory over the Houston Texans, winning 21-17. This game, always a highlight of the preseason, lived up to its billing, providing a competitive start to the preseason festivities.
Upcoming Preseason Matchups
Looking ahead to Week 2, it all commences on Thursday night with a highly anticipated game as the Philadelphia Eagles face off against the New England Patriots at 7 p.m. This game is expected to be a fantastic showcase of skill and strategy, offering a glimpse into what both teams have refined during the offseason.
Saturday promises to be a football bonanza, featuring an array of confrontations that will keep fans glued to their seats:
- Atlanta Falcons vs. Baltimore Ravens at noon
- Cincinnati Bengals vs. Chicago Bears at 1 p.m.
- New York Giants vs. Houston Texans at 1 p.m.
- Detroit Lions vs. Kansas City Chiefs at 4 p.m.
- Minnesota Vikings vs. Cleveland Browns at 4:25 p.m.
- New York Jets vs. Carolina Panthers at 7 p.m.
- Arizona Cardinals vs. Indianapolis Colts at 7 p.m.
- Washington Commanders vs. Miami Dolphins at 7 p.m.
- Buffalo Bills vs. Pittsburgh Steelers at 7 p.m.
- Seattle Seahawks vs. Tennessee Titans at 7 p.m.
- Los Angeles Rams vs. Los Angeles Chargers at 7:05 p.m.
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs. Jacksonville Jaguars at 7:30 p.m.
- Dallas Cowboys vs. Las Vegas Raiders at 10 p.m.
Sunday continues the action with two intriguing matchups:
- Green Bay Packers vs. Denver Broncos at 8 p.m.
- New Orleans Saints vs. San Francisco 49ers at 8 p.m.
Final Week of Preseason
As we move into Week 3, the intensity only increases. Thursday's lineup includes two prime-time matches:
- Indianapolis Colts vs. Cincinnati Bengals at 8 p.m.
- Chicago Bears vs. Kansas City Chiefs at 8:20 p.m.
Friday night keeps the momentum with three anticipated matchups:
- Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Atlanta Falcons at 7 p.m.
- Miami Dolphins vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers at 7:30 p.m.
- San Francisco 49ers vs. Las Vegas Raiders at 10 p.m.
Saturday offers another full day of football excitement, including pivotal games:
- Carolina Panthers vs. Buffalo Bills at 1 p.m.
- Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Detroit Lions at 1 p.m.
- Baltimore Ravens vs. Green Bay Packers at 1 p.m.
- Los Angeles Rams vs. Houston Texans at 1 p.m.
- Minnesota Vikings vs. Philadelphia Eagles at 1 p.m.
- Los Angeles Chargers vs. Dallas Cowboys at 4 p.m.
- New York Giants vs. New York Jets at 7:30 p.m.
- Cleveland Browns vs. Seattle Seahawks at 10 p.m.
Week 3 concludes on Sunday with a trio of games:
- Tennessee Titans vs. New Orleans Saints at 2 p.m.
- Arizona Cardinals vs. Denver Broncos at 4:30 p.m.
- New England Patriots vs. Washington Commanders at 8 p.m.
With the preseason in full swing, teams are fine-tuning their rosters and game plans, all aiming for a strong start when the regular season kicks off. As each team takes the field, fans are left eagerly anticipating the epic battles and standout performances that make the NFL season an annual spectacle.