The NFL is back! While preseason football might not carry the same weight as the regular season, it’s a valuable opportunity for fans to get a first look at rookies in live action, witness players competing for roster spots, and catch glimpses of potential breakout stars. This guide provides a comprehensive overview of how to stream every snap of the 2024 NFL preseason.
Fubo splash screen on a TV.Fubo offers a free trial to stream NFL preseason games. (Phil Nickinson / MaagX)
2024 NFL Preseason Schedule Highlights
The 2024 NFL preseason kicks off with a slate of exciting matchups. Check local listings for complete broadcast details, but here are a few key dates:
- August 8: Panthers at Patriots, 7:00 p.m. ET
- August 8: Lions at Giants, 7:00 p.m. ET
- August 9: Texans at Steelers, 7:00 p.m. ET
- August 9: Falcons at Dolphins, 7:00 p.m. ET
- August 8: Eagles at Ravens, 7:30 p.m. ET
For the full preseason schedule and broadcast information by market, consult resources like 506sports.com.
Free NFL Preseason Streaming Options
Watching NFL preseason games for free depends largely on your location and the broadcast channel for your local team. However, Fubo offers a viable option for streaming both in-market and nationally televised games. Their “Pro” package includes major networks like ABC, CBS, Fox, and NBC in most markets, along with NFL Network, which carries many out-of-market games live and replays of every preseason game.
Fubo’s monthly subscription comes with a seven-day free trial, allowing you to watch select games without spending a dime.
Other Streaming Services for NFL Preseason
YouTube TV and DirecTV Stream also provide options for streaming NFL preseason games. YouTube TV’s “Base Plan” includes major networks and NFL Network in most markets and is the exclusive provider of NFL Sunday Ticket for out-of-market regular season games. DirecTV Stream’s “Entertainment” package offers similar coverage, but NFL Network requires upgrading to the “Choice” bundle. Both services offer free trials, allowing you to explore their offerings before committing to a subscription.
Watching Out-of-Market Preseason Games
NFL Plus on an iPhone.NFL+ offers access to out-of-market preseason games. (Phil Nickinson/MaagX / MaagX)
For fans looking to watch out-of-market preseason games not aired nationally, NFL+ is the ideal solution. A cost-effective subscription provides access to live streams of all out-of-market preseason games, along with NFL Network and live local and primetime regular season games on mobile devices.
Streaming NFL Preseason Games Internationally
NordVPN app listing on Apple TV.A VPN can provide access to streaming services while abroad. (Phil Nickinson / MaagX)
Fans outside the US and China can stream every NFL game, including preseason, regular season, and playoffs, through DAZN. Canadian subscribers can access all games with a regular DAZN subscription, while other international viewers will need Game Pass International through DAZN.
Alternatively, a Virtual Private Network (VPN) can mask your location and connect you to a US server, granting access to services like Fubo, YouTube TV, and DirecTV Stream while abroad.
Conclusion: Get Ready for Kickoff
With a range of streaming options available, catching all the preseason action is easier than ever. Whether you’re looking for free trials, out-of-market access, or international streaming solutions, this guide has you covered. Now, get ready for the 2024 NFL preseason kickoff!
