Network to broadcast an extensive lineup featuring doubleheaders and tripleheaders across four days
INGLEWOOD, Calif. –- NFL Network has unveiled its ambitious Preseason Week 1 schedule, featuring eight live games spanning four days of coverage, including multiple doubleheaders and a Saturday tripleheader, along with complete re-airs of every preseason matchup.
Opening Night Doubleheader Kicks Off Thursday
The network’s preseason coverage launches Thursday, August 7, with a prime-time doubleheader beginning at 7 p.m. ET as the Indianapolis Colts visit the Baltimore Ravens. The evening concludes with a West Coast showdown at 10 p.m. ET, featuring the Las Vegas Raiders traveling to face the Seattle Seahawks in what marks head coach Pete Carroll’s highly anticipated return to Seattle.
NFL GameDay Kickoff will set the stage at 6 p.m. ET, hosted by Rhett Lewis alongside analysts Daniel Jeremiah and Bucky Brooks.
Weekend Programming Intensifies
Friday’s coverage continues with the Cleveland Browns taking on the Carolina Panthers at 7 p.m. ET, bookended by NFL GameDay programming featuring Lewis, Jeremiah, and Maurice Jones-Drew.
Saturday delivers the week’s most extensive coverage with a tripleheader beginning at 1 p.m. ET. The New York Giants face the Buffalo Bills, followed by the Minnesota Vikings versus the Houston Texans at 4 p.m. ET, and concluding with the New York Jets against the Green Bay Packers at 8 p.m. ET.
The weekend wraps up Sunday with another doubleheader: the Miami Dolphins visit the Chicago Bears at 1 p.m. ET, followed by the New Orleans Saints taking on the Los Angeles Chargers at 4 p.m. ET.
Comprehensive Broadcast Coverage
NFL Network has assembled an extensive broadcast team for the week’s coverage. Notable assignments include:
- Colts vs. Ravens: Gerry Sandusky (play-by-play), Rod Woodson (analyst), Evan Washburn (sideline)
- Raiders vs. Seahawks: Kate Scott (play-by-play), Michael Robinson & Michael Bennett (analysts)
- Jets vs. Packers: Kevin Harlan (play-by-play), John Kuhn (analyst), Ashley Washburn (sideline)
Viewing Options and Accessibility
All live preseason games will be available through NFL+ and authenticated NFL Network distributor apps and sites. The network emphasizes that live games are subject to local blackouts in participating team markets, where games will be available on local broadcast television.
For markets affected by blackouts, NFL Network will provide alternate live feeds:
- Cleveland and Charlotte markets will receive Lions vs. Falcons coverage during the Browns-Panthers game
- New York and Green Bay markets will see Chiefs vs. Cardinals during the Jets-Packers matchup
Extended Programming Schedule
Beyond live coverage, NFL Network will provide comprehensive re-air programming throughout the following week, ensuring fans can catch every game multiple times across various time slots, including early morning and late-night options to accommodate different viewing preferences.
The network’s commitment to preseason coverage reflects the growing importance of these games for roster evaluation, rookie development, and fan engagement as teams prepare for the 2025 regular season.
About NFL Network: NFL Network provides year-round coverage of the National Football League, including 21 live preseason games. The network is available across multiple platforms through NFL+ and authenticated distributor services. For complete viewing information, visit NFL.com/watch.
All times listed are Eastern Time. Live games are subject to local blackout restrictions. Complete schedule and re-air information available at NFL.com. For more NFL news and analysis, follow Bad Dawg Sports across all platforms and subscribe for exclusive insider content.
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