The Indianapolis Colts have named Daniel Jones their starting quarterback for Saturday’s preseason showdown with the Green Bay Packers at Lucas Oil Stadium. Jones, who joined the Colts in the offseason, is expected to share quarterback duties with 2023 first-round pick Anthony Richardson. The game kicks off at 1 p.m. ET on Saturday, August 16, and will be available on local CBS affiliates and via NFL+ for streaming.
Both the Colts and Packers are coming off Week One losses, and Week Two of the NFL’s 2025 preseason schedule features their matchup as Part of a broader slate of exhibition games. Here are the key details and viewing options for today’s game, plus the rest of the preseason schedule.
How to watch Packers vs. Colts in the preseason
– Date: Saturday, Aug. 16
– Time: 1:00 p.m. ET / 10:00 a.m. PT
– Game: Packers at Colts
– TV: CBS4 (Indianapolis)
– Streaming: NFL+
About the NFL preseason in 2025
– The preseason runs from July 31 through Saturday, August 23, 2025.
– In-market fans can usually tune in on local channels; out-of-market viewers can use NFL+ to stream live preseason action.
NFL+ details
– NFL+ Essential: $6.99 per month or $40 per year. Provides live local and primetime preseason games on mobile devices, live audio for every game, and access to out-of-market preseason games on supported devices.
– NFL+ Premium: $14.99 per month or $80 per year. Adds NFL Network, NFL RedZone, and full and condensed game replays on supported devices.
– NFL+ often includes a seven-day free trial.
2025 NFL preseason schedule (highlights)
Week 2 — Friday, Aug. 15
– Titans at Hawks, 7:00 p.m.
– Chiefs at Seahawks, 10:00 p.m.
Week 2 — Saturday, Aug. 16
– Dolphins at Lions, 1:00 p.m.
– Panthers at Texans, 1:00 p.m.
– Packers at Colts, 1:00 p.m.
– Patriots at Vikings, 1:00 p.m.
– Browns at Eagles, 1:00 p.m.
– 49ers at Raiders, 4:00 p.m.
– Ravens at Cowboys, 7:00 p.m.
– Chargers at Rams, 7:00 p.m.
– Jets at Giants, 7:00 p.m.
– Buccaneers at Steelers, 7:00 p.m.
– Cardinals at Broncos, 9:30 p.m.
Week 3 — Thursday, Aug. 21
– Steelers at Panthers, 7:00 p.m.
– Patriots at Giants, 8:00 p.m. (Prime Video)
Week 3 — Friday, Aug. 22
– Eagles at Jets, 7:30 p.m.
– Hawks at Cowboys, 8:00 p.m.
– Vikings at Titans, 8:00 p.m. (CBS)
– Bears at Chiefs, 8:20 p.m.
Week 3 — Saturday, Aug. 23
– Ravens at Commanders, noon
– Colts at Bengals, 1:00 p.m.
– Rams at Browns, 1:00 p.m.
– Texans at Lions, 1:00 p.m.
– Broncos at Saints, 1:00 p.m.
– Seahawks at Packers, 4:00 p.m.
– Jaguars at Dolphins, 7:00 p.m.
– Bills at Buccaneers, 7:30 p.m.
– Chargers at 49ers, 8:30 p.m.
– Raiders at Cardinals, 10:00 p.m.
Watching tips
– In-market games are commonly available on local channels. For out-of-market games, NFL+ is the primary streaming option, with Premium offering more expansive access across networks and replays.
– If you’re planning to follow multiple games, consider NFL+ Premium for the full network coverage, replays, and RedZone.
What this means for the Colts
– Naming Jones as the Week 2 starter signals the team’s ongoing evaluation of its quarterback depth behind Richardson. It provides both players valuable preseason reps and a chance to showcase their development and fit within the Colts’ system.
– The matchup against Green Bay offers an opportunity to test offensive schemes, protectors, and playmakers in live game reps ahead of the regular season.
Summary
The Colts have designated Daniel Jones as the Week 2 preseason starter against the Green Bay Packers, with Anthony Richardson expected to continue sharing quarterback duties. The game is set for Saturday at 1 p.m. ET at Lucas Oil Stadium, broadcast on CBS4 in Indianapolis and streaming on NFL+. Fans can also follow a full preseason schedule through the end of August across various networks and streaming platforms.
Editorial note
This preseason setup emphasizes a balanced evaluation of quarterback depth, giving Jones and Richardson meaningful snaps while the team assesses its offensive rhythm and readiness for the regular season. Positive outlook: the Colts’ plan to diversify reps among quarterbacks could lead to a more versatile and prepared offense as training camp progresses.