Week 2 of the NFL preseason ramps up on Saturday with a full slate of 11 games, giving fans almost 12 hours of football as teams continue to shape their rosters ahead of the regular season. The day features four national telecasts and a packed local slate, building anticipation for a season that’s fast approaching.
Saturday’s action kicks off with four early afternoon matchups, including the Browns heading to Philadelphia to face the Eagles in a clash highlighted by the preseason’s breakout performer, Tanner McKee. While Shedeur Sanders isn’t expected to play, fans may get their first glimpse of Dillon Gabriel in the showcase window.
The national slate continues with Ashton Jeanty and the Las Vegas Raiders before switching to the Snoopy Bowl at MetLife Stadium, where the Giants host the Jets.
It’s a reminder that meaningful football is back in earnest—an appetizing preview of what the regular season will bring in September.
NFL preseason Week 2 schedule for Saturday, Aug. 16 (All times Eastern)
– Miami Dolphins at Detroit Lions, 1:00 p.m.
– Green Bay Packers at Indianapolis Colts, 1:00 p.m.
– New England Patriots at Minnesota Vikings, 1:00 p.m.
– Cleveland Browns at Philadelphia Eagles, 1:00 p.m.
– Carolina Panthers at Houston Texans, 1:00 p.m.
– San Francisco 49ers at Las Vegas Raiders, 4:00 p.m.
– Baltimore Ravens at Dallas Cowboys, 7:00 p.m.
– Los Angeles Chargers at Los Angeles Rams, 7:00 p.m.
– New York Jets at New York Giants, 7:00 p.m.
– Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Pittsburgh Steelers, 7:00 p.m.
– Arizona Cardinals at Denver Broncos, 9:30 p.m.
TV channels and how to watch
Saturday’s slate features four games on NFL Network, with the remaining eight contests airing on local markets. For fans choosing to stream, Fubo carries NFL Network and offers a free trial.
BetMGM odds for every Saturday preseason game (as of Friday)
– Dolphins at Lions: Dolphins -1.5, O/U 37.5
– Panthers at Texans: Texans -1.5, O/U 39.5
– Packers at Colts: Colts -6, O/U 40.5
– Patriots at Vikings: Vikings -1.5, O/U 37.5
– Browns at Eagles: Eagles -4, O/U 37.5
– 49ers at Raiders: Raiders -4.5, O/U 40.5
– Ravens at Cowboys: Ravens -1.5, O/U 36.5
– Chargers at Rams: Chargers -6.5, O/U 38.5
– Jets at Giants: Giants -3.5, O/U 39.5
– Buccaneers at Steelers: Buccaneers -2.5, O/U 38.5
– Cardinals at Broncos: Broncos -3, O/U 38.5
What to watch and where to focus
– Tanner McKee’s progression for the Browns could be a focal point against a tough Eagles defense, with analysts watching for decision-making and timing in structure-heavy drives.
– Dillon Gabriel’s potential chance to showcase what he can bring to the roster adds an extra layer of intrigue for fans of the Team X quarterback, depending on playtime.
– The Jets-Giants Snoopy Bowl typically offers a closer look at depth chart battles and special-teams competition as rosters firm up ahead of Week 1.
– Ashton Jeanty and the Raiders will be under the spotlight in their matchup, as depth players compete for roles on an offense that’s reshaping under new schemes.
– Across the slate, teams will assess backups at quarterback, evaluate receivers’ separation, and test defensive schemes while avoiding injuries.
A note for fans
Saturday’s lineup is designed to help teams refine playbooks and give younger players a chance to shine in real-game conditions. It also serves as an early barometer for coaching staff decisions as rosters begin to take final shape before the regular season kicks off in September. With multiple games scattered across networks and local channels, there are plenty of options to catch live football across the country.
Summary
Saturday features 11 NFL preseason games, including four national telecasts and a robust local slate, with kickoff starting at 1:00 p.m. ET and a late-night matchup at 9:30 p.m. ET. Streaming is available via Fubo for those seeking NFL Network access, and BetMGM provides a full round of updated odds for all games. The day offers meaningful early-season clues, opportunities for young players to prove themselves, and a hopeful kickoff to a much-anticipated football season.