The 2024 NFL season is on the horizon, and anticipation is already building as all 32 teams have engaged in preseason action. The preseason kick-started last Thursday with Week 1, consisting of two games that evening, followed by two more on Friday night. Saturday was packed with nine matchups, mentre Sunday wound down the week with a doubleheader, giving fans a thrilling preview of what's to come.
Highlighting the preseason so far was the NFL Hall of Fame Game that took place on August 1, where the Chicago Bears edged past the Houston Texans with a 21-17 victory. This victory, though not part of the regular season, provided a glimpse into the potential strategy and player dynamics that might unfold once the season officially starts.
Week 2 Showdowns
Week 2 promises to maintain the momentum. The Philadelphia Eagles will meet the New England Patriots on Thursday night at 7 p.m., marking the start of another engaging slate of games. Saturday's matchups are set to entertain fans across the board:
- 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.
The schedule for Sunday includes:
- Green Bay Packers vs. Denver Broncos at 8 p.m.
- New Orleans Saints vs. San Francisco 49ers at 8 p.m.
Looking Ahead to Week 3
As we approach Week 3 of the preseason, fans can expect the excitement to continue. The week kicks off with two Thursday night games—Indianapolis Colts versus Cincinnati Bengals at 8 p.m., and the Chicago Bears taking on the Kansas City Chiefs at 8:20 p.m.
Friday night in Week 3 will feature:
- 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's lineup is packed with notable matchups:
- 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.
Sunday will wrap up Week 3 with three 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.
The preseason has already given fans much to look forward to in the regular season. From standout player performances to close matches, the tone for the competitive 2024 season is set. As each team continues to refine their strategies and evaluate their rosters, the final weeks of the preseason will be critical in shaping the squads that will take the field in pursuit of the Super Bowl.