Week 2 of the NFL preseason begins Thursday, Aug. 20, and every team will be on the field through Sunday, Aug. 23. For fans who want live coverage without a costly cable subscription, Sling provides flexible streaming passes that include the major networks carrying the games.
Where the games are airing
Nationally televised preseason matchups will be split among ESPN, FOX and NFL Network. The schedule includes:
- Thursday, Aug. 20 – Las Vegas Raiders at Houston Texans on ESPN (8 p.m. ET)
- Thursday, Aug. 20 – San Francisco 49ers at Los Angeles Chargers on NFL Network (10 p.m. ET)
- Friday, Aug. 21 – New York Jets at Pittsburgh Steelers on NFL Network (7 p.m. ET)
- Friday, Aug. 21 – Green Bay Packers at Denver Broncos on NFL Network (9 p.m. ET)
- Saturday, Aug. 22 – Buffalo Bills at Cleveland Browns on NFL Network (1 p.m. ET)
- Saturday, Aug. 22 – New York Giants at Miami Dolphins on NFL Network (4 p.m. ET)
- Saturday, Aug. 22 – Philadelphia Eagles at New England Patriots on NFL Network (7 p.m. ET)
- Saturday, Aug. 22 – Dallas Cowboys at Arizona Cardinals on NFL Network (10 p.m. ET)
- Sunday, Aug. 23 – Seattle Seahawks at Tennessee Titans on FOX (8 p.m. ET)
Streaming options with Sling
Sling offers three short‑term passes that give access to the Sling Orange package, which includes ESPN, FOX and NFL Network. The passes are priced as follows:
- 1‑Day Pass – $4.99 for 24‑hour access.
- 3‑Day Pass – $9.99 for coverage from Friday through Sunday.
- 7‑Day Pass – $14.99 for a full week of streaming.
Each pass can be enhanced with add‑on packages for an additional fee. Sports fans may want the “Sports Extra” add‑on, which adds channels such as MLB Network, NBA TV and NHL Network, as well as expanded ESPN content like ESPNU and ESPNews.
Device limits and channel bundles
Sling provides two core channel bundles. The Sling Orange package offers more than 30 channels, including ESPN and FOX, and streams on a single device. Sling Blue adds over 40 channels, featuring NFL Network and additional news outlets, and allows up to three simultaneous streams. The combined Orange + Blue bundle delivers 50+ channels and supports up to four devices at once.
Why a short‑term pass makes sense for preseason
The preseason schedule is brief, and many fans only want to watch a handful of games to evaluate new talent. A day or weekend pass avoids the expense of a full‑season subscription while still delivering live, high‑definition coverage of every matchup.
How to start watching
Visit Sling’s website or download the app, select the desired pass, and complete the checkout. After purchase, the pass activates immediately, and you can log in on any compatible device—smart TV, streaming stick, tablet or phone.
With the pass active, navigate to the ESPN, FOX or NFL Network channel listings at the scheduled game times. The service also offers a cloud DVR feature for those who wish to replay a game later, though availability may vary by pass level.
Bottom line
For fans who want live NFL preseason action without a long‑term cable contract, Sling’s day, three‑day and seven‑day passes provide an affordable, flexible solution. The passes include the essential networks, and optional add‑ons let you expand coverage to other sports and entertainment channels as needed.
Original reporting: Las Cruces Sun News (HLL/CB) — read the source article.
