NFL preseason Week 1 features games including Steelers vs. Packers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 9:43 PM
Last updated Aug 12, 2026
The 2026 NFL preseason begins Thursday, August 13, with six games scheduled. Key matchups include the Green Bay Packers facing the Pittsburgh Steelers at 7 p.m. ET, broadcasting on NFL Network and locally on KDKA CBS2 and WGBA NBC26. Another game features the Detroit Lions against the Cincinnati Bengals, commencing at the same time and available on WXIX FOX19 and WJBK FOX2. Fans can stream both games on NFL+.
- •Six games are scheduled for Thursday, August 13, 2026
- •Steelers play Packers and Lions face Bengals at 7 p.m. ET
- •Broadcasting on NFL Network and local affiliates
- •Games available for streaming on NFL+
- •Preseason offers teams a chance to assess their rosters
- 9:43 PMYahoo Sports — What channel are Thursday NFL games live? NFL preseason Week 1 TV schedule
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