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NFL Preseason Kicks Off Tonight: Your Game Guide
13 Aug
Summary
- Six NFL preseason Week 1 games start August 13, 2026.
- Aaron Rodgers to play former teams, starting with Packers.
- Several coaches, including new Titans coach Saleh, debut.
Football fans have reason to celebrate as the 2026 NFL preseason officially kicks off on August 13th. Six games are scheduled for tonight, marking the beginning of the exhibition season before the regular season commences.
Notable matchups include the Lions facing the Bengals, and the Packers playing the Steelers. The Packers-Steelers game is particularly anticipated due to Aaron Rodgers' return, as he will face two of his former teams during the preseason, starting with Green Bay.
Other games tonight feature the Colts against the Patriots, the Chargers taking on the Texans, the Cardinals versus the Raiders, and the Titans playing the 49ers. This game also marks Robert Saleh's debut as the Titans' head coach.
Several teams will see new leadership, with coaches like Klint Kubiak with the Raiders and Mike LaFleur with the Cardinals beginning their tenures. Head coaches Jim Harbaugh of the Chargers and Zac Taylor of the Bengals have outlined plans for how their starters will be utilized during these preseason contests.
