As football fans track the remaining time until preseason kickoff, sports countdowns highlight key dates across the calendar, including the 2018 NFL preseason opener on August 2, 2018, between the Chicago Bears and Baltimore Ravens in Canton, OH.
When does the 2018 NFL preseason begin?
The 2018 NFL preseason officially gets underway on August 2, 2018, at 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time (5:00 p.m. Pacific Time) with the annual Hall of Fame Game. The matchup features the Chicago Bears against the Baltimore Ravens at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium in Canton, Ohio, and will be televised nationally on NBC. Tickets for the opening clash start at $60 via StubHub.
Who is in the 2018 Pro Football Hall of Fame class?
The kickoff week coincides with the enshrinement of eight football legends into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. The 2018 class features wide receivers Randy Moss and Terrell Owens, guard Jerry Kramer, linebackers Brian Urlacher, Ray Lewis, and Robert Brazile, safety Brian Dawkins, and general manager Bobby Beathard. The induction ceremony takes place on August 4, 2018, at 7:00 p.m. Eastern Time, with live coverage broadcast on ESPN and the NFL Network.
When does the 2018 NFL regular season kick off?
Following four weeks of preseason games designed for roster cuts and tactical adjustments, the regular season opens on September 6, 2018. The regular season opener pits the Atlanta Falcons against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia. Kickoff is scheduled for 8:20 p.m. Eastern Time (5:20 p.m. Pacific Time) with a national television broadcast on NBC. Ticketmaster lists starting prices for the regular season opener at $38.25.
Where will the 2019 NFL Draft take place?
Looking ahead past the fall schedule, the league confirmed that the 84th annual NFL Draft will be held in Nashville, Tennessee. The three-day event is scheduled from April 25, 2019, through April 27, 2019, with the opening round starting at 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time. The draft will be televised across ESPN, ESPN2, and the NFL Network.
How many preseason games does each NFL team play?
How many preseason games does each NFL team play?
Each team plays a four-week preseason schedule to evaluate players and finalize 53-man rosters before the regular season begins in September.
Which networks broadcast the Hall of Fame enshrinement ceremony?
The Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony is televised live on both ESPN and the NFL Network starting at 7:00 p.m. Eastern Time on August 4, 2018.
What is the starting ticket price for the Eagles-Falcons opener?
Tickets for the September 6 regular season opener between the Atlanta Falcons and Philadelphia Eagles are available through TicketMaster starting at $38.25.
