​USA TODAY Network via Reuters ConnectThe final week of the preseason NFL schedule concludes tonight. The final depth chart battles will be decided, and this week’s games will be the last dress rehearsal before the 2026 season officially begins on Sept. 6.Below, you can find all the important details about how to watch Saturday’s preseason matchups and get a look at the upcoming NFL schedule for Week 3 of the preseason.NFL games today (Preseason Week 3)DateGameTime (ET)TV InfoSaturday, August 29Lions @ Colts1:00 PMNFL NetworkSaturday, August 29Bears @ Titans6:00 PMNFL NetworkWhat channel are the NFL preseason games on?The various NFL games in Week 3 of the preseason can be found on local affiliate stations, CBS, Prime Video, NFL Network, or the ESPN app with the unlimited plan.Which Week 3 games are on national TV?Thursday’s national games are Steelers at Bills (NFL Network), Patriots at Browns (Prime Video), and Rams at Chargers (NFL Network). Then on Friday, Bengals at Eagles (CBS) and Vikings at Broncos (NFL Network) can be seen by most fans. Finally, Saturday’s matchups of Lions at Colts (NFL Network) and Bears at Titans (NFL Network) can be viewed across the country.Can I watch NFL preseason games for free?During the 2026 preseason, the majority of games will air exclusively on local television stations. Giving NFL fans the ability to watch games on major broadcast networks for free.Are the starters playing in Week 3?Aug 22, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) holds the ball against the Cincinnati Bengals in the first half at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn ImagesSome starters will take to the field for this week’s games. But many of them will be limited or healthy scratches for the final game before the regular season starts.How do I watch out-of-market preseason games?You have several options to watch out-of-market preseason games this year. NFL+ will offer games through its service, while a selection of games during the 2026 NFL preseason will also be available through NFL Network and the ESPN App.How can I watch preseason games without cable?If you are a football fan who cut the cord and moved to streaming services like YouTube TV, Fubo TV, NFL+, Paramount+, or Hulu + Live TV, all of those services offer Week 3 preseason action.Week 1 of 2026 regular-season NFL scheduleDateGameTime (ET)TV InfoWednesday, September 9Patriots @ Seahawks8:20 PMNBCThursday, September 1049ers @ Rams8:35 PMNetflixSunday, September 13Buccaneers @ Bengals1:00 PMFOXSunday, September 13Saints @ Lions1:00 PMFOXSunday, September 13Jets @ Titans1:00 PMCBSSunday, September 13Ravens @ Colts1:00 PMCBSSunday, September 13Falcons @ Steelers1:00 PMFOXSunday, September 13Bears @ Panthers1:00 PMFOXSunday, September 13Browns @ Jaguars1:00 PMCBSSunday, September 13Bills @ Texans1:00 PMCBSSunday, September 13Dolphins @ Raiders4:25 PMFOXSunday, September 13Packers @ Vikings4:25 PMCBSSunday, September 13Command