The much-awaited kickoff to the 2023 NFL regular season is finally here, after a long six-month wait since Super Bowl LVII. Football fans can rejoice as the second week of the 2023 NFL preseason has officially begun, promising an action-packed weekend of games. One of the standout matchups of this weekend is the game between the Jacksonville Jaguars and the Detroit Lions, both teams entering the game with a 1-0 record.
If you’re eagerly looking forward to watching this preseason game, along with the others scheduled for this weekend, we’ve got some options and recommendations for you. The game between the Jaguars and Lions is scheduled for Saturday, August 19 at 1:00 p.m. EDT (10:00 a.m. PDT) and will be airing on the NFL Network.
For those who have cable TV, NFL Network is generally included in many cable packages. However, if your cable TV package doesn’t offer NFL Network, there are still cost-effective ways to access it. One such option is subscribing to Sling TV, a streaming service that offers the NFL Network along with local NBC, Fox, ABC affiliates (where available), and ESPN through its Orange + Blue Tier plan. Additionally, Sling TV provides 50 hours of cloud-based DVR recording space, perfect for capturing all the exciting NFL matchups and FIFA Women’s World Cup games of the season. Sling TV’s current promotion offers 50% off for the first month, bringing the cost down to just $30.
If you’re a die-hard football fan who wants to catch all the preseason games, including those that are out-of-market, NFL+ is a premium streaming service worth considering. For just $40 per year (or $7 per month), NFL+ provides access to NFL Network and all the preseason games, regardless of location. With NFL+ Premium, you can take your NFL experience to the next level by upgrading to include NFL RedZone and watch up to eight NFL games simultaneously. A seven-day free trial is available for new users.
Another streaming service where you can catch the Jaguars vs. Lions game is FuboTV. FuboTV is a sports-centric streaming service that offers almost every NFL game of the season, including the preseason matchups. Their packages include CBS, Fox, NBC, ESPN, NFL Network, NFL RedZone, and more. FuboTV starts at $75 per month for the Pro tier (which includes NFL Network), while the Ultimate tier at $100 per month also includes NFL RedZone.
If you prefer watching the NFL without cable, Hulu + Live TV is a suitable option. This bundle provides access to 90 channels, including Fox, FS1, and ESPN, making it easier to catch every game on every network. Additionally, Hulu + Live TV offers live NFL preseason games, exclusive regular season games, popular studio shows like NFL Total Access and Good Morning Football, and much more. The bundle also comes with unlimited DVR storage. The cost for Hulu + Live TV is $70 per month and includes ESPN+ and Disney+.
The NFL Preseason will run until August 27, providing fans with a taste of what’s to come in the 2023-4 NFL season. Some of the key storylines to watch out for include four-time NFL MVP Aaron Rodgers donning a new uniform with the New York Jets, Geno Smith leading the Seattle Seahawks in the NFC West, and Brock Purdy’s rise from third-string to playoff starter for the San Francisco 49ers. Other exciting storylines involve Odell Beckham Jr.’s move to Baltimore to team up with Lamar Jackson and the potential of their dynamic partnership.
The 2023-4 NFL season promises to be an exhilarating one with these intriguing storylines and many more. So, buckle up as we embark on this exciting journey together. Football is back and ready to entertain fans once again with its thrilling action and nail-biting moments.
