How to watch Jets-Commanders 2024 preseason opener for free

After a tense practice earlier this week, the New York Jets are ready to hit the field for their first preseason matchup.

While this season will mark a comeback for quarterback and captain Aaron Rodgers, who tore his achilles during the first game of the 2023-2024 season, don’t expect to see him on the field this afternoon.

Rodgers was held out of Thursday’s practice due to weather and he is not slated to play today or in next week’s game against the Carolina Panthers. Rodgers and head coach Robert Saleh haven’t ruled out the final preseason game against local rivals New York Giants yet, though.

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Below, check out everything you need to know to tune into the match, from start time and channel to how to watch for free.

Jets-Commanders date and time: When is the Jets’ first preseason game?

Kickoff at the Jets vs. Commanders game is set for 12:00 p.m. ET today, August 10.

What channel is Jets-Commanders airing on?

The Jets’ preseason game against the Commandewrs is airing on CBS in the New York metro area.

How to watch Jets-Commanders for free:

The best way to stream the Jets game for free if you don’t have cable is with a live TV streaming service free trial. Our favorite is DIRECTV Stream, which offers a five-day free trial for new subscribers. When the trial is over, you’ll pay $79.99/month for over 90 live channels.

Other ways to stream Jets-Commanders:

You can also stream Jets vs. Commanders with a Paramount+ subscription. To watch live local CBS, you’ll specifically need the Paramount+ with Showtime subscription, which costs $11.99/month after a one week free trial.

New York Jets preseason schedule: When are the Jets’ preseason games?

In addition to today’s matchup against the Commanders, the Jets will play two preseason games.

• at Panthers — Saturday, August 17 at 7:00 p.m. ET
• vs. Giants — Saturday, August 24 at 7:30 p.m. ET

Where is Jets-Commanders being played today?

The Jets and Commanders are playing today’s preseason game at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ.

What to know about today’s Jets-Commanders game:

As noted above, QB Aaron Rodgers isn’t going to play in today’s game. Per the Jets, the Commanders will give their QB of the future Jayden Daniels the starting nod. The Jets’ 2024 rookie class will also make their MetLife Stadium debuts; this includes first-round pick Olu Fashanu, fourth-round pick Braelon Allen, and fifth-round pick Isaiah Davis.

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