Four NFL Preseason Games Open Final Week

5 sourcesUpdated Aug 28, 2026

The NFL’s final week of the preseason features four key games as teams evaluate depth and secure roster spots ahead of the regular season, with the Buffalo Bills hosting the Pittsburgh Steelers, the Cleveland Browns facing the New England Patriots, and the Las Vegas Raiders meeting the San Francisco 49ers before the Los Angeles Chargers cap the night against the Rams. Teams are focused on how players beyond the 53-man roster will contribute, including Steelers’ emphasis on practice squad battles to bolster depth in case of injuries. Broadcast and viewing options are varied, with games airing across NFL Network, Prime Video, ESPN Unlimited, and other platforms, and fans encouraged to plan ahead for last-minute futures bets and fantasy preparations. The slate also underscores the ongoing roster decisions that historically shape teams’ capabilities for the early regular season, with Fox Sports noting the importance of evaluating depth charts during this final week. In addition to on-field decisions, the slate highlights strategic moves like pregnancy of international or non-traditional matchups and schedule placements to maximize exposure and evaluation opportunities.

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