The 2025 NFL preseason began on July 31, and games will be played through Saturday, August 23. The New England Patriots play the Minnesota Vikings on Saturday, August 16 at 1 p.m. ET/10 a.m. PT. The game will air on local stations WBZ in Boston and FOX 9 in Minnesota, and will stream on NFL+.

The New England Patriots and the Minnesota Vikings face off in Week 2 of the NFL preseason today. Here's where to watch and start time.

Today’s NFL preseason action features the New England Patriots clashing with the Minnesota Vikings, live from Minneapolis.