Eagles vs. Patriots KICKOFF TIME CONFIRMED — NFL Fans, Take Note!
NFL fans, mark your calendars!
The Philadelphia Eagles vs. New England Patriots matchup is set for Saturday, August 22, 2026, and supporters of both teams should take note of the latest kickoff and broadcast information.
The Eagles will travel to Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts, to face the Patriots in Preseason Week 2.
According to the latest official schedules from the NFL, the Eagles and Patriots, the game is scheduled to begin at 7:00 PM Eastern Time (ET/EDT).
⏰ Eagles vs. Patriots: What Time Is Kickoff?
Here are the key details fans need to know:
- Matchup: Philadelphia Eagles vs. New England Patriots
- Date: Saturday, August 22, 2026
- Kickoff: 7:00 PM ET / 7:00 PM EDT
- Venue: Gillette Stadium, Foxborough, Massachusetts
- NFL: Preseason Week 2
- Eagles local broadcast: NBC10
- Eagles radio: 94WIP
- Patriots local broadcast: WBZ / Patriots Preseason Network
The official Patriots schedule lists the game at 7:00 PM EDT, while the Eagles’ official schedule also confirms a 7:00 PM EDT kickoff.
The NFL’s schedule likewise lists Philadelphia at New England for Saturday night at 7:00 PM.
For fans watching across the United States, the kickoff translates to:
- 7:00 PM ET — Eastern Time
- 6:00 PM CT — Central Time
- 5:00 PM MT — Mountain Time
- 4:00 PM PT — Pacific Time
So, East Coast fans should be ready at 7:00 PM, while viewers on the West Coast will see the game begin at 4:00 PM Pacific Time.
🏈 Eagles Head to Foxborough for Preseason Week 2
Philadelphia enters the matchup after opening its 2026 preseason schedule against the Baltimore Ravens on Saturday, August 15.
The Eagles then head to Foxborough for their second preseason game before returning home to face the Cincinnati Bengals on Friday, August 28.
For Philadelphia, the matchup provides another valuable opportunity to evaluate the roster and give players meaningful preseason reps.
The Patriots also opened their preseason at home, hosting the Indianapolis Colts on Thursday, August 13.
After facing Philadelphia, New England is scheduled to finish its preseason on the road against the Cleveland Browns.
That means Saturday night’s game is an important part of the final preparations for both organizations as they continue building toward the 2026 regular season.
🔥 Eagles and Patriots Set for an Interesting Preseason Battle
There is also some extra intrigue surrounding this matchup because the Eagles and Patriots have a long history of facing one another.
While this is only a preseason contest, both coaching staffs will have plenty to evaluate.
Players competing for roster spots, starting roles and depth-chart positions will be looking for opportunities to make an impression.
The Patriots are also scheduled to hold joint practices with the Eagles on Wednesday, August 19, and Thursday, August 20, immediately before Saturday’s game.
That gives both teams additional opportunities to work against one another before the preseason matchup.
For fans, those joint practices add another layer of interest to the weekend.
Players and coaches will already have spent two days working against familiar opponents before taking the field under game conditions.
📺 How Can Fans Watch Eagles vs. Patriots?
The Eagles’ official schedule lists NBC10 as the local television broadcast for the August 22 matchup, with 94WIP providing radio coverage.
The Patriots list WBZ / Patriots Preseason Network as their local television coverage, along with 98.5 FM The Sports Hub for radio coverage.
Fans outside the local broadcast markets should check their local listings and available streaming options before kickoff, as preseason viewing availability can vary depending on location.
🚨 Don’t Get the Date or Time Wrong!
The most important information to remember is:
PHILADELPHIA EAGLES vs. NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS
📅 Saturday, August 22, 2026
⏰ 7:00 PM ET / 6:00 PM CT / 5:00 PM MT / 4:00 PM PT
🏟️ Gillette Stadium — Foxborough, Massachusetts
🏈 NFL Preseason Week 2
The latest official information from the NFL and both teams confirms the 7:00 PM Eastern Time kickoff.
So, Eagles and Patriots fans, don’t wait until the last minute.
Set your reminders, check your local broadcast information and get ready for Saturday night football.
Philadelphia will be looking to make a strong impression on the road, while New England will have the advantage of playing in front of its home crowd.
With joint practices adding another element to the matchup, there should be plenty for NFL fans to watch closely.
Saturday night is football night — Eagles vs. Patriots at 7:00 PM ET.
Make sure you’re ready before the opening whistle!