The Patriots depth chart is one thing in August; the way a preseason game is distributed is another. New England’s game against the Cleveland Browns is built for fans who want to follow the competition from every angle, with Prime Video carrying the broadcast and WCVB Channel 5 available in the Boston area.
That matters because preseason viewing is often split between local fans, out-of-market viewers and people tracking roster battles on the move. In this case, the options are spread across television, streaming, radio and Patriots digital platforms, so there is no shortage of ways to keep up with the Patriots depth chart as the game unfolds.
How to watch the game
For television and streaming, the game will be available on Prime Video, while fans in Boston can also watch on WCVB Channel 5. Al Michaels will handle play-by-play duties, giving the broadcast a familiar national feel.
For viewers outside the local market, NFL+ allows out-of-market preseason games on a phone or tablet, along with other selected games. That gives fans another option if they are following the Patriots depth chart from away from New England.
How to listen and follow along
Radio coverage is set for 98.5, the Patriots Radio Network, SiriusXM and the SiriusXM App, with Bob Socci and Scott Zolak among the listed voices. For fans who prefer a live written feed, Kirsch Words In-Game Live Blog will provide commentary, stats, score updates and highlights on Patriots.com during the game.
The pregame and postgame coverage is built out as well. The Dunkin' Patriots Pregame Show will air Thursday night from 6:45 PM to 7:45 PM ET on Patriots.com and related platforms, while the Patriots Postgame Show will begin immediately after the game on Patriots.com, Patriots YouTube and the official Patriots app.
That full spread of options fits the purpose of preseason football. The game itself is important, but so is the information around it: who is playing, who is moving up, and what the Patriots depth chart may look like when the next week arrives. In August, the viewing guide is part of the story.
