What time is NFL Hall of Fame Game tonight? Channel, TV schedule to watch Bears vs. Texans in preseason

The wait is over. The NFL is back.

The Texans and Bears will kick off the 2024 preseason slate in Canton, Ohio in the NFL Hall of Fame Game on Thursday night.

Thursday's game marks the beginning of a special weekend for both franchises. This year's Hall of Fame Enshrinement is set for Saturday, and the Class of 2024 includes three former Bears — Devin Hester, Steve McMichael and Julius Peppers — as well as Texans great Andre Johnson.

Anticipation for the season is high in Chicago with the Bears entering 2024 led by their new franchise quarterback, No. 1 overall pick Caleb Williams. Excitement is brewing in Houston, too, with C.J. Stroud primed for a strong sophomore season after an impressive rookie campaign.

Here is everything you need to know in order to watch this year's Hall of Fame Game, including TV and live stream options.

What time is the NFL Hall of Fame Game tonight?

• Date: Thursday, Aug. 1
• Time: 8 p.m. ET

The NFL Hall of Fame Game between the Bears and Texans will begin at 8 p.m. ET on Thursday, Aug. 1. The game will be played at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium in Canton, Ohio.

What channel is the NFL Hall of Fame Game on tonight?

• TV channel: ESPN | ABC
• Live stream: Fubo

ESPN and ABC will have live coverage of this year's NFL Hall of Fame Game. Joe Buck (play-by-play), Troy Aikman (color analyst) and Lisa Salters (sideline reporter) will have the call.

Fans can also stream the game on Fubo , which offers a free trial so you can try before you buy.

NFL Hall of Fame Game radio station

• Radio channel: SiriusXM channel 88

Listen to the NFL Hall of Fame Game live on SiriusXM NFL Radio, channel 88.

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NFL Hall of Fame Game tickets

• Tickets: StubHub

Tickets to the 2024 NFL Hall of Fame Game between the Bears and Texans are available on StubHub, using the link below.