How to Watch the Minnesota Vikings vs. Cleveland Browns NFL Preseason Game: Start Time and Live Stream

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It's Week 2 of the 2024 NFL preseason and the Minnesota Vikings play the Cleveland Browns today following two joint practices in Berea.From injuries to arrests, it has been quite the week for both the Browns and the Vikings.Kickoff from Cleveland Browns Stadium is set for 4:25 p.m. ET.

Watch Today's Game on Sling TV

The Vikings first-round pick for quarterback, J.J. McCarthy, is set to miss the entirety of the 2024 season after undergoing meniscus surgery this week.Now, the Vikings will turn to 27-year-old Sam Darnold as their signal caller.Minnesota's No. 2 wide receiver Jordan Addison sustained a left ankle injury during practice on Wednesday and is expected to miss some time.

Here iseverything to know about how to watch theMinnesota Vikings vs. Cleveland Browns game today, including the TV channel and best livestream options.

How to Watch the Minnesota Vikings vs. Cleveland Browns Game Without Cable

TheMinnesota Vikings vs. Cleveland Browns gamewill air live on NFL Network. If you don't have cable, you can stream theNFL Preseason Week 2 game on Sling TV .

The most cost-effective way to watch today's game is through Sling TV as you'll also be able to watch all 21 NFL preseason games for the lowest price.Right now, there is a Sling TV deal offering 50% off your first month — bringing the Blue package with NFL Network down to just $22.50 and the comprehensive Orange + Blue package down to $30.

With its Orange + Blue Tier plan, Sling TV offers access to local NBC, Fox and ABC affiliates (where available), plus ESPN and NFL Network. Right now, you can get 50% off your first month of Sling TV for just $30.

Sling TV comes with 50 hours of free cloud-based DVR recording space, perfect for recording the Vikings at Browns matchupif you're not home to watch it live.

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What time is the Minnesota Vikings vs. Cleveland Browns preseason game?

The 2024 NFL preseason battlebetween the Minnesota Vikings and Cleveland Browns is set to kick off Saturday, August 17 at 4:25 p.m. ET (1:25 p.m. PT).

What channel is the Vikings vs. Browns game on today?

The Minnesota Vikings vs. Cleveland Browns will air live from Cleveland Browns Stadium on NFL Network today.

Key dates for the 2024 NFL season

Here are all the important dates football fans will want to mark in their calendar for the upcoming NFL preseason and NFL regular season.

August 1 : Hall of Fame Game
August 1-4 : Hall of Fame Weekend
August 8-11 : First Preseason Weekend
August 15-18 : Second Preseason Weekend
August 22-25 : Third Preseason Weekend
September 1 : Final Day of Preseason Training Camps
September 5 : First Week of Regular Season Games
September 5-6 and September 8-9 : Kickoff Weekend
September 6 : NFL International Game at Corinthians Arena in Brazil (Green Bay Packers vs. Philadelphia Eagles)
October 6 : NFL International Game at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London (New York Jets vs. Minnesota Vikings)
October 13 :NFL International Game at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London (Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Chicago Bears)
October 15-16 : Fall League Meeting
October 20 : NFL International Game at Wembley Stadium in London (New England Patriots vs. Jacksonville Jaguars)
November 10 :NFL International Game at Allianz Arena in Germany (New York Giants vs. Carolina Panthers)
December 10-11 : Special Leage Meeting
January 11-13 : Super Wild Card Weekend
January 30 : East-West Shrine Bowl
February 1 : Senior Bowl
February 2 : Pro Bowl Games
February 9 : Super Bowl LIX at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans
February 24 to March 3 : NFL Scouting Combine

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