How to watch Cleveland Browns preseason game today | Shedeur Sanders

Shedeur Sanders gets the start as the Cleveland Browns host the Buffalo Bills in the NFL preseason today. Find out how to watch for free.John Kuntz, cleveland.comIf you purchase a product through a link on our site, we may receive compensation.By Robert Fenbers, cleveland.comcleveland.com Express DeskCLEVELAND, Ohio -- Shedeur Sanders takes the spotlight as the Cleveland Browns host the Buffalo Bills in preseason action today – Saturday, Aug. 22 – at Huntington Bank Field. This game is available to watch on multiple channels and streaming platforms.This game will broadcast live on WEWS Channel 5 (Cleveland), WIVB-CBS (Buffalo) and NFL Network at 1 p.m. Eastern. If you don’t have cable, you can still catch watch Sanders and the Browns at no cost by utilizing multiple streaming options, including FuboTV ($25 off first month) and DIRECTV ($35 off first month), which both offer a free trial. Sling TV offers NFL Network with Sling Blue (over 40 channels) for $45.99 per month, or you can elect for Sling Select for $19.99, which also offers nearly two dozen channels, including local channels in select markets. Here are five storylines to watch for today’s game: 1. Shedeur Sanders gets his opportunity to win the starting QB roleWith embattled quarterback Deshaun Watson closing in on securing the starting role, Sanders faces a high-stakes opportunity in today’s game. He will have to overcome the challenge of playing without most of the starting offensive line to prove he can be the team’s answer at the position.2. Rookies KC Concepcion and Spencer Fano emerge as immediate impact playersRookie receiver KC Concepcion has quickly established himself as a versatile offensive weapon, recording a 14-yard rushing touchdown and multiple receptions during preseason play and joint practices. Meanwhile, offensive tackle Spencer Fano has already secured a starting role by consistently outperforming expectations during his rise into the first-team offensive line.3. The Buffalo Bills offense finds early rhythm under new leadershipUnder first-time head coach Joe Brady, franchise quarterback Josh Allen threw his first touchdown pass in the new Highmark Stadium during a victory over the Carolina Panthers. The Bills’ ground game showed significant depth, gashing the Panthers’ defense for 151 yards with touchdowns from both Ian Wheeler and Frank Gore Jr.4. Defensive units show contrasting results under new coordination and scoutingCleveland’s defense struggled in the debut of new coordinator Mike Rutenberg, surrendering 430 total yards and 24 unanswered points to the Bears. In contrast, Buffalo defensive back Jordan Hancock bolstered his roster value by recording two tackles for loss in the preseason opener and intercepting Deshaun Watson in joint practices with the Browns.5. Roster battles intensify for offensive positions in BuffaloVeteran offensive lineman Alec Anderson and tight end Kaliki Latu are currently fighting to secure their spots on a deep Buffalo depth chart that requires consistent preseason production.Here are more details on how to watch the Cleveland Browns vs. Buffalo Bills NFL preseason game with various TV and streaming options:What: NFL preseason: Cleveland Browns vs. Buffalo BillsWhen: Saturday, Aug. 22, 2026Time: 1 p.m. EasternWhere: Huntington Bank Field | Cleveland, Ohio Channels: WEWS Channel 5 (Cleveland), WIVB-CBS (Buffalo) and NFL NetworkBest streaming options: FuboTV (free trial and $25 off first month), DIRECTV (free trial and $35 off first month) and Sling TVWhere to watch Browns vs. Bills NFL preseason FREE STREAM today Where to watch Steelers vs. Jets NFL preseason FREE STREAM todayArsenal vs. Coventry City FREE STREAM today (8/21/26): Where to watch English Premier League opener How to watch OHSAA football Week 1 on NFHS Network today | Mentor, Olmsted Falls, Strongsville, Avon LakeWhere to watch Raiders vs. Texans NFL preseason FREE STREAM todayRobert Fenbers, who has been a freelance journalist since 2015, is the sports commerce reporter for cleveland.com and The Plain Dealer. Robert focuses on local and national sporting event ticket sales and how...This article was produced with assistance from AI tools and reviewed by Cleveland.com staff.