How to Watch the New York Giants vs. Houston Texans Game Today

It’s Week 2 of the 2024 NFL preseason and the Houston Texans return home to face the New York Giants this afternoon. Today’s game will be the first for Giants quarterback Daniel Jones, who is coming off a torn ACL suffered nine months ago. Typically, the second preseason game is when you’ll see the starters play the most, so Texans fans will likely get some action from quarterback C.J. Stroud.

Watch Today’s Game on Sling TV

Houston rebounded from a loss to Chicago in the Hall of Fame Game as they took down Pittsburgh 20-12 last Friday. Texans coach DeMeco Ryans confirmed that the starters on both sides will play against the New York Giants today. This home opener will be the first time that newcomers like Stefon Diggs, Danielle Hunter and Azeez Al-Shaair step out on the field at NRG Stadium in front of their new fans.

Here is everything to know about how to watch the New York Giants vs. Houston Texans game today, including the TV channel and best livestream options.

How to Watch the New York Giants vs. Houston Texans Game Without Cable

The New York Giants vs. Houston Texans game will air live on NFL Network. If you don’t have cable, you can stream the NFL 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.

Sling TV comes with 50 hours of free cloud-based DVR recording space, perfect for recording the Giants at Texans matchup if you’re not home to watch it live.

How to Watch the New York Giants vs. Houston Texans Game Online for Free

With Fubo’s sports-focused live TV streaming service, you’ll have nearly every channel you’ll need to watch the NFL preseason and regular season. Every game broadcast nationally or on NFL Network will also be available to stream on FuboTV, which comes with 1,000 hours of cloud DVR storage and a seven-day free trial.

Grab the free trial below to watch today’s New York Giants vs. Houston Texans preseason game for free.

What time is the New York Giants vs. Houston Texans preseason game?

The 2024 NFL preseason battle between the New York Giants and Houston Texans is set to kick off Saturday, August 17 at 1 p.m. ET (10 a.m. PT).

What channel is the Giants vs. Texans game on today?

The New York Giants vs. Houston Texans game will air live from NRG 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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