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How to watch Commanders vs. Patriots today: Time, TV channel for preseason

The Washington Commanders open the 2025 NFL season on Friday night against the New England Patriots.

These teams held a joint practice on Wednesday in Foxborough, Massachusetts, where things became so intense at one point that New England head coach Mike Vrabel jumped into a pile to break up a skirmish and came away with a bloody cheek.

Here's a quick look at viewing information for the Week 1 preseason game.

TV Channel: CBS 9, Washington, D.C.

Start time: 7:30 p.m. EST

Commanders vs. Patriots will broadcast locally in Week 1 of the 2025 NFL preseason.