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Redskins preseason Week 1 at Patriots: How to watch and what to watch for

The Washington Redskins are hitting the field for a football game for the first time since Dec. 31, 2017.

No, tonight’s result against the New England Patriots doesn’t mean anything in the long term, but Redskins fans have waited more than seven months to see their team return to action, even if the starters will not see much of the field.

Here’s everything you need to know for tonight’s game:

Opponent: New England Patriots (first preseason game for both teams)

Location: Gillette Stadium, Foxborough, Massachusetts

Date and time: Thursday, Aug.