The Dallas Cowboys will open their preseason against the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium, and while both teams’ starting quarterbacks, Dak Prescott and Matthew Stafford, will be sidelined, there is no shortage of intrigue.
For the Rams, the spotlight will be on the backup quarterback battle, as Jimmy Garoppolo and Stetson Bennett look to secure the No. 2 spot behind Stafford. On the Cowboys’ side, rookies and roster hopefuls will have a chance to prove themselves, particularly on defense, where Micah Parsons’ trade request has shaken up the roster.
When Is the Los Angeles Rams vs. Dallas Cowboys Preseason Game?
- Date: Saturday, August 9
- Kickoff Time: 7:00 p.m. ET (6:00 p.m. CT)
- Location: SoFi Stadium, Inglewood, California
The Rams and the Cowboys last met in a preseason contest in 2024, with Los Angeles winning 13-12. The franchise was led by quarterback Stetson Bennett, who threw for 224 yards, one touchdown, and four interceptions, and he is expected to get some snaps again this preseason.
Meanwhile, the Cowboys had Trey Lance under center last season. He, however, is now with the Chargers, while Dallas will have former New England Patriots quarterback Joe Milton under center in the preseason opener.
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— Playoff NFL (@_PlayoffNFL) August 6, 2025
How To Watch the Rams vs. Cowboys Preseason Game on TV?
On Saturday, the Rams’ preseason opener against the Cowboys at SoFi won’t appear on NFL Network. However, both fan bases have local options to catch the action.
Rams Broadcast
- TV Channel: KABC-7
- Announcers: J.B. Long (play-by-play), Mina Kimes and Maurice Jones-Drew (color analysts), Curt Sandoval (sideline reporter)
- Rams Radio: ESPN LA 710 AM
Cowboys Broadcast
- Channel: KTVT/CBS 11 DFW (CBS Dallas)
- Announcers: NA
- Cowboys Radio: 105.3 The Fan
The Rams’ Radio crew will consist of Jorge Sedano calling play-by-play, while D’Marco Farr will provide in-depth analysis. The franchise also has affiliate radio and TV stations to broadcast the game live in domestic and international markets. You can check out the complete list here.
What Are the Streaming Options To Watch the Rams vs. Cowboys Week 1 Preseason Game?
Fans without cable access, or outside of Los Angeles and Dallas, can stream the Rams vs. Cowboys Week 1 preseason game through several platforms:
NFL+
NFL+ is the top choice for streaming preseason NFL games. The service includes NFL Network coverage of many preseason contests and ad-free game highlights.
NFL+ costs $6.99 per month or $49.99 for the entire season. However, they’re currently offering a 20% discount on annual plans, bringing the total to just $39.99.
The premium option, NFL+ Premium, runs $14.99 per month or $99.99 for the season (discounted to $79.99 with the 20% savings). NFL+ Premium adds NFL RedZone, NFL Pro for fantasy lineup optimization, and complete game replays, including condensed versions and all-22 coaches’ film.
DirecTV Stream
DirecTV’s Choice+ Sports Pack bundles NFL Network with ESPN, ABC, NBC, CBS, and Fox, plus college networks like ACC Network, Big Ten Network, and SEC Network. A package with these channels costs $69.99 per month.
DirecTV Stream sweetens the deal with a five-day free trial available across all packages, including their premium ULTIMATE package.
FuboTV
FuboTV offers similar coverage to DirecTV but charges $84.99 for the first month of streaming access. The service includes ESPN, NFL Network, Fox, ABC, CBS, NBC, and over 100 additional live channels, plus a free trial period.
Hulu + Live TV
Hulu + Live TV provides another streaming path for NFL preseason coverage. Packages start at $82.99 monthly and include a free three-day trial for new users. The service features all major channels, including CBS, ESPN, FS1, FOX, NBCSN, and NFL Network.
