The preseason spotlight shifts to Minneapolis, where joint practices set the tone and Saturday’s game offers the first live answers. If you’re tuning in for the broadcast and to hear who’s on the call, here’s the full, verified lineup for Patriots–Vikings in Week 2.
What Time Does The Game Start and How to Watch?
The kickoff is on Saturday, August 16, at 12:00 p.m. CT (1:00 p.m. ET) from U.S. Bank Stadium. This matchup is not on NFL Network; it will be carried on each team’s local preseason broadcasts.
In the Twin Cities, the game airs on KMSP FOX 9 with a network of Upper Midwest affiliates. In New England, it’s on the Patriots Preseason Television Network, headlined by WBZ-TV (CBS) Boston.
For streaming, in-market Vikings fans can watch via the Vikings app or Vikings.com, while in-market Patriots fans can watch free in the Patriots app and on Patriots.com (Safari mobile web). Out-of-market viewers can stream on NFL+.
Who Are The Announcers For New England Patriots vs Minnesota Vikings Preseason Game?
Vikings TV (Simulcast)
Play-by-play: Paul Allen. Analysts: Pete Bercich and Ben Leber. Sideline: Tatum Everett. The Vikings note that Head Coach Kevin O’Connell will join the simulcast during the third quarter. Radio is on KFAN 100.3-FM and KTLK 1130-AM, with the five-state Vikings Radio Network carrying the call across 70 affiliates.
Pregame coverage includes Vikings GameDay Live on FOX 9 (11 a.m.–noon CT) and the Vikings Audio Network pregame (from 10 a.m. CT).
JJ McCarthy DICED up the Patriots today.
The Vikings do NOT need Kirk Cousins.
JJ will be better with time 🔥
— Polymarket Football (@PolymarketBlitz) August 14, 2025
Patriots TV (Preseason Television Network)
Devin and Jason McCourty headline the television booth, joining veteran color analyst Scott Zolak. On the sideline, Steve Burton provides in-game reports and coach interviews, while Paul Perillo offers in-game analysis from the studio.
The preseason network’s flagship station is WBZ-TV (CBS) Boston, with the telecast carried across New England. Patriots Radio is on 98.5 The Sports Hub (flagship), with Bob Socci on play-by-play and Phil Perry as analyst; SiriusXM channels for the game are also listed on the team site.
In-market Vikings streaming is available via team properties; in-market Patriots streaming is available free in the team app and on mobile web. NFL+ carries out-of-market preseason games live; check the app for availability based on your location and device.
With most first-team work emphasized during joint practices this week, the on-air crews will provide context on roster battles and health updates while the depth chart takes shape. If you’re watching in New England or the Upper Midwest, your local TV crew is the way to go; otherwise, NFL+ is the reliable national option for live preseason access outside local markets.
