The third week of NFL preseason is in full swing, with tonight’s slate ending on an all-Los Angeles matchup.
The Los Angeles Rams and Chargers will face off tonight, Aug. 27, in their respective preseason finales.
Rams head coach Sean McVay typically does not play starters during the preseason and so far, that’s remained true. Matthew Stafford, Puka Nacua, Trent McDuffie, Myles Garrett and the rest of the Rams’ starters will be on the bench again tonight. Rookie QB Ty Simpson will start tonight amidst the battle for the backup spot on the Rams’ roster.
Watch Rams vs. Chargers for free
- When: Aug. 27, 7 p.m. PT / 10 p.m. ET
- Where: SoFi Stadium (Inglewood, California)
- How to watch for free: DIRECTV (five-day free trial)
- Channel: CBS LA, KCAL Los Angeles (in Los Angeles market); NFL Network (out-of-market)
The Chargers will be playing starters tonight, including quarterback Justin Herbert, who, along with the rest of the starters, will play limited minutes.
It’s not the only time these teams who share a stadium will play each other this season; their once-every-four-years regular season meeting is on Nov. 1.
Rams vs. Chargers start time
Today’s (Aug. 27) Rams vs. Chargers preseason game is scheduled to kick off at 7 p.m. PT / 10 p.m. ET.
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LA Rams schedule 2026
| Week | Opponent | Date | Time | Channel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 49ers | Sept. 10 | 8:35 p.m. ET | Netflix |
| 2 | Giants | Sept. 21 | 8:15 p.m. ET | ESPN / ABC |
| 3 | Broncos | Sept. 27 | 8:20 p.m. ET | NBC |
| 4 | Eagles | Oct. 4 | 1 p.m. ET | FOX |
| 5 | Bills | Oct. 12 | 8:15 p.m. ET | ESPN / ABC |
| 6 | Cardinals | Oct. 18 | 4:05 p.m. ET | FOX |
| 7 | Raiders | Oct. 25 | 4:25 p.m. ET | FOX |
| 8 | Chargers | Nov. 1 | 4:05 p.m. ET | FOX |
| 9 | Commanders | Nov. 8 | 1 p.m. ET | FOX |
| 10 | Cardinals | Nov. 15 | 4:05 p.m. ET | CBS |
| 11 | BYE WEEK | |||
| 12 | Packers | Nov. 25 | 8 p.m. ET | Netflix |
| 13 | Chiefs | Dec. 3 | 8:15 p.m. ET | Prime Video |
| 14 | 49ers | Dec. 13 | 4:25 p.m. ET | FOX |
| 15 | Cowboys | Dec. 20 | 4:25 p.m. ET | CBS |
| 16 | Seahawks | Dec. 25 | 8:15 p.m. ET | FOX |
| 17 | Buccaneers | TBD | TBD | TBD |
| 18 | Seahawks | TBD | TBD | TBD |
LA Chargers schedule 2026
| Week | Opponent | Date | Time | Channel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cardinals | Sept. 13 | 4:25 p.m. ET | CBS |
| 2 | Raiders | Sept. 20 | 4:05 p.m. ET | CBS |
| 3 | Bills | Sept. 27 | 1 p.m. ET | FOX |
| 4 | Seahawks | Oct. 4 | 4:25 p.m. ET | CBS |
| 5 | Broncos | Oct. 11 | 4:05 p.m. ET | CBS |
| 6 | Chiefs | Oct. 18 | 4:25 p.m. ET | CBS |
| 7 | BYE WEEK | |||
| 8 | Rams | Nov. 1 | 4:05 p.m. ET | FOX |
| 9 | Texans | Nov. 8 | 4:05 p.m. ET | CBS |
| 10 | Ravens | Nov. 16 | 8:15 p.m. ET | ESPN |
| 11 | Jets | Nov. 22 | 4:05 p.m. ET | FOX |
| 12 | Patriots | Nov. 29 | 8:20 p.m. ET | NBC |
| 13 | Buccaneers | Dec. 6 | 1 p.m. ET | CBS |
| 14 | Raiders | Dec. 13 | 4:05 p.m. ET | CBS |
| 15 | 49ers | Dec. 17 | 8:15 p.m. ET | Prime Video |
| 16 | Dolphins | Dec. 27 | 1 p.m. ET | FOX |
| 17 | Chiefs | TBD | TBD | TBD |
| 18 | Broncos | TBD | TBD | TBD |
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