Tampa Bay Buccaneers preseason schedule, dates and times

The NFL has finally released the exact dates and times for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' preseason schedule, and we have all the details for you. The Bucs open their preseason against the Super Bowl champions are expected to hold a joint practice with the New England Patriots ahead of their week 2 game. The third preseason game traditionally sees the most starters in action, and the Buccaneers will face the Dolphins that week. They will close the preseason against the Washington Redskins at home.

The Buccaneers will open the regular season against the New York Jets one week later. You can find the full Tampa Bay regular season schedule here.

Preseason schedule

Week 1: Baltimore Ravens @ Tampa Bay Buccaneers

When?

Thursday, August 8, 7:30 p.m. ET.

Where?

Raymond James Stadium, Tampa, Fla.

Week 2: Tampa Bay Buccaneers @ New England Patriots

Nationally televised on FOX

When?

Friday, August 16, 8:00 p.m. ET.

Where?

Gillette Stadium, Foxborough, Mass.

Week 3: Tampa Bay Buccaneers @ Miami Dolphins

When?

Saturday, August 24, 7:30 p.m. ET.

Where?

Sun Life Stadium, Miami, Fla.

Week 4: Washington Redskins at Tampa Bay Buccaneers

When?

Thursday, August 29, 7:30 p.m. ET.

Where?

Raymond James Stadium, Tampa, Fla.