How to watch Los Angeles Rams-Los Angeles Chargers NFL preseason game for free tonight

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Ty Simpson (15) throws a pass during an NFL preseason football game against the New Orleans Saints during an NFL preseason football game in Inglewood, Calif., Saturday, Aug. 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Kyusung Gong)AP Photo/Kyusung GongIf you purchase a product through a link on our site, we may receive compensation.By Thomas Lagrone | tlagrone@al.comThe Los Angeles Rams play against the Los Angeles Chargers in an NFL preseason game tonight. The matchup is scheduled to begin at 9 p.m. CT on NFL Network. Fans can watch this game for free online by using the free trials offered by DIRECTV and FuboTV. Alternatively, Sling offers an affordable monthly subscription. The Rams have a 2-0 record in the preseason, so they could remain undefeated with a win today. In their last game, the Rams defeated the New Orleans Saints 34-0. The Rams are not expected to play their starters in tonight’s game, which will give more reps to backup quarterback Ty Simpson. The Chargers are expected to play some of their starters in tonight’s game, as they prepare for the regular season. Star quarterback Justin Herbert will take the field tonight, but he will see limited action. He will be joined in the backfield by his running back Omarion Hampton, who was a first-round pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. Hampton rushed for four touchdowns and more than 500 yards during his rookie campaign. Fans can watch this NFL preseason game for free online by using the free trials offered by DIRECTV and FuboTV. Alternatively, Sling offers an affordable monthly subscription. How to watch Buffalo Bills-Pittsburgh Steelers NFL preseason game for free todayHoover vs. Opelika: Where to watch AHSAA football game of the weekThompson vs. Clay-Chalkville: Watch Alabama high school football showdown live tonight2026 Georgia high school football: GHSA schedule and where to watchHow to watch Toronto Tempo-Seattle Storm WNBA game for free tonightThomas Lagrone is an Alabama native and recent graduate from the University of Alabama at Birmingham with a bachelor's degree in sports communication. Thomas has loved participating in and watching sports...