The NFL Hall of Fame Game is scheduled for tonight, as the Houston Texans play against the Chicago Bears at 7 p.m. CT on ESPN and ABC. Fans can watch the game for free online by using the free trials offered by Fubo TV and DirecTV Stream. If those streaming methods have already been used, then Sling offers a first month discount to new users.

Tonight’s matchup will be the first NFL preseason game of 2024, and it will feature a lot young talent. Notably, none of the starters will receive playing time because both teams want to be fully healthy for the regular season next month.

One key player to watch this evening is Houston’s wide receiver John Metchie III. He was a second round pick in the 2022 NFL Draft, as he nearly had 1,200 receiving yards during his final collegiate season at Alabama.

Metchie was unable to play as a rookie because he was battling with Leukemia, but he has fully recovered and earned some playing time last year. He is ready to showcase his talent throughout the 2024 preseason, as he will likely play a bigger offensive role this year.

There will also be some important players to watch for Chicago this evening, including their quarterbacks Tyson Bagent and Brett Rypien. They are currently competing for the second string spot, as the winner will backup rookie quarterback Caleb Williams this season.

The new kickoff rules will also debut in the NFL tonight, which will give fans an opportunity to become familiar with the changes.

The Hall of Fame Game can be viewed for free online by using the free trials offered by Fubo TV and DirecTV Stream. Alternatively, Sling offers a first month discount to new users.