Oh man, NFL preseason games – the time when everyone either gets pumped or scared, depending on how their team is playing. It’s a time of hope as well as fear for the upcoming season. I think I enjoy the preseason games even more than the regular season. I’m always looking forward to the next game, never knowing what is going to happen.
You see, preseason games really gives us a sneak peak about the regular season. How the teams have formed themselves and how they are going to play against one another. Every team is showing off in the preseason, showcasing their new potential, new coaches, and new players. It’s a great way to get people excited for the regular season.
So how many preseason games actually take place in the NFL? Well, the answer is four. That’s right, each team plays four games that count towards the regular season records. Not only does it gives us a glimpse at potential teams, but gives us an idea who might be playing against us during the real season. It’s interesting to speculate the different strategies that each team can bring to the table.
The four preseason games traditionally take place in late August and early September. Each team plays two road games and two home games. This time typically coincides with the arrival of summer vacation for many of us. It’s a great time to relax, watch some football, and get ready for the regular season.
The games start off slow but gets faster as the weeks comes close to week four. This is when the games start to get a bit more intense as people are trying to make an impression on coaches and scouts. Every play matters and the teams start to take these games seriously. It’s important those last couple games create the confidence the team needs during the regular season.
It’s fascinating to see every team grow in the 4 weeks. They go from a bunch of individual players to an organized unit, who is determined and ambitious to make a great play. It’s a great opportunity for everyone to start the season off right. I always love seeing teams running plays and getting creative with their plays, although it may be a bit early to tell who will actually make it for the big show.
It’s also an opportunity for fantasy football fans to get a chance to scout potential players, and to get a head start on the season. Preseason games can be great indicators for how a team, or a certain player will do in the regular season. It gives everyone a chance to prepare and to perfect their skills before the games count.
And finally, it’s great to see the new rookies and the veteran players come together and just appreciate the game of football. It’s fascinating to see the vast array of talents from the different teams take to the field. They’re the embodiment of the hopes and dreams of all NFL super fans, and that alone makes us feel this connection with the teams and the games.
It’s such an exciting time. You can feel the energy all around, and it’s great. Being a part of the preseason makes it even more fun to watch the regular season games when they come around. There’s always something special happening in the NFL, and the preseason is no exception.