Updated: Aug. 22, 2026, 2:47 p.m.|Published: Aug. 22, 2026, 2:47 p.m.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers fans cheer from the stands during an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints, Sunday, Oct. 26, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Tyler Kaufman)APSet as Google Preferred Source
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The Chiefs and Buccaneers meet tonight in Tampa with both teams carrying intriguing camp storylines into their second preseason game. Kansas City is looking to rebound from a 20-12 loss to the Rams while continuing to evaluate its quarterback depth. Tampa Bay opened the preseason with a 24-16 win over the Jets and enters the weekend with fierce competition brewing at wide receiver. This game is scheduled for 4:30 p.m. PT/7:30 p.m. ET (5:30 p.m. MST) on Saturday, August 22, and is available exclusively to air on ESPN Unlimited.
Is the Kansas City Chiefs vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers on TV, or is it streaming only? What service do I need to watch the game today?
This game is streaming on ESPN Unlimited and is not available on traditional television networks.
Stream: ESPN Unlimited
When: 4:30 p.m. PT/7:30 p.m. ET (5:30 p.m. MST) on Saturday, August 22
Where: Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, FL
What are the best deals to watch the Buccaneers vs. Chiefs game tonight? Are there free options? You can watch this game live through ESPN Unlimited, which is included at no additional cost for Fubo and DIRECTV customers. New subscribers can take advantage of a free trial from either streaming service, then use their Fubo or DIRECTV credentials to access ESPN Unlimited through the ESPN app.The Disney+, Hulu and ESPN Unlimited bundle starts at $19.99 per month with ads, while the ad-free plan is available for $35.99 per month. The bundle includes access to all three services and delivers significant savings compared to subscribing to Disney+, Hulu and ESPN Unlimited separately.You can subscribe to ESPN Unlimited for $29.99 per month or $129.99 annually. The service includes access to ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU, ESPNEWS, ESPN Deportes, SEC Network, ACC Network, ESPN+, ESPN on ABC, SEC Network+, and ACC Network Now, giving subscribers access to a wide range of live sports and on-demand programming.Three things to watch in the Bucs vs. Chiefs game today:Kansas City’s backup quarterback battle. While the Chiefs are carefully managing Patrick Mahomes as he returns from a knee injury, the competition behind him has become one of the team’s most important camp storylines. Justin Fields has reportedly shown improvement throughout camp, while rookie Garrett Nussmeier continues pushing for a roster spot.The Chiefs’ rookie defenders need another statement game. Several young defenders are fighting for roles as roster cuts approach. Chiefs-focused preseason coverage highlighted edge rusher R Mason Thomas and defensive lineman Peter Woods as players looking to make a bigger impact after flashing during the opener against the Rams.Tampa Bay’s crowded receiver room. Buccaneers coach Todd Bowles has repeatedly addressed competition among Tampa Bay’s wideouts during camp. With injuries affecting several receivers and multiple young players competing for roster spots and playing time, Saturday provides another opportunity to separate from the pack.Get promo codes, signup deals, and free bets from our Oregon Betting News home page.
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