Rams 2026 preseason dates and game information

The preseason may not count in the standings, but for the Los Angeles Rams, the 2026 exhibition slate could play a major role in shaping another Super Bowl pursuit. With expectations sky-high entering the season, Sean McVay and his staff will use the team’s three-game preseason schedule to evaluate young talent, solidify depth battles, and prepare a veteran-heavy roster for one of the toughest regular season schedules in football. The Rams will open preseason play on the road against the Kansas City Chiefs before returning home to face the New Orleans Saints at SoFi Stadium. Los Angeles will then wrap up the preseason in a crosstown showdown against the Los Angeles Chargers.

Preseason Week 1: @ Kansas City Chiefs

Saturday, August 15th, 4:00 pm EST

The Rams will go on the road for their first preseason game of the year against Andy Reid’s Chiefs. The last time the Chiefs-Rams played in the preseason was Jared Goff’s rookie year. The Rams beat the Chiefs 21-20 thanks to a game-winning 10 yard touchdown pass from Jared Goff to Malcolm Brown.

Preseason Week 2: vs. New Orleans Saints

Saturday, August 22nd, 4:00 pm EST

SoFi Stadium will welcome Kellen Moore and the Saints. The last time the Rams-Saints faced off in the preseason was McVay’s second year as the head coach. The Saints won 28-0 as the Rams rested their starters while Taysom Hill led the Saints in passing.