Jackson Free Press

The wait is over for New Orleans Saints fans and other fans of the NFL. A full slate of preseason games kicks off this week.

Thursday, Aug. 7

NFL (6:30 p.m.-12 a.m., NFL Network): Two playoff contenders clash in a preseason double header as the San Francisco 49ers travel to the Baltimore Ravens, followed by the Dallas Cowboys at the San Diego Chargers.

Friday, Aug. 8

NFL (7-10 p.m., WLOO/NFL Network): New Orleans Saints fans get their first look at the 2014 squad on the road against playoff hopeful the St. Louis Rams.

Saturday, Aug. 9

NFL (6:30-10 p.m., NFL Network): It's your first chance to see Johnny Manziel out of Texas A&M as he and the Cleveland Browns take on host Detroit Lions.

Sunday, Aug. 10

NASCAR (12-4 p.m., ESPN): Five races remain before The Chase for the Cup begins, and this road race at Watkins Glen in the Sprint Cup Cheez-It 355 could make or break NASCAR drivers.

Monday, Aug. 11

MLB (6-9 p.m., ESPN): Two potential playoff teams clash as second place in the National League East, the Atlanta Braves, host the current National League West leader the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Tuesday, Aug. 12

Special (9-10 p.m., ESPN): Get ready for your fantasy football draft by watching this hour-long SportsCenter Special: Fantasy Football Draft.

Wednesday, Aug. 13

MLB (6-9 p.m., ESPN): The Baltimore Orioles look to stay in first place in the American League East against division rival the New York Yankees who are charging for the postseason.

The NFL Network is replaying every preseason game once again this year. You can catch No. 1 overall pick Jadeveon Clowney or check out the Saints' division rivals.