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How To Watch the Detroit Lions 2024 Season

Can’t wait to rep the Honolulu Blue? Check out our watch guide for 2024–2025 Detroit Lions.

After decades in the football hinterlands, the Detroit Lions had a season for the books in 2023: They finished with a breakthrough 12–5 record, won the NFC North, and came within spitting distance of a Super Bowl appearance. Between Detroit’s turn in the spotlight following the NFL Draft and a strong free agent class headlined by talent like cornerback Carlton Davis III and defensive tackle D.J. Reader, the Lions are on a wave of good vibes and Super Bowl hype.

Now, can the Detroit Lions build off of their sky-high momentum? What will they do for an encore after last year’s success? Here’s what you need to know if you want to watch the Detroit Lions during the 2024–2025 NFL season.

Want to watch Detroit Lions games on TV?

Bookmark our How To Watch the NFL and weekly NFL schedule guides to learn where to watch every NFL game this season.

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What channel is the Detroit Lions game on?

Lions games will air on channels including ABC, CBS, FOX, ESPN, NBC, and Amazon Prime Video. With the Lions entering the season as postseason favorites, they’ll have a number of primetime game slots throughout the 2024 NFL season.

2024–2025 Detroit Lions schedule

Buoyed by an elite offense, the Lions notched up huge wins over teams, including the Kansas City Chiefs and Green Bay Packers last year. But this year’s Detroit Lions schedule comes packed with even more teams that’ll combine elite quarterbacks and playoff experience.

The Lions opened the season with a home rematch against the Los Angeles Rams and former Lions starter Matt Stafford. Other major games include a Week 6 game against the Dallas Cowboys, Week 10 against the Houston Texans, and a Thanksgiving Day matchup versus the Chicago Bears.

Notably, the Lions will get a whopping five primetime games as part of their nine nationally broadcast games this year. After last year’s success, it’s fair to say that the Lions won’t be operating under the radar this season.

Week Opponent Date Time (ET) Channel
Preseason At New York Jets Thursday, Aug. 8 7:00 p.m. Lions TV Network
Preseason At Kansas City Chiefs Saturday, Aug. 17 4:00 p.m. Lions TV Network, NFL Network
Preseason Pittsburgh Steelers Saturday, Aug. 24 1:00 p.m. Lions TV Network, NFL Network
Week 1 Los Angeles Rams Sunday, Sept. 8 8:20 p.m. NBC, UNIVERSO, Peacock
Week 2 Tampa Bay Buccaneers Sunday, Sept. 15 1:00 p.m. FOX
Week 3 At Arizona Cardinals Sunday, Sept. 22 4:25 p.m. FOX
Week 4 Seattle Seahawks Monday, Sept. 30 8:15 p.m. ABC
Week 5 Bye Week
Week 6 At Dallas Cowboys Sunday, Oct. 13 4:25 p.m. FOX
Week 7 At Minnesota Vikings Sunday, Oct. 20 1:00 p.m. FOX
Week 8 Tennessee Titans Sunday, Oct. 27 1:00 p.m. FOX
Week 9 At Green Bay Packers Sunday, Nov. 3 4:25 p.m. FOX
Week 10 At Houston Texans Sunday, Nov. 10 8:20 p.m. NBC, UNIVERSO, Peacock
Week 11 Jacksonville Jaguars Sunday, Nov. 17 1:00 p.m. CBS, Paramount+
Week 12 At Indianapolis Colts Sunday, Nov. 24 1:00 p.m. FOX
Week 13 Chicago Bears Thursday, Nov. 28 12:30 p.m. CBS, Paramount+
Week 14 Green Bay Packers Thursday, Dec. 5 8:15 p.m. Amazon Prime Video
Week 15 Buffalo Bills Sunday, Dec. 15 4:25 p.m. CBS, Paramount+
Week 16 At Chicago Bears Sunday, Dec. 22 1:00 p.m. FOX
Week 17 At San Francisco 49ers Monday, Dec. 30 8:15 p.m. ESPN, ABC, ESPN Deportes
Week 18 Minnesota Vikings Sunday, Jan. 5 8:20 p.m. NBC, UNIVERSO, Peacock
Wild Card Round Bye Week
Divisional Round Washington Commanders Saturday, Jan. 18 8:00 p.m. FOX, Fox Deportes

Data effective as of post date. 

2024 Detroit Lions home games

  • Buffalo Bills
  • Chicago Bears
  • Green Bay Packers
  • Minnesota Vikings
  • Jacksonville Jaguars
  • Los Angeles Rams
  • Tampa Bay Buccaneers
  • Tennessee Titans
  • Seattle Seahawks

2024 Detroit Lions away games

  • Arizona Cardinals
  • Chicago Bears
  • Dallas Cowboys
  • Green Bay Packers
  • Houston Texans
  • Indianapolis Colts
  • Minnesota Vikings
  • San Francisco 49ers

Which TV providers carry the Detroit Lions?

You can get full Lions coverage with most TV providers, but the number of games you’ll get depends on your location because of the NFL’s TV blackout policies.

Provider Price ABC CBS FOX ESPN NBC Details
Cox $61.00–$152.00/mo.
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DIRECTV $74.99–$164.99/mo. View plans

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DIRECTV STREAM $74.99–$154.99/mo. View plans

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DISH $97.99–$147.99/mo. View plans

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Fubo $32.99–$89.99/mo. View plans

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Hulu + Live TV $81.99–$95.99/mo. View plans

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Optimum $40.00–$135.00/mo. View plans

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Philo $28.00/mo. View plans

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Sling TV $45.99–$60.99/mo. ✔* ✔* ✔* View plans

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Spectrum $45.00–$105.00/mo. Check Availability

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Verizon Fios $85.00–$129.00/mo. View plans

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Xfinity $20.00–$80.00/mo.
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YouTube TV $82.99/mo. View plans

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Data effective as of post date. Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change.

*Available in select markets.

Watch Detroit Lions football for free

Recommended antenna:
Mohu Leaf 50
Price:
$39.99, one-time purchase*
Channels:
ABC, CBS, FOX, and NBC
Features:
All local broadcast channels

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Want to watch every Detroit Lions game for free next season? The Mohu Leaf 50 is an over-the-air (OTA) antenna that’ll let you watch major networks like CBS and FOX for free. Check out our OTA antenna guide for more of our top OTA picks.

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How to watch Detroit Lions FAQ

Where can I watch the Lions vs. Commanders playoff game?

You can watch the Detroit Lions host the Washington Commanders on FOX and Fox Deportes this Saturday, January 18, at 8:00 p.m. ET.

How can I stream the Detroit Lions?

You can stream Detroit Lions games using any live TV streaming service that offers NFL channels like CBS, ESPN, FOX, and NBC. We recommend YouTube TV for its channel lineup, multiview feature, and ease of use, though you’ll need the pricey NFL Sunday Ticket add-on if you’re an out-of-market fan. Additionally, you’ll need an Amazon Prime Video subscription to watch any Thursday Night Football game.

How do I watch Detroit Lions games for free?

To watch Detroit Lions games for free, we recommend using an OTA antenna or getting a free trial of a streaming service like DIRECTV STREAM. These options let you watch channels like ABC, NBC, and FOX without paying a long-term subscription fee.

Why you should trust us

Our sports experts analyzed this season’s Detroit Lions game schedule and confirmed channel listings and game times with each broadcaster. From there, we compared cable, satellite, and streaming services to identify top provider recommendations based on channel access, pricing, and user experience.

Check out our How We Rank page for more details on our methodology.

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Disclaimer

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