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.
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 |
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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
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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 |
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Cox | $61.00–$152.00/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Read Cox review |
DIRECTV | $74.99–$164.99/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
View plans Read DIRECTV review |
DIRECTV STREAM | $74.99–$154.99/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
View plans Read DIRECTV STREAM review |
DISH | $97.99–$147.99/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
View plans Read DISH review |
Fubo | $32.99–$89.99/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
View plans Read Fubo review |
Hulu + Live TV | $81.99–$95.99/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
View plans Read Hulu + Live TV review |
Optimum | $40.00–$135.00/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
View plans Read Optimum review |
Philo | $28.00/mo. | — | — | — | — | — |
View plans Read Philo review |
Sling TV | $45.99–$60.99/mo. | ✔* | — | ✔* | ✔ | ✔* |
View plans Read Sling TV review |
Spectrum | $45.00–$105.00/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Check Availability Read Spectrum review |
Verizon Fios | $85.00–$129.00/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
View plans Read Verizon Fios review |
Xfinity | $20.00–$80.00/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Read Xfinity review |
YouTube TV | $82.99/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
View plans Read YouTube TV review |
Data effective as of post date. Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change.
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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.
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