Detroit Lions

Detroit, MI • NFC North • NFL
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9/7 @ GB
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9/14 vs CHI
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Date Date Opponent Opp Time (ET) Time Result
8/16 vs Miami Dolphins vs MIA 1:00 PM CBS CBS PARAM+ PARAM+ ● -
8/23 vs Houston Texans vs HOU 1:00 PM - - ● -
9/7 @ Green Bay Packers @ GB 4:25 PM CBS CBS PARAM+ PARAM+ ● -
9/14 vs Chicago Bears vs CHI 1:00 PM FOX FOX FOX1 FOX1 ● -
9/22 @ Baltimore Ravens @ BAL 8:15 PM ESPN ESPN - - -
9/28 vs Cleveland Browns vs CLE 1:00 PM FOX FOX FOX1 FOX1 ● -
10/5 @ Cincinnati Bengals @ CIN 4:25 PM FOX FOX FOX1 FOX1 ● -
10/12 @ Kansas City Chiefs @ KC 8:20 PM NBC NBC PEACK PEACK - -
10/20 vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs TB 7:00 PM ESPN ESPN - - -
11/2 vs Minnesota Vikings vs MIN 1:00 PM FOX FOX FOX1 FOX1 ● -
11/9 @ Washington Commanders @ WAS 4:25 PM FOX FOX FOX1 FOX1 ● -
11/16 @ Philadelphia Eagles @ PHI 8:20 PM NBC NBC PEACK PEACK - -
11/23 vs New York Giants vs NYG 1:00 PM FOX FOX FOX1 FOX1 ● -
11/27 vs Green Bay Packers vs GB 1:00 PM FOX FOX FOX1 FOX1 ● -
12/4 vs Dallas Cowboys vs DAL 8:15 PM - PRIME PRIME - -
12/14 @ Los Angeles Rams @ LAR 4:25 PM FOX FOX FOX1 FOX1 ● -
12/21 vs Pittsburgh Steelers vs PIT 4:25 PM CBS CBS PARAM+ PARAM+ ● -
12/25 @ Minnesota Vikings @ MIN 4:30 PM - NFLX NFLX - -
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TV & Streaming Guide for Detroit Lions Fans

Detroit Lions games are broadcast across multiple TV networks and streaming platforms. This guide provides all the information you need to watch Detroit Lions games live, whether you have traditional cable TV or prefer streaming options.

Where Detroit Lions Games Are Broadcast

Traditional TV
CBS ESPN FOX NBC
Streaming Platforms
FOX1 NFLX PARAM+ PEACK PRIME
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Total Games
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TV Networks
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Streaming Services

National TV Broadcasts

Detroit Lions games are regularly featured on national TV networks. For 2025 NFL Games will be national broadcast on YouTube for the season Kickoff, then NBC, ESPN, Amazon Prime Video, and Netflix (Christmas). For out of market games, NFL Sunday Ticket is available for US customers via YouTube and YouTube TV. Given the NFL blackout rules, please check with your local provider for availability.

Streaming Services

If you've cut the cord, you can still watch Detroit Lions games through various streaming services. YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, DIRECTV Stream, Fubo, and Sling TV all offer sports channels in their packages. Make sure the service you choose includes the channels that broadcast Detroit Lions games in your area.

League Streaming Package

NFL Sunday Ticket is the official out-of-market streaming package for NFL games. Given the NFL blackout rules, please check with your local provider for availabilit for in market games.

Detroit Lions Streaming & Broadcast Services

Sunday Ticket

All out-of-market Sunday games

  • All out-of-market Sunday games
  • RedZone channel included
  • Multi-view options
  • Key plays highlights
  • Mobile/TV streaming
  • No local games included
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FOXONE

FOXONE: Coming FALL 2025

  • 91 Regular Season Games
  • NFC Games
  • Includes: FOX, FOX Sports, FS1, FS2
  • College: B1G Network
  • HD streaming
  • Live games and studio shows
Service • NFL
Paramount+

NFL on CBS (P+)

  • ~93 Regular Season Games
  • AFC games
  • Playoff coverage
  • Includes: CBS, CBS Sports
Service • NFL
ESPN+

MNF on ESPN+

  • One Exclusive MNF Game
  • 10/20 - HOU @ SEA
Service • NFL
Peacock

SNF on Peacock

  • 15 Sunday Night Football games
  • Exclusive games
  • Select SNF simulcasts
  • Peacock exclusive games
Service • NFL
NBC

SNF on NBC

  • 15 Primetime Games
  • 1080i HD Broadcast
Channel • NFL
ESPN

MNF on ESPN

  • Monday Night Football
  • NFL Draft
  • SportsCenter coverage
Channel • NFL
ESPN

ESPN FLAGSHIP: FALL 2025

  • Includes: ABC, ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU
  • No Cable Required
  • College Networks: SEC Network, ACC Network
  • Add-On: ESPN+, Disney+, Hulu
  • Coming Fall 2024
  • Live games and studio shows
Service • NFL
Prime Video

TNF on Prime

  • 15 NFL Thursday games
  • 1 Black Friday Football
  • Prime Vision Next Gen Stats
  • 4K HDR
  • Alternative broadcasts
  • Prime Video exclusive
Service • NFL
NFL Network

 

  • NFL Preseason Coverage
  • Exclusive Games
  • Late Season Gap Coverage
Channel • NFL
CBS

NFL on CBS

  • ~93 Regular Season Games
  • AFC Games
  • 2027, 2031 Super Bowl
  • Playoff Coverage
  • Over the air
  • 720p HD broadcast
Channel • NFL
FOX

NFL on FOX

  • ~91 NFL games per season
  • NFC games
  • Super Bowl (every 3 years)
  • Playoff coverage
  • Over the air
  • 720p HD broadcast
Channel • NFL
Netflix

NFL on Netflix

  • 2 Christmas Day games
  • International games
  • Netflix exclusive
Service • NFL

Detroit Lions Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if I'm in Detroit Lions's local market?

NFL markets typically cover the team's state and surrounding areas. Detroit Lions games air locally in [list states/regions]. Check 506sports.com weekly maps to see if you get Detroit Lions games on CBS/FOX.

Can I watch Detroit Lions games free over-the-air?

Yes! About 75% of NFL games air free on CBS, FOX, NBC, and ABC. For Detroit Lions, approximately [12-14] games annually are on broadcast TV.

What channels show Detroit Lions games?

Various networks based on your league's TV contracts and game selections.

How can I stream Detroit Lions games without cable?

Use antenna for local games, live TV services like , and out-of-market packages.