If you’re a loyal Lions football fan you know that you’ll need a variety of outlets to watch the the whole 2024-25 season. Read on to learn how to watch every game!
In a hurry? If you just want to get started watching the Lions this season and don’t care about the details, sign up for one of these streaming services:
- Fubo: The best streaming service for international sports also provides 150+ well-selected channels. Fubo allows you to try out its service with a free trial.
- DIRECTV STREAM: Get a great channel lineup with the best selection of RSNs in the industry. A 5-day free trial is now available for DIRECTV STREAM.
- Hulu + Live TV: This total entertainment streaming service provides a great on-demand selection and all the essential live TV channels with a 3-day free trial.
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Bottom line: 16 of the 17 regular season Lions matchups will air on live TV with one streaming-only on Prime Video. The services above have you covered for the regular and postseason. See the Lions schedule below.
Next Detroit Lions Game
Dan Campell might be one of the most entertaining coaches in football, and his personality shines through the entire roster when they play. On Sunday night, the Lions rode David Montgomery to a 26-20 victory in overtime. During the overtime session, Montgomery ran five times for 45 yards and the winning touchdown.
Jameson Williams had his breakout game as he caught five passes for 121 yards and a touchdown. Williams was picked in the first round of the 2022 draft but struggled to stay healthy during his first two NFL seasons.
Going into Week 3 the Detroit Lions are at 1-1.
| Date | Time (ET) | Teams | TV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun Sep 22 | 4:25 pm | Detroit Lions at Arizona Cardinals | FOX |
Get all the information like location, lines, and scores for the next Lions game in our guide.
Which Channels Do I Need to Watch the Detroit Lions?
You’ll need a total of five channels and one streaming service to watch all Lions regular season games this year. The channels include local channels Fox, CBS, ABC, and NBC and national channels ESPN and NFL Network (for preseason games). One game will be streamed exclusively on Prime Video.
| Channel | Games |
| FOX | 8 |
| CBS | 3 |
| NBC | 2 |
| ABC | 1 |
| ABC/ESPN | 1 |
| Prime Video | 1 |
| TBD‡ | 1 |
How to Watch the Detroit Lions without Cable
Streaming services such as Fubo, Hulu + Live TV, and DIRECTV STREAM allow you to watch the Detroit Lions live. These services offer your favorite channels for less money and without any contract. All you need to do is sign up for the service, install its app on your streaming device, and select the channel airing the Lions game.
All streaming services support popular devices such as Android and iOS smartphones, Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV Stick, Chromecast, Roku, and Samsung and Android-based smart TVs. Some services also support Xbox gaming consoles and other smart TV brands.
Below are the streaming services that will be airing some or all of the 17 Lions games this season.
| Service | Price | Channels | Lions Channels | Games | Reviews |
 | $79.99/mo | 150+ | ABC, CBS, ESPN, FOX, NBC | 16 | Fubo |
 | $79.99/mo | 90+ | ABC, CBS, ESPN, FOX, NBC | 16 | DIRECTV |
 | $76.99/mo | 95+ | ABC, CBS, ESPN, FOX, NBC | 16 | Hulu Live |
 | $72.99/mo | 100+ | ABC, CBS, ESPN, FOX, NBC | 16 | YouTube |
 | $55.00/mo | 50+ | ABC, ESPN, FOX, NBC | 13 | Sling |
 | $8.99/mo | NA | Prime Video | 1 | Amazon |
 | $7.99/mo | NA | CBS | 3 | Paramount+ |
 | $7.99/mo | NA | NBC | 2 | Peacock |
 | $6.99/mo | NA | Variable‡ | 17‡ | NFL+ |
Out-of-Market Detroit Lions Games
Detroit Lions fans in the Great Lakes region can see every game live. But fans in other areas will usually be more limited. There are, however, ways to watch these games. Our NFL Out-of-Market Football Games guide explains all the details.
One solution for this is NFL Sunday Ticket. However, it is expensive. The other solution is to use a VPN to watch out-of-market NFL games. There are complications with this method. But you should generally be able to watch the games you want using ExpressVPN.
Are you a fan outside your team’s broadcast area? Learn to get complete access with our Detroit Lions Out-of-Market Game Guide.
Our Choice
Fubo is our top choice for Lions fans. Fubo allows you to try out its service with a free trial.
About the Detroit Lions
The Detroit Lions have been entertaining fans for over 80 years in the Motor City where they have played at Ford Field since 2002. While it sometimes can be hard to love the Lions, who are known for never making it to the Super Bowl, fans still remain hopeful.
Head coach Dan Campbell famously said that the team was going to eat some kneecaps when he took over the job three years ago. Last year, the Lions won as many playoff games as they had since 1957 when they advanced all the way to the NFC title game. They are currently ranked in the top 5 of NFL teams.
Lions Roster
During the offseason, the team placed its faith in Jared Goff, who was once considered a placeholder after arriving in a trade with the Rams. He was signed to a deal worth $212 million over four years, which makes him one of the highest-paid quarterbacks in the NFL. Goff has meshed well with Amon-Ra St Brown and has taken advantage of a backfield that includes David Montgomery and Jahmyr Gibbs. Sam LaPorta was a revelation at tight end as a rookie, which is unusual because most tight ends typically take a year or two to develop.
Detroit also caught a break when offensive coordinator Ben Johnson declined a chance to interview to be the head coach of the Washington Commanders. He is considered to be one of the shrewdest minds in the game right now and will have another year to help Goff and the offense.
On defense, the Lions will count on Aidan Hutchinson to rush the passer while Brian Branch will lead the team in the secondary. The defense is led by coordinator Aaron Glenn, who went from the hot seat to becoming one of the more heralded coaches as the 2023 season progressed.
Other Information About the Lions
Notable Lions players include Barry Sanders, Calvin Johnson, and Dick “Night Train” Lane.
The Green Bay Packers are typically considered to be the team’s biggest rival. Prior to this season, the Lions had made 13 playoff appearances since the AFL-NFL merger in 1970.
NFC North Standings
| Team | W | L | T |
| Minnesota Vikings | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Detroit Lions | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Chicago Bears | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Green Bay Packers | 1 | 1 | 0 |
2024-25 Detroit Lions Schedule
How do I watch the Detroit Lions game tonight?
Tonight’s Lions game will generally be on ABC/ESPN (Mondays), NBC (Sundays), or Amazon Prime (Thursdays). But daytime games are normally on Fox (and sometimes on CBS). Preseason games will likely be on NFL Network but they may not be available to stream at all.
| Date | Time (ET) | Teams | TV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thu Aug 8 | 7:00 pm | PRE Detroit Lions at New York Giants | |
| Sat Aug 17 | 4:00 pm | PRE Detroit Lions at Kansas City Chiefs | NFLN |
| Sat Aug 24 | 1:00 pm | PRE Pittsburgh Steelers at Detroit Lions | NFLN |
| Sun Sep 8 | 8:20 pm | Los Angeles Rams at Detroit Lions | NBC |
| Sun Sep 15 | 1:00 pm | Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Detroit Lions | FOX |
| Sun Sep 22 | 4:25 pm | Detroit Lions at Arizona Cardinals | FOX |
| Mon Sep 30 | 8:15 pm | Seattle Seahawks at Detroit Lions | ABC |
| Sun Oct 13 | 4:25 pm | Detroit Lions at Dallas Cowboys | FOX |
| Sun Oct 20 | 1:00 pm | Detroit Lions at Minnesota Vikings | FOX |
| Sun Oct 27 | 1:00 pm | Tennessee Titans at Detroit Lions | FOX |
| Sun Nov 3 | 4:25 pm | Detroit Lions at Green Bay Packers | FOX |
| Sun Nov 10 | 8:20 pm | Detroit Lions at Houston Texans | NBC |
| Sun Nov 17 | 1:00 pm | Jacksonville Jaguars at Detroit Lions | CBS |
| Sun Nov 24 | 1:00 pm | Detroit Lions at Indianapolis Colts | FOX |
| Thu Nov 28 | 12:30 pm | Chicago Bears at Detroit Lions | CBS |
| Thu Dec 5 | 8:15 pm | Green Bay Packers at Detroit Lions | Prime Video |
| Sun Dec 15 | 4:25 pm | Buffalo Bills at Detroit Lions | CBS |
| Sun Dec 22 | 1:00 pm | Detroit Lions at Chicago Bears | FOX |
| Mon Dec 30 | 8:15 pm | Detroit Lions at San Francisco 49ers | ABC/ESPN |
| Sun Jan 5 | TBD | Minnesota Vikings at Detroit Lions |
FAQs
How do I watch the Detroit Lions on my phone?
If you would like to watch Detroit Lions games while on the go, make sure to download the NFL app. Through it, you can use NFL+ to watch any games that air locally for $6.99/mo. You can also stream on mobile devices on general streaming services like Fubo as well as NFL Sunday Ticket.
How do I record Detroit Lions live games?
Most cable and satellite providers and streaming services such as Fubo provide you with the option to record programming, including Detroit Lions games. One important exception to note is NFL Sunday Ticket broadcasts which may not be recorded. However, if you are either unable to or forget to record the game, you can subscribe to NFL+ and access an archived broadcast of it.
What radio stations are the Detroit Lions on?
The Lions have dozens of radio affiliates across Michigan. Their flagship station is Detroit’s 97.1 FM WXYT. However, fans who are located elsewhere can listen to a number of Detroit Lions games on their local Westwood One Sports affiliates, including any postseason contests that Detroit plays in. You can also listen to both of those types of broadcasts online after purchasing a TuneIn Premium, SiriusXM, or NFL+ subscription.
Do Detroit Lions games sell out?
For the 2023 NFL season, the Detroit Lions reported that they sold out all tickets. Fortunately, game sell-out status does not affect local viewers as the NFL does not impose its blackout rule anymore. This means that local fans can catch the action on their screens without any hurdles.
NFL’s blackout policy, initiated in 1973 and implemented till 2014, said that games could not be televised in the local region if they were not sold out 72 hours before kickoff.
How many championships have the Detroit Lions won?
Although the Detroit Lions have never played in the Super Bowl, they have claimed four NFL championships, all won before the first Super Bowl took place in January 1967. Those occurred in 1935, 1952, 1953, and 1957. In addition, the franchise has won five division titles, in 1935, 1983, 1991, 1993, and 2023. The 1991 and 2023 seasons were the closest that Detroit has been to the Super Bowl, falling in that NFC championship game.
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Featured image cropped from Ford Field, Detroit, Michigan by Ian121289S under CC BY-SA 3.0.
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