Detroit Lions: How to Watch Every Game This Season

Lions football fans need a variety of channels to watch the entire NFL season. But it isn’t hard to find them. I explain all below.

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:

Why You Need a VPN Today

However, first you need a VPN to unblock US streaming services from . Our favourite is ExpressVPN. It’s definitely not the cheapest option at $4.99/month, but it just works – and across all your devices.

They have servers in 25+ US cities/states and 105 countries, which unblock access to premium streaming platforms available only in the US, as well as free “on demand” TV services worldwide.

You’ll have access to local platforms as if you were in the country, meaning you can watch BBC iPlayer as if you were in the UK, CBC Gem as if you were in Canada, plus hundreds more worldwide.

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Hotdog users get three months free at ExpressVPN, so it’s a “no-brainer” for us. Decide for yourself with their 30 day money-back guarantee.

IMPORTANT: Once you’ve installed your VPN and connected to a US server, you’ll still need to subscribe separately to access premium streaming services.

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.

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.

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/month	150+	ABC, CBS, ESPN, FOX, NBC	16	Fubo
	$86.99/month	90+	ABC, CBS, ESPN, FOX, NBC	16	DIRECTV
	$82.99/month	95+	ABC, CBS, ESPN, FOX, NBC	16	Hulu Live
	$82.99/month	100+	ABC, CBS, ESPN, FOX, NBC	16	YouTube
	$55.00/month	50+	ABC, ESPN, FOX, NBC	13	Sling
	$8.99/month	NA	Prime Video	1	Amazon
	$7.99/month	NA	CBS	3	Paramount+
	$7.99/month	NA	NBC	2	Peacock
	$6.99/month	NA	Variable‡	17‡	NFL+

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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 in 2021. 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.

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

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.

Our Choice

Fubo is my top choice for Lions fans. It not only provides the whole NFL season for you but is also great for other sports — especially MLB, NBA, and NHL. Fubo allows you to try out its service with a free trial.

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FAQs

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.

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I am a Senior Content Editor at Hotdog.com, specializing in sports streaming and regional programming issues. With a PhD in Atmospheric Physics from the Oregon Graduate Institute of Science and extensive experience in remote sensing technology, including early video streaming, I bring a unique technical perspective to the streaming industry.

My expertise in sports coverage, particularly for out-of-market games and regional sports networks, stems from years of hands-on experience as an early adopter of streaming services and my work addressing fans' viewing challenges. As a longtime cord-cutter and subscriber to multiple streaming platforms, I combine my technical knowledge with practical user experience, making me a leading expert in the field of sports streaming and entertainment technology.

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