Last updated Oct. 6, 2026. All times are Eastern (ET).
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Here is how to watch Detroit Lions games this week: the next game is Sunday, Oct. 11, at the Arizona Cardinals, at 4:25 p.m. ET on FOX. In metro Detroit, that means FOX 2 (WJBK) with an antenna or cable, Fox One or a live-TV streaming service online, and 97.1 The Ticket on the radio.
That is the short answer for this week. Below, you’ll find how to watch the Detroit Lions for every game left in 2026: which network has each game, the matching Detroit channel, the streaming app that carries it, and how to listen on the radio when you are in the car or at work.
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What channel is the Lions game on today?
Every NFL game belongs to one national network, and that network decides where you can watch. Once you know the network, the channel and app follow:
- FOX game: FOX 2 (WJBK) in Detroit; stream on Fox One or the FOX Sports app with a TV login.
- CBS game: CBS Detroit (WWJ-TV, channel 62); stream on Paramount+.
- NBC game (Sunday Night Football): WDIV Local 4; stream on Peacock.
- ESPN game (Monday Night Football): ESPN on cable or ESPN’s streaming service.
- Thursday Night Football: Prime Video, with an over-the-air simulcast in the team’s home market.
Most Lions games in 2026 air on FOX, the main broadcast home for NFC teams like Detroit. CBS picks up a stretch in late November and early December, and two late-season games are in primetime.
How to watch the Lions today in 3 steps
- Find the network. Look up today’s date in the schedule table below.
- Pick your screen. Tune an antenna or cable box to the Detroit channel listed, or open the matching streaming app.
- Confirm the kickoff. Check the team’s schedule page on game day in case of a flex or time change, and set your reminder in ET.
Detroit Lions 2026 TV schedule by game
This table lists the remaining games with the network and the Detroit station that carries them. It follows the Lions’ official schedule, checked Oct. 6, 2026. For results and the bye week, see our full Detroit Lions 2026 schedule.
| Date | Opponent | Kickoff (ET) | Network | Watch in Detroit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun., Oct. 11 | at Arizona Cardinals | 4:25 p.m. | FOX | FOX 2 / Fox One |
| Oct. 17-18 | Bye week (no game) | |||
| Sun., Oct. 25 | vs. Green Bay Packers | 4:25 p.m. | FOX | FOX 2 / Fox One |
| Sun., Nov. 1 | vs. Minnesota Vikings | 1 p.m. | FOX | FOX 2 / Fox One |
| Sun., Nov. 8 | at Miami Dolphins | 1 p.m. | FOX | FOX 2 / Fox One |
| Sun., Nov. 15 | vs. New England Patriots (Munich) | 9:30 a.m. | FOX, FOX Deportes | FOX 2 / Fox One |
| Sun., Nov. 22 | vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers | 1 p.m. | CBS | CBS Detroit (62) / Paramount+ |
| Thu., Nov. 26 (Thanksgiving) | vs. Chicago Bears | 1 p.m. | CBS | CBS Detroit (62) / Paramount+ |
| Sun., Dec. 6 | at Atlanta Falcons | 1 p.m. | CBS | CBS Detroit (62) / Paramount+ |
| Sun., Dec. 13 | vs. Tennessee Titans | 1 p.m. | FOX | FOX 2 / Fox One |
| Sun., Dec. 20 | at Minnesota Vikings | 8:20 p.m. | NBC, Universo | WDIV Local 4 / Peacock |
| Mon., Dec. 28 | vs. New York Giants | 8:15 p.m. | ESPN, ESPN Deportes | ESPN |
| Sun., Jan. 3 | at Chicago Bears | 4:25 p.m. | FOX | FOX 2 / Fox One |
| TBD (Week 18) | at Green Bay Packers | TBD | TBD | TBD |
Late-season kickoff times and networks can change through flex scheduling, and the Week 18 date and network are set only after Week 17. We update this table every week.
Detroit TV channels for Lions games
Every FOX, CBS, and NBC game is free over the air in metro Detroit. A basic indoor or rooftop HD antenna picks up these local stations:
| Network | Detroit station | Channel |
|---|---|---|
| FOX | FOX 2 (WJBK) | 2 |
| NBC | Local 4 (WDIV) | 4 |
| ABC | WXYZ | 7 |
| CBS | CBS Detroit (WWJ-TV) | 62 |
Cable and satellite channel numbers vary by provider, so check your guide if the number above doesn’t match. The Dec. 28 Monday night game is on ESPN, which requires cable or a streaming subscription. ABC simulcasts some Monday night games, so check WXYZ’s listings that week.
How to stream Detroit Lions games
If you don’t have cable, match the app to the network airing the game:
- Fox One: FOX’s streaming service carries the local FOX game, which covers most of the Lions’ 2026 schedule.
- Paramount+: streams your local CBS games, including Thanksgiving vs. the Bears.
- Peacock: streams every NBC Sunday Night Football game, including Dec. 20 at Minnesota.
- ESPN: ESPN’s direct-to-consumer streaming service carries Monday Night Football without cable.
- Live-TV streaming services: YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, Fubo and DirecTV carry the local broadcast networks, so one subscription covers most games. Check that your plan includes the networks you need.
- NFL+ and the Lions app: NFL+ streams live local and primetime games on a phone or tablet. The team says its own mobile app and website stream games live for in-market fans only.
One common mistake: NFL Sunday Ticket on YouTube is for out-of-market Sunday afternoon games. If you live in the Detroit area, the Lions game is already on your local FOX or CBS station, so Sunday Ticket isn’t needed to watch it. For a full rundown of options, the team keeps a ways to watch page.
How to listen to the Lions on the radio
97.1 The Ticket (WXYT-FM) is the flagship station of the Lions Radio Network. The station extended its partnership with the team in February 2026 and carries preseason, regular-season, and postseason games.
- Broadcast team: Dan Miller handles play-by-play, with former Lions tackle Lomas Brown as analyst.
- Outside Detroit: Lions Radio Network affiliate stations around Michigan carry the same call.
- Online and in the car: the team lists NFL+, TuneIn Premium and SiriusXM as ways to hear live game audio, and Westwood One carries national radio for primetime and postseason games.
Radio is handy for the Nov. 15 game in Munich. The 9:30 a.m. ET kickoff lands during Sunday errands for a lot of Detroiters.
Where to watch the Lions outside Michigan
Fans living outside the Detroit market follow different rules. Primetime games on NBC, ESPN, and Prime Video air nationally, so those are easy anywhere in the U.S. Sunday afternoon FOX and CBS games are regional, so a Lions game may not be on your local station. That is where NFL Sunday Ticket on YouTube or YouTube TV helps, since it carries out-of-market Sunday afternoon games.
Remember the time zone, too. Detroit runs on Eastern time, so a 1 p.m. ET kickoff is 10 a.m. Pacific. If you are visiting for a home game at Ford Field, our guide to the best things to do in Detroit for first-time visitors covers the rest of the weekend.
Frequently asked questions
What channel is the Detroit Lions game on today?
It depends on the network. Most 2026 Lions games are on FOX, which is FOX 2 (WJBK) in Detroit. CBS games air on CBS Detroit (channel 62), and NBC games on WDIV Local 4. Check the schedule table above for each date.
Can I watch the Lions game for free?
Yes, if you are in the Detroit area and the game is on FOX, CBS or NBC. Those stations are free over the air with an HD antenna. The Dec. 28 game on ESPN requires cable or a streaming subscription.
What radio station has the Lions game?
97.1 The Ticket (WXYT-FM) is the Lions’ flagship radio station, with Dan Miller and Lomas Brown on the call. Affiliate stations around Michigan carry the same broadcast.
Do I need NFL Sunday Ticket to watch the Lions in Detroit?
No. Sunday Ticket covers out-of-market Sunday afternoon games. In the Detroit market, Lions games air on local stations, so you need an antenna, cable or a streaming service that carries those networks.
Can I watch Lions games in Spanish?
Some games have a Spanish-language broadcast. The team’s schedule lists FOX Deportes for the Nov. 15 game in Munich, Universo for Dec. 20 at Minnesota, and ESPN Deportes for the Dec. 28 game against the Giants.
The bottom line
To watch the Detroit Lions, find the network for the game, then use the matching local channel or app: FOX 2 or Fox One for most games, CBS Detroit or Paramount+ for the games from Nov. 22 to Dec. 6, Peacock for Dec. 20, and ESPN for Dec. 28. If you can’t watch, 97.1 The Ticket has every game. Bookmark this page; we update it weekly.
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