Here’s where to watch the Detroit Lions vs. Miami Dolphins: the Week 9 game kicks off at 1 p.m. ET on Sunday, Nov. 8, 2026, on CBS (WWJ-TV, CBS 62 in Detroit). The Lions (5-2) visit the Dolphins (1-6) at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida. If you’re searching for where to watch Miami Dolphins vs. Detroit Lions, below are your TV, streaming, and radio options, a quick note on why some listings still say FOX, and what to watch for in the game.
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What channel is Lions vs. Dolphins on? TV, stream, and kickoff at a glance
| Game | Detroit Lions (5-2) at Miami Dolphins (1-6), NFL Week 9 |
| Date | Sunday, Nov. 8, 2026 |
| Kickoff | 1 p.m. ET (Miami is also on Eastern time) |
| TV | CBS (WWJ-TV, CBS 62 in Detroit) |
| Stream | Paramount+ (live local CBS); NFL+ (phones and tablets); live-TV services that carry your local CBS station |
| Radio | 97.1 The Ticket (Lions) |
| Venue | Hard Rock Stadium, Miami Gardens, Florida |
The kickoff time and CBS broadcast are listed on the Lions’ official game page and on NFL.com. The CBS announcing crew had not been posted on either page when this guide was written.
How to watch Lions vs. Dolphins on TV or a live stream
This is a CBS game, so in metro Detroit you’ll find it on channel 62, not FOX 2, where most Lions Sunday games air. A basic antenna picks up WWJ-TV for free. If channel 62 doesn’t come in, rescan your TV before Sunday. Our Detroit TV channel guide lists every local station’s antenna number.
No antenna or cable? These options stream the game:
- Paramount+: streams your local CBS station live, so Detroit-area subscribers get WWJ’s broadcast of the game.
- NFL+: streams local and national games live on phones and tablets.
- Live-TV streaming services: any service that includes your local CBS station will carry it. Check your ZIP code on the service’s site first.
- Outside Michigan and South Florida: it depends on what your CBS station airs at 1 p.m. ET. If the game isn’t on locally, NFL Sunday Ticket carries out-of-market Sunday afternoon games.
Watching at home: a 5-step Sunday checklist
- Saturday: confirm channel 62 comes in on your antenna, or that your plan includes local CBS.
- By noon Sunday: update and sign in to Paramount+, NFL+ or your live-TV app so log-ins don’t eat into kickoff.
- 12:45 p.m. ET: tune in and make sure your feed shows Lions-Dolphins, not another 1 p.m. game.
- On the road: switch to 97.1 The Ticket so you don’t miss a snap.
- If channel 62 shows something else: check the Lions’ game page or NFL.com for a late network change, then tune to that network.
Prices and trial terms change often, so check each service before Sunday. For every channel and app across the season, see how to watch the Detroit Lions in 2026.
Is Lions vs. Dolphins on CBS or FOX?
CBS, according to the Lions’ game page on NFL.com and the team schedule on FOX Sports’ own site. You may still see FOX on some third-party TV listings and older previews, including an earlier mention in our Vikings guide. That mix-up is understandable: FOX holds the NFL’s main NFC package, so most Lions Sunday afternoon games air on FOX 2. The league assigns some games to CBS, and it can move games between networks during the season. We’ll recheck the official listings on game day and update this page if anything changes.
Lions vs. Dolphins on the radio
The Lions’ flagship station is 97.1 The Ticket (WXYT-FM), with Dan Miller on play-by-play and Lomas Brown as analyst. Out of town, NFL+ also includes live game audio.
What’s at stake: Detroit tries to keep rolling in Miami
Detroit arrives on a roll. The Lions beat the Vikings 19-15 at Ford Field on Nov. 1, handing Minnesota its first loss of the season after trailing 7-6 at halftime. It was their third straight win, following a 20-17 win over Green Bay on Oct. 25 and a 45-21 rout at Arizona before the bye.
Miami is having a rough year. The Dolphins are 1-6 after a 24-19 home loss to New England on Nov. 1. Their only win was a 28-25 road victory over the New York Jets. On paper, that makes Detroit the clear favorite. But the Lions already lost one road game they were expected to win, 32-26 at Carolina in Week 4, so this one isn’t automatic.
The series history favors Miami. The Lions are 5-8 all-time against Miami, according to Pro Football Reference. The teams play in different conferences, so they meet only once every few years.
When do the Lions play next after Miami?
Set an early alarm for next week. The Lions play the New England Patriots in Munich on Sunday, Nov. 15, at 9:30 a.m. ET on FOX. Every date, time, and network is in our 2026 Detroit Lions schedule.
Lions vs. Dolphins FAQs
When do the Detroit Lions play the Miami Dolphins?
Sunday, Nov. 8, 2026, at 1 p.m. ET at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida. It’s the Lions’ NFL Week 9 game.
What channel is the Lions game on Sunday?
CBS. In Detroit, that’s WWJ-TV on channel 62, not FOX 2. Outside the two teams’ markets, check your local CBS station’s listings.
Can I watch Lions vs. Dolphins for free?
Yes. In metro Detroit, an over-the-air antenna picks up CBS 62 at no cost. A streaming free trial is another option if you cancel before you’re billed.
Who won the last Lions game?
The Lions beat the Minnesota Vikings 19-15 at Ford Field on Nov. 1, 2026, to improve to 5-2. We’ll add the Miami result here after the game.
Bottom line: CBS 62 at 1 p.m. ET Sunday
Turn to CBS 62, open Paramount+ or NFL+, or tune to 97.1 The Ticket at 1 p.m. ET on Nov. 8. A win would give Detroit four straight heading into the Munich trip. This guide will be updated on game day and after the final whistle. Missed last week? Our Lions vs. Vikings game guide has the details.
Last updated Nov. 3, 2026. Sources: detroitlions.com game page and schedule; NFL.com; FOX Sports Lions schedule; ESPN Dolphins schedule; Pro Football Reference.
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