Here’s where to watch the Green Bay Packers vs. Detroit Lions: the game kicks off Sunday, Oct. 25, at 4:25 p.m. ET on FOX from Ford Field in downtown Detroit. 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.
It’s Detroit’s first game in two weeks after the Week 6 bye, and the first of two meetings with Green Bay this season. Below you’ll find the channel, every streaming option, kickoff in your time zone, and what to know if you’re going to the game.
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Where to watch Packers vs. Lions: game details at a glance
| Date | Sunday, Oct. 25, 2026 (Week 7) |
| Kickoff | 4:25 p.m. ET (3:25 p.m. CT in Green Bay) |
| Stadium | Ford Field, 2000 Brush St., Detroit |
| TV | FOX (FOX 2/WJBK in Detroit) |
| Broadcast team | Kevin Burkhardt (play-by-play), Tom Brady (analyst), Erin Andrews and Tom Rinaldi (sideline) |
| Streaming | FOX One, FOX Sports app (TV login), live-TV streaming services, NFL+ on phones and tablets |
| Radio | 97.1 The Ticket (WXYT-FM) and the Lions Radio Network; Packers Radio Network |
| Records | Packers 4-2, Lions 3-2 |
Kickoff time and network match the Lions’ official schedule, NFL.com’s game center and the Packers’ schedule, all checked Oct. 20. The broadcast team is from FOX’s Week 7 announcer assignments.
How to watch the Lions on Sunday in 3 steps
- Pick your screen. Use an antenna or cable on FOX 2, or open FOX One or your live-TV streaming app.
- Test it before kickoff. Rescan your antenna or sign in to the app a few hours early so a login or signal problem doesn’t cost you the first quarter.
- Be ready at 4:25 p.m. ET. On game day, check the Lions’ schedule page for any time or network change and the team’s site or social accounts for the inactive list.
What channel is the Packers vs. Lions game on in Detroit?
The game is on FOX, which is FOX 2 (WJBK), channel 2, in metro Detroit. Because it’s a Lions home game, viewers in the Detroit market get it on their local FOX station.
- Antenna: FOX 2 is free over the air. A basic HD antenna is the cheapest way to watch.
- Cable or satellite: tune to your provider’s FOX 2 channel. Channel numbers vary by provider, so check your guide.
FOX has assigned its lead crew, Kevin Burkhardt and Tom Brady, to this game. Outside the Detroit and Green Bay markets, though, coverage depends on which 4:25 p.m. game your local FOX station airs. If yours is showing another game, use one of the streaming options below. Our Detroit TV channel guide lists every local station’s antenna number.
How to stream Packers vs. Lions
No cable? You still have several ways to stream the game live:
- FOX One: FOX’s streaming service carries your local FOX broadcast, so Detroit-area subscribers get this game. FOX’s game page currently advertises a three-day free trial for new users.
- FOX Sports app: free to download, but you sign in with a cable, satellite or streaming TV provider.
- Live-TV streaming services: YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, Fubo and DirecTV include local FOX stations in most markets. Confirm your plan carries FOX where you live.
- NFL+: streams local and primetime games live on a phone or tablet.
- NFL Sunday Ticket: for fans who live outside the Detroit market and can’t get the game on their local FOX station. In metro Detroit, you don’t need it, since the game is already on FOX 2.
For the full picture of networks and apps for the rest of the season, see our guide on how to watch the Detroit Lions in 2026.
How to listen on the radio
97.1 The Ticket (WXYT-FM) is the Lions’ flagship station, with Dan Miller on play-by-play and former Lions tackle Lomas Brown as analyst. Affiliates across Michigan carry the same broadcast. Packers fans can follow along on the Packers Radio Network. With a late-afternoon kickoff, the radio call is a handy option if you’re driving home from a weekend away.
Packers vs. Lions kickoff time in your time zone
| Time zone | Kickoff |
|---|---|
| Eastern (Detroit) | 4:25 p.m. |
| Central (Green Bay) | 3:25 p.m. |
| Mountain | 2:25 p.m. |
| Pacific | 1:25 p.m. |
Daylight saving time doesn’t end until Nov. 1, so this is still a 4:25 p.m. EDT kickoff. Clocks fall back at 2 a.m. on Nov. 1, the morning the Lions host Minnesota. Our explainer on what time zone Detroit is in covers the switch.
Going to Ford Field: what to know
If you have tickets, a few rules from Ford Field’s event page will save you a trip back to the car:
- No backpacks and no camera bags or cases. Small personal cameras are fine; GoPros, video cameras, selfie sticks, and tripods are not.
- Parking: the Ford Field Parking Deck, Lot 4 and Lot 5 serve the stadium, and you can prepay through ParkWhiz. ADA parking is in the deck, first come, first served.
- No re-entry during Lions home games, so bring what you need on your first trip in.
- Need help inside? Guest Services is at Gates A, B, C, E, and G, or text 313-513-8398.
Ford Field sells tickets through Ticketmaster. Prices change often, so check there rather than relying on a quoted figure.
Where the Lions and Packers stand
Detroit comes off its bye at 3-2. The Lions beat New Orleans 31-30 in overtime, lost 41-31 at Buffalo, beat the New York Jets 31-24, fell 32-26 at Carolina and then routed Arizona 45-21 on Oct. 11. Our Lions vs. Cardinals guide has more on that game.
Green Bay is 4-2 and has won three straight: 17-14 at Tampa Bay, 31-7 over Chicago and 23-13 over Dallas on Oct. 18. The Packers’ losses came at Minnesota in Week 1 and at home against Atlanta in Week 3.
This NFC North rivalry has some recent edge to it. Green Bay swept Detroit in 2025, winning 27-13 at Lambeau Field and 31-24 at Ford Field on Thanksgiving, after the Lions swept both meetings in 2024. The Packers lead the all-time series 108-78-7, including playoffs. The teams meet again at Lambeau in Week 18, with the date and time still to be set.
Frequently asked questions
What time is the Lions vs. Packers game on Sunday?
Kickoff is 4:25 p.m. ET on Sunday, Oct. 25, 2026, at Ford Field. That’s 3:25 p.m. Central Time in Green Bay.
What channel is the Packers vs. Lions game on?
FOX. In metro Detroit, that’s FOX 2 (WJBK), channel 2. You can also stream it on FOX One or a live-TV service that carries your local FOX station.
Can I watch Packers vs. Lions for free?
Yes, in the Detroit area. FOX 2 is free over the air with an HD antenna. FOX One advertises a short free trial for new users; other streaming services and NFL+ require a subscription.
When do the Lions play after the Packers game?
Detroit hosts the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday, Nov. 1, at 1 p.m. ET on FOX. The full slate is on our Detroit Lions 2026 schedule.
The bottom line
To watch the Green Bay Packers vs. Detroit Lions, turn on FOX 2 at 4:25 p.m. ET on Sunday, Oct. 25, or stream it on FOX One. If you can’t reach a screen, 97.1 The Ticket has the call. Heading downtown? Leave the backpack at home and plan your parking ahead. We’ll add the final score here after the game.
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