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The Lions appeared to get their mojo back in Week 5, dismantling the Cardinals behind a stellar offensive showing. While there are questions about how Detroit's defense can hold up against higher-level competition, a 3-2 record through five games is something Dan Campbell's squad can build on.
Building on it, however, will have to wait just a bit longer.
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The Lions will have some time off before a pair of critical NFC North games, with the Packers and Vikings next on the schedule. In a division made up entirely of teams above .500, every game between teams within the NFC North will carry high stakes.
Here's what you need to know about the Lions' road ahead and how to watch their next game.
Do the Lions play today?
The Lions are on their bye in Week 6, so they won't be playing this weekend. It's an early bye week for Detroit, and it might not come at the best time with the team regaining momentum in Week 5 with a blowout win over the Cardinals.
Here's a look at when the Lions will play next.
When is the Lions' next game?
- Matchup: Packers vs. Lions
- Date: Sunday, Oct. 25
- Time: 4:25 p.m. ET
- TV channel: Fox
- Live stream: Fubo
The Lions will return to action with a critical NFC North matchup against the Packers on Sunday, Oct. 25. Both Detroit and Green Bay put together impressive performances in Week 5, with the Packers putting together their best offensive showing of the season in a 31-7 win over the Bears.
Micah Parsons has a chance to return for the Packers in Week 7, which could add another element to a highly-anticipated divisional matchup in Detroit.
Lions schedule 2026
Here are Detroit's next five games:
| Date | Matchup | Time (ET) |
| Sun, Oct. 25 | vs. Packers | 4:25 p.m. |
| Sun, Nov. 1 | vs. Vikings | 1 p.m. |
| Sun, Nov. 8 | at Dolphins | 1 p.m. |
| Sun, Nov. 15 | vs. Patriots (Munich) | 9:30 a.m. |
| Sun, Nov. 22 | vs. Buccaneers | 1 p.m. |
The Lions have another major NFC North battle after hosting the Packers, as they will welcome the division-leading Vikings to Ford Field.
