Game-by-game predictions for 2026 Lions after schedule release
We predict how the Lions will fare each week with the release of Detroit's 2026 schedule.
Finally, the Detroit Lions schedule for 2026 has been released. The slate includes nine games on national television, including four set to played on Sunday, Monday or Thursday nights. Of course, the Lions also will host on Thanksgiving, welcoming the Chicago Bears to Ford Field this year for the late-November battle.
Additionally, for the first time in more than a decade, the Lions will play overseas . They’re tabbed as the home team against the New England Patriots in Germany on Nov. 15.
With the order of games established, here are game-by-game predictions from our Lions beat writers. Detroit Lions 2026 season predictions Week 1: vs. New Orleans Saints Nolan Bianchi: For the first time in years, the Lions have a low-stakes season opener.
That is not, however, to say the Saints are a bad opponent. But I’m expecting the Lions to meet the moment and set the tone for the season to come. The pick: Win (1-0) Richard Silva: Dan Campbell welcomes his former team to Detroit for the first time since he became a head coach.
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