The Detroit Lions host the Green Bay Packers in Week 7 of the 2026 NFL season, the top professional American football league in the United States, at Ford Field in Detroit. Kickoff is scheduled for this Sunday (25) at 4:25 p.m. ET, with live coverage in the United States available on Fox, FOX One, NFL+, and DetroitLions.com / Detroit Lions Mobile App.
The matchup pits two NFC North rivals against each other as they chase division leaders Minnesota Vikings (5-0) and Chicago Bears (5-2). The Green Bay Packers enter Week 7 in third place in the division with a 4-2 record, riding a three-game winning streak after a 23-13 victory over the Dallas Cowboys. The Detroit Lions sit in fourth place at 3-2, returning from a Week 6 bye following a 45-21 win against the Arizona Cardinals in Week 5, though the team has not won two consecutive games since Week 5 of the 2025 season. In 2025, the Green Bay Packers swept both regular-season meetings against the Detroit Lions, including a 31-24 victory on Thanksgiving Day when quarterback Jordan Love threw four touchdown passes.
Where to watch Detroit Lions vs Green Bay Packers live
Fans in the United States can follow the divisional broadcast with play-by-play announcer Kevin Burkhardt, analyst Tom Brady, and sideline reporters Erin Andrews and Tom Rinaldi across television and digital platforms.
- Fox (over-the-air television)
- FOX One (streaming)
- NFL+ (streaming)
- DetroitLions.com / Detroit Lions Mobile App (streaming)
Start time and location for Detroit Lions vs Green Bay Packers
- Date: Sunday, October 25, 2026
- Start time: 4:25 p.m. ET (4:25 p.m. local stadium time in Detroit)
- Location: Ford Field, in Detroit, Michigan
- Competition: NFL — Week 7
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How the Detroit Lions enter the game
Coached by Dan Campbell, the Detroit Lions boast an offense averaging 32.8 points per game in the 2026 season, tied for first place in the NFL. Quarterback Jared Goff leads the unit with 1,485 passing yards, 12 touchdowns, and zero interceptions this year. Running back Jahmyr Gibbs has recorded 504 rushing yards and 7 touchdowns, while wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown has 37 receptions for 372 yards and 5 touchdowns. On defense, the projected starters include linebacker Jack Campbell, defensive end DJ Wonnum, and safety Chuck Clark.
Regarding the injury report, safety Brian Branch, recovering from an Achilles tendon injury suffered in December 2025, and center Cade Mays, recovering from wrist surgery, are listed as questionable but are expected to make their season debuts as starters. Cornerback Rock Ya-Sin was limited in practice during the week due to a hamstring injury. The complete list of 22 starters and the official game-day inactive list will be released 90 minutes before kickoff.
“Division games are big, man. You talk about wanting to win a division, you have got to win division games. That’s something we weren’t able to do last year. And so, that’s why those are important. You get two of them. They’re really a game and a half if you want to look at it a certain way,” said Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell.
How the Green Bay Packers enter the game
Under head coach Matt LaFleur, the Green Bay Packers cleared starting quarterback Jordan Love without restrictions for Sunday’s game. Love had limited participation in Wednesday’s practice due to a back issue, but practiced normally on Thursday and Friday. Wide receivers Christian Watson (ankle), Matthew Golden (shoulder), and Savion Williams (ankle) were also cleared to play without restrictions, while safety Xavier McKinney remains a key starter in the defensive secondary.
Among the confirmed absences, the Green Bay Packers will be without linebacker Zaire Franklin, who was ruled out after suffering a shin injury midweek, snapping his streak of 48 consecutive starts. Tight end Luke Musgrave is also ruled out for the Week 7 contest. Unlike association football, the NFL does not have a yellow card system or automatic suspensions for card accumulation. The coaching staff will confirm the final active roster and starting lineup 90 minutes prior to the opening kickoff.
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Officiating crew for Detroit Lions vs Green Bay Packers
The NFL assigned referee Alex Moore to lead the officiating crew for the divisional matchup at Ford Field. In the first five games of the 2026 season, Moore’s crew has called an average of 20.2 penalties per game, the second-highest mark in the league.
- Referee: Alex Moore (NFL)
- Umpire: Terry Killens Jr. (NFL)
- Down judge: Dana McKenzie (NFL)
- Line judge: Thomas Eaton (NFL)
- Field judge: Mearl Robinson (NFL)
- Side judge: Anthony Jeffries (NFL)
- Back judge: Terrence Miles (NFL)
