2026 Detroit Lions Season Opener: Lions vs. Saints at Ford Field
The Detroit Lions are set to kick off their season at Ford Field, hosting the New Orleans Saints in the Week 1 opener. The exact game time has not been confirmed yet. This will be the second time in three years that the Lions start their season at home, but they will have a short week following the Saints game as they travel to face the Buffalo Bills on Thursday Night Football for the grand opening of the Bills' new stadium.
The Lions and Saints have not faced each other frequently in recent years, playing only twice since 2018. The Lions won the most recent matchup 33-28, while the Saints emerged victorious with a 35-29 win in 2020. New Orleans, under first-year head coach Kellen Moore, showed improvement towards the end of the 2025 season, winning four of their last five games, including notable victories over the Buccaneers and Panthers. Rookie quarterback Tyler Shough displayed promise in the final stretch of the season, with impressive stats.
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