Exciting Home Games Await: Detroit Lions' 2026 NFL Season Preview
The Detroit Lions are set to play eight games at Ford Field in the upcoming 2026 NFL season. With the NFL's shift to a 17-game schedule, the Lions will have a mix of home and away games, including an international matchup against the New England Patriots. Despite missing out on a game against the reigning AFC Champions, fans will still have eight opportunities to catch the Lions in action at home.
After a challenging 2025 season where the Lions finished last in their division, there is optimism surrounding the team's potential for a comeback. Head coach Dan Campbell leads a talented roster that includes standout players like Amon-Ra St. Brown, Jahmyr Gibbs, and Aidan Hutchinson, making the Lions a team to watch in the NFL.
Detroit will be featured in primetime games four times this season, with one of them being a home game against the New York Giants in Week 16 on Monday Night Football. Despite the limited home primetime games, the Lions remain a compelling team to watch in standalone windows throughout the season.
Heading into the 2026 season, the Detroit Lions have decided not to increase season ticket prices, maintaining flat rates compared to previous years. The average ticket cost for the season is $372.18, with the Thanksgiving game against the Bears being the highest-priced home game with a get-in price of $317. On the road, the Lions' matchup against Buffalo commands a minimum ticket price exceeding $600, reflecting the anticipation surrounding the game at New Highmark Stadium.
With a mix of divisional matchups and primetime games, the Lions' 2026 schedule promises exciting matchups for fans. The team's home games, including the divisional clashes and the season finale against the Giants, are expected to draw enthusiastic crowds and provide thrilling football action throughout the season.