The Detroit Lions return to Ford Field on Sunday, September 27, 2026, to host the New York Jets in a Week 3 matchup. Kickoff is scheduled for 1 p.m. ET, with both teams entering the contest looking to improve their records to 2-1.
Both squads step onto the field following tough defeats in their previous outings. The Lions dropped a 36-30 decision to the Buffalo Bills on September 17, while the Jets suffered an overtime loss to the Green Bay Packers on September 20. Despite the early-season stumble, sportsbook odds list the Lions as 6.5-point favorites at home.
Matchup Storylines and Connections
Sunday’s game features a notable sideline reunion. New York head coach Aaron Glenn faces his former team and his mentor, Detroit head coach Dan Campbell, in his pursuit of a major signature victory.
Detroit enters the game eager to establish an offensive rhythm early. Quarterback Jared Goff leads an offense looking to get playmakers like Jahmyr Gibbs and Jameson Williams involved right away, while defensive coordinator Kelvin Sheppard aims to tighten up a unit that struggled against Buffalo.
The Jets arrive with a competent offense quarterbacked by veteran Geno Smith, alongside weapons like running back Breece Hall and wide receiver Garrett Wilson. New York’s defense has proven stout early in the year, setting up an interesting tactical battle in front of the home crowd.
How to Watch and Listen
Fans hoping to catch the action live can find the broadcast and streaming options across multiple platforms:
- TV Channel: FOX will carry the game for local markets and assigned regions.
- Streaming: In-market fans can use local mobile options or NFL+, while out-of-market viewers in the United States can watch via NFL Sunday Ticket on YouTube and YouTube TV. International fans can tune in through NFL Game Pass International on DAZN.
- Radio: Listeners can tune into the Lions Radio Network on 97.1 The Ticket, featuring Dan Miller and Lomas Brown on the call.
Following this home contest, the Lions will hit the road to face the Carolina Panthers on Sunday, October 4.
