The 2027 Detroit Lions schedule is set in terms of opponents, with all 17 regular-season matchups locked in by the NFL’s scheduling rotation. The Lions will play their NFC North rivals home and away, with non-conference rotation games against the NFC West and AFC West rounding out most of the slate. Specific dates and kickoff times for the 2027 season will be released by the NFL in May 2027, and this page will be updated when the schedule drops.
2027 Detroit Lions Schedule
While the 2026 season is the immediate focus, the NFL’s 3-year and 4-year scheduling rotations let us see the 2027 Lions opponents well in advance. Whether you are planning a road trip or just want to see who is coming to Ford Field, this guide gives you the early look at the 2027 slate alongside our printable 2027 Detroit Lions schedule.
Below, you can download our low-ink printable schedule, which will be updated as the NFL confirms dates, and view the full home and away breakdown by category.
For roster updates, ticket information, and the latest team news, visit the official Detroit Lions schedule page.
2027 Detroit Lions Opponents and Matchup Breakdown
The 17-game 2027 schedule is determined by the NFL’s 3-year and 4-year rotation cycles. The Lions face every NFC North team home and away, draw the NFC West and AFC West in the rotation, and pick up three standings-based games once the 2026 regular season finishes.
Home Games at Ford Field (8)
- Division (NFC North): Chicago Bears, Green Bay Packers, Minnesota Vikings
- Intra-Conference (NFC West): Arizona Cardinals, San Francisco 49ers
- Inter-Conference (AFC West): Kansas City Chiefs, Los Angeles Chargers
- Standings-Based: NFC East TBD (based on 2026 finish)
Away Games (Road Trips) (9)
- Division (NFC North): Chicago Bears, Green Bay Packers, Minnesota Vikings
- Intra-Conference (NFC West): Los Angeles Rams, Seattle Seahawks
- Inter-Conference (AFC West): Denver Broncos, Las Vegas Raiders
- Standings-Based: NFC South TBD (based on 2026 finish), AFC North TBD (based on 2026 finish)
Key NFL Dates for 2027
- 2027 NFL Draft: Late April 2027 (host city to be announced)
- Official 2027 Schedule Release: May 2027
- Training Camp Opens: Late July 2027
- 2027 Regular Season Kickoff: Thursday, September 9, 2027
2027 NFL Resources and Printables
Stay on top of the rest of the league with our complete NFL coverage:
- 2026 Detroit Lions Schedule for the current season’s full matchup list with TV networks.
- NFL Future Schedules (All Teams) for every team’s slate through the 2028 season.
- 2026 NFL Printable Schedules Hub for current-season printables for all 32 teams.
- NFL Bracket Maker for interactive and fillable NFL Playoff brackets in PDF format.
2027 Detroit Lions Schedule FAQ
When will the 2027 Detroit Lions schedule be released?
The NFL is expected to release the official 2027 schedule, with dates and kickoff times, in May 2027. This page will be updated as soon as the schedule drops.
How many home games do the Lions play in 2027?
The Lions have 8 home games at Ford Field in 2027: Chicago Bears, Green Bay Packers, Minnesota Vikings, Arizona Cardinals, San Francisco 49ers, Kansas City Chiefs, Los Angeles Chargers, and NFC East TBD.
Who do the Lions play in 2027?
The Lions face their three NFC North rivals home and away, draw the NFC West and AFC West divisions in the rotation, and pick up three standings-based games against same-position finishers in the NFC East, NFC South, and AFC North.
What are standings-based opponents?
Standings-based opponents are determined by where a team finishes in its division the prior season. The Lions will play the same-position finisher (1st, 2nd, 3rd, or 4th) in the NFC East, NFC South, and AFC North based on their 2026 NFC North finish.
Where can I get a printable 2027 Lions schedule?
Use the download button above to grab our low-ink printable 2027 Detroit Lions schedule (PDF). The opponents are locked in, and the file will be refreshed with dates and kickoff times once the NFL releases the 2027 broadcast schedule in May 2027.
