While the current NFL season holds the spotlight, the league’s scheduling rotation lets us preview the 2028 Detroit Lions opponents well in advance. Whether you’re already mapping out a road trip or just want to know who’s coming to Ford Field, this guide gives you an early look at the slate when you need a printable 2028 Detroit Lions schedule.
- Season: currently a 17-game, 18-week season, from September 2028 through early January 2029.
- National TV: CBS, FOX, and NBC on Sundays, ESPN and ABC on Monday nights, and Amazon Prime Video on Thursday nights.
- Local and streaming: in-market games air on your local CBS or FOX affiliate; stream via NFL+, Fubo, or YouTube TV, with select Christmas games on Netflix.
Below you can download our signature low-ink printable schedule (updated as dates are confirmed) and view the home/away breakdown.
2028 Detroit Lions Printable Schedule (PDF)
Our printer-friendly schedules are designed to save you money on ink while delivering a high-contrast layout for your fridge, office, or game-day binder.
Note: Specific dates and kickoff times for the 2028 season will be officially released by the NFL in May 2028. This PDF currently reflects confirmed opponents.
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2028 Detroit Lions Opponents & Matchup Breakdown
The 17-game 2028 schedule is determined by the NFL’s 3-year and 4-year rotation cycles. As a NFC North club, the Lions face the NFC East in their intra-conference rotation and the AFC South in their inter-conference rotation. Three standings-based games round out the slate based on 2027 finish.
Home Games at Ford Field (9)
- Division (NFC North): Chicago Bears, Green Bay Packers, Minnesota Vikings
- Intra-Conference (NFC East): Philadelphia Eagles, Washington Commanders
- Inter-Conference (AFC South): Houston Texans, Indianapolis Colts
- Standings-Based: NFC West opponent TBD (based on 2027 finish); AFC East opponent TBD (based on 2027 finish)
Away Games / Road Trips (8)
- Division (NFC North): at Chicago Bears, at Green Bay Packers, at Minnesota Vikings
- Intra-Conference (NFC East): at Dallas Cowboys, at New York Giants
- Inter-Conference (AFC South): at Jacksonville Jaguars, at Tennessee Titans
- Standings-Based: at NFC South opponent TBD
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Key NFL Dates for 2028
- 2028 NFL Draft: April 2028
- Official Schedule Release: May 2028
- Training Camp Opens: Late July 2028
- 2028 Regular Season Kickoff: Thursday, September 9, 2028
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2028 NFL Resources & Printables
Stay ahead of the game with our complete 2028 NFL hub:
- NFL Future Schedules (All Teams): Through 2030
- NFL Bracket Maker Utility: Make interactive, fillable, shareable NFL Playoff brackets in PDF format.
- 2026 NFL Printable Schedules Hub: View current season schedules here.
- All 32 NFL Team Identities
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| → Official Team Identity & Stadium Guide Colors, logo history, helmet evolution, and stadium details. |
| → NFL Future Schedules Hub Confirmed opponents and matchups for all 32 teams through 2028. |
2028 Detroit Lions Schedule FAQ
When will the 2028 Detroit Lions schedule be released?
The NFL is expected to release the official 2028 schedule, with dates and kickoff times, in May 2028. This page will be updated with the full week-by-week schedule as soon as it drops.
Who do the Lions play in 2028?
The Lions face their three division rivals home and away, plus a full rotating division from each conference and standings-based games set by the NFL scheduling formula. The complete home and away opponent breakdown is listed above.
How many games do the Lions play in 2028?
The Lions play a 17-game regular season in 2028, with the home and away split set by that season’s conference hosting rotation, followed by the playoffs for teams that qualify.
What are standings-based opponents?
Standings-based opponents are determined by where a team finishes in its division the prior season. Each team plays the same-position finisher, first through fourth, in two designated divisions, which sets part of the 2028 slate before the season is played.
Where can I get a printable 2028 Detroit Lions schedule?
Use the printable PDF button near the top of this page to download the 2028 Detroit Lions opponents sheet. It will be updated with the full week-by-week schedule once the NFL releases dates and kickoff times.
