The Detroit Lions will wear their "rivalry" uniform for the very first time against the Minnesota Vikings on November 1, 2026 at Ford Field. According to the team, "the crew will broadcast three preseason games locally on Fox 2 Detroit (WJBK) and throughout the Detroit Lions television network." Thursday, August 13, 2026 (7 PM ET): Detroit Lions at Cincinnati Bengals | (Play-by-play (Kizer), Analyst (Lang), Sideline (Cesarini). Saturday, August 22, 2026 (12 PM ET): Detroit Lions vs. Washington Commanders | (Play-by-play (Benetti), Analyst (Lang) Sideline, Cesarini). Saturday, August 29, 2026 (1 PM ET): Detroit Lions at Indianapolis Colts | (Play-by-play (Benetti), Analyst (Lang), Sideline (Cesarini).