Detroit, Michigan. November 25, 2025
Ford Field becomes the NFC North battleground of the week as the Detroit Lions (7–4) host the Green Bay Packers (7–3–1) in a critical late-season divisional matchup with major playoff consequences. Both teams remain firmly in the race for the division crown, and with December football looming, every possession carries weight — and every mistake could shift the standings.
WATCH / STREAM
National Broadcast: FOX
Kickoff: Thursday, November 27 — 1:00 p.m. ET
Streaming Options:
• FOX Sports App – Live stream + replay
• NFL+ – Mobile live + condensed replay
• YouTube TV / FuboTV / Hulu Live TV – FOX nationwide
GAME INFO
Matchup: Green Bay Packers (7–3–1) at Detroit Lions (7–4)
Venue: Ford Field — Detroit, Michigan
Kickoff: 1:00 p.m. ET
Detroit enters Week 13 hungry to reclaim control of the division after a turbulent midseason stretch. Quarterback Jared Goff continues to command Ben Johnson’s timing-based offense with precision, leaning on the reliability and toughness of All-Pro receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown, who remains Detroit’s heartbeat in high-leverage moments. Jameson Williams provides game-breaking vertical speed, while tight end Sam LaPorta has evolved into one of the league’s highest-volume young tight ends.
In the backfield, Jahmyr Gibbs fuels Detroit’s explosiveness. His acceleration, change-of-direction ability, and receiving threat make him a matchup problem against linebackers and safeties. The Lions’ offensive line — Taylor Decker, Jonah Jackson, Graham Glasgow, Kevin Zeitler, và Penei Sewell — continues to anchor the offense with a blend of power and consistency, giving Detroit the balance required to control game flow.
Defensively, Detroit leans on the relentless pressure of Aidan Hutchinson, whose technique and motor remain foundational to the front. Safety Kerby Joseph and hybrid defender Brian Branch form an instinctive, rangy backbone to a secondary tasked with slowing one of the NFC’s hottest quarterbacks.
Green Bay arrives in Detroit on a surge, powered by the continued maturation of quarterback Jordan Love. With sharper decision-making and better anticipation from the pocket, Love has elevated an offense built on depth and versatility. Jayden Reed provides dynamic movement and yards-after-catch creativity, Christian Watson stretches the field with vertical speed, and Romeo Doubs brings dependable possession-play reliability. Tight ends Luke Musgrave and Tucker Kraft offer Love steady interior targets, especially against zone coverage.
The Packers’ backfield now runs through All-Pro acquisition Josh Jacobs, whose physicality and patience have given Green Bay a stabilizing element on early downs. Up front, the offensive line — Rasheed Walker, Aaron Banks, Sean Rhyan, Jordan Morgan, và Zach Tom — continues to mesh into a cohesive unit capable of neutralizing aggressive fronts.
Defensively, Green Bay features a rebuilt unit led by Rashan Gary’s edge power and the disruptive interior play of Colby Wooden and Devonte Wyatt. Offseason additions have reshaped the linebacker group, while star cornerback Jaire Alexander brings shutdown capability whenever healthy, giving the Packers the confidence to play aggressive coverage against Detroit’s stacked receiving options.
LISTEN
Lions Radio Network: 97.1 The Ticket
Packers Radio Network: Packers Radio Network / WRNW 97.3 FM
SiriusXM: Lions Channel 226 | Packers Channel 227
Audio Streaming: NFL+ Audio & official team apps
POSTGAME COVERAGE
Press conferences from Jared Goff, Jordan Love, Dan Campbell, and Matt LaFleur will stream on FOX, NFL Network, and both teams’ digital platforms. Highlights, film-room analysis, and locker-room interviews will be available immediately after the final whistle.
BETTING SNAPSHOT
| Category | Packers | Lions |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +2.0 | -2.0 |
| Moneyline | +110 | -130 |
| Total | 45.5 points |
Detroit enters as a slight home favorite, but with both teams above .500 and trending upward, this matchup is as evenly balanced as any rivalry game on the Week 13 slate.
⚙️ KEY STORYLINES
• Goff vs Green Bay’s aggressive secondary
• Gibbs’ explosiveness against the Packers linebackers
• Amon-Ra St. Brown vs Jaire Alexander
• Hutchinson’s pressure against Jordan Love
• Jacobs’ physicality vs Detroit’s interior front
SUMMARY
First place in the division is within reach.
Momentum meets rivalry.
And Week 13 could redefine the NFC North race.
Kickoff:
Thursday, November 27 — 1:00 p.m. ET on FOX.
Detroit protects its turf.
Green Bay comes to steal it.
