
The Lions (4-1) head to Kansas City to take on the Chiefs (2-3) on Monday night in a marquee NFC-AFC showdown that could have major playoff implications.
Detroit is looking to prove they belong among the league’s elite after an impressive start to the season. Jared Goff and the offense will need to stay composed under pressure against one of the NFL’s most aggressive defenses. Keeping Goff upright in the pocket will be crucial if the Lions hope to silence Arrowhead.
Kansas City, meanwhile, continues to roll behind Patrick Mahomes and a red-hot offense. Travis Kelce remains Mahomes’ most trusted target, while Rashee Rice is emerging as a dynamic threat in the passing game.
For Detroit to compete, they’ll need Amon-Ra St. Brown and Jahmyr Gibbs to ignite the offense early and prevent the crowd from becoming a factor. Otherwise, Arrowhead’s noise could quickly turn the night into chaos for Goff and company.
Here’s everything you need to know about how to watch the Chiefs vs. Lions on Monday night, including TV and streaming options:

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TV channel (local): KMBC 9 (Kansas City)
TV channel (national): ESPN / ABC
Live stream: ESPN app, Fubo, NFL+
NFL fans can watch the Week 5 primetime showdown between the Chiefs and the Lions live on ESPN and ABC. Local fans in Kansas City can tune in on KMBC 9.
Joe Buck and Troy Aikman will be on the call for ESPN’s Monday Night Football broadcast.
For those looking to stream the action, you can catch it live on the ESPN app, Fubo, or with an NFL+ subscription.
Chiefs vs. Lions start time
Date: Monday, Oct. 6
Time: 8:15 p.m. ET
Location: GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium — Kansas City, Missouri
Chiefs vs. Lions radio coverage
Radio station: SiriusXM channels 226 (Lions broadcast), 385 (Chiefs broadcast)
Fans can listen live on SiriusXM with team-specific commentary. New subscribers get their first month free, with access to every NFL game plus other major sports.
| Week | Date | Opponent | Kickoff time (ET)/Result | TV channel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sunday, Sept. 7 | vs. Bengals | W, 31-27 | CBS |
| 2 | Sunday, Sept. 14 | at Raiders | W, 28-23 | CBS |
| 3 | Monday, Sept. 22 | at Ravens | W, 37-20 | ESPN |
| 4 | Sunday, Sept. 28 | vs. Broncos | W, 34-10 | CBS |
| 5 | Monday, Oct. 6 | vs. Jaguars | 8:15 p.m. | ESPN/ABC |
| 6 | Sunday, Oct. 12 | vs. Bills | 4:25 p.m. | CBS |
| 7 | Sunday, Oct. 19 | at Chargers | 4:25 p.m. | Fox |
| 8 | Thursday, Oct. 23 | at Steelers | 8:15 p.m. | Prime Video |
| 9 | Sunday, Nov. 2 | vs. Vikings | 1 p.m. | Fox |
| 10 | Sunday, Nov. 9 | vs. Raiders | 1 p.m. | CBS |
| 11 | Monday, Nov. 17 | at Broncos | 8:15 p.m. | ESPN |
| 12 | Sunday, Nov. 23 | vs. Texans | 1 p.m. | CBS |
| 13 | Sunday, Nov. 30 | at Panthers | 1 p.m. | Fox |
| 14 | Sunday, Dec. 7 | vs. Jaguars | 8:20 p.m. | NBC |
| 15 | Sunday, Dec. 14 | at Patriots | 1 p.m. | CBS |
| 16 | Sunday, Dec. 21 | vs. Chargers | 4:25 p.m. | Fox |
| 17 | TBD | at Browns | TBD | TBD |
| 18 | TBD | vs. Steelers | TBD | TBD |