The Detroit Lions aim to bounce back from a disappointing Week 1 loss as they prepare to face the Chicago Bears in their home opener at Ford Field on September 14, 2025. Scheduled for a 1 p.m. ET kickoff, this matchup marks a critical early-season clash between division rivals. The Lions suffered a significant defeat to the Green Bay Packers, losing 27-13 at Lambeau Field in their season debut.
A notable storyline for this game is the return of Ben Johnson, who served as the Lions’ offensive coordinator from 2019 to 2024 before joining the Bears as head coach. His departure is seen as a substantial loss for a Lions team that struggled offensively, failing to score a touchdown until the final moments against the Packers.
Betting Odds Favor Lions in Home Showdown
According to BetMGM, the Lions are favored to win their home opener, with a spread of 4.5 points. The current moneyline stands at Lions -235 and Bears +195, while the over/under for total points is set at 47.5. These odds may shift based on the Bears’ performance in their own season opener against the Minnesota Vikings on September 8.
Broadcast Information for Fans
For those unable to attend the game at Ford Field, several viewing options are available. The game will be broadcast on Fox and can also be streamed via Fubo. Fans can listen to the action on WXYT-FM, 97.1, as well as its affiliated radio stations.
Detroit Lions’ 2025 Schedule:
– Week 1: L, 27-13 at Green Bay Packers
– Week 2: Sunday, September 14 vs. Chicago Bears, 1 p.m., Fox
– Week 3: Monday, September 22 at Baltimore Ravens, 8:15 p.m., ESPN/ABC
– Week 4: Sunday, September 28 vs. Cleveland Browns, 1 p.m., Fox
– Week 5: Sunday, October 5 at Cincinnati Bengals, 4:25 p.m., Fox
– Week 6: Sunday, October 12 at Kansas City Chiefs, 8:20 p.m., NBC
– Week 7: Monday, October 20 vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers, 7 p.m., ESPN/ABC
– Week 8: Bye week
– Week 9: Sunday, November 2 vs. Minnesota Vikings, 1 p.m., Fox
– Week 10: Sunday, November 9 at Washington Commanders, 4:25 p.m., Fox
– Week 11: Sunday, November 16 at Philadelphia Eagles, 8:20 p.m., NBC
– Week 12: Sunday, November 23 vs. New York Giants, 1 p.m., Fox
– Week 13: Thursday, November 27 vs. Green Bay Packers, 1 p.m., Fox
– Week 14: Thursday, December 4 vs. Dallas Cowboys, 8:15 p.m., Prime
– Week 15: Sunday, December 14 at Los Angeles Rams, 4:25 p.m., Fox
– Week 16: Sunday, December 21 vs. Pittsburgh Steelers, 4:25 p.m., CBS
– Week 17: Thursday, December 25 at Minnesota Vikings, 4:30 p.m., Netflix
– Week 18: Saturday/Sunday, January 3-4 at Chicago Bears, TBD
As the Lions look to recover from their opening loss, the game against the Bears represents a pivotal moment for the team’s season and a chance to showcase their potential under pressure.
