The Lions play two Monday, two Sunday and one Thursday night game this fall, plus have games on Thanksgiving and Christmas.

The Lions have five prime-time games, one less than the max allowed (leaving room in case Week 18 needs a primetime flex, a la in 2024). In total, 12 of their games are on national television, and ...

The schedule is set, the prime-time showdowns are known, meaning NFL football is that much closer to returning.

The Lions officially are getting smacked with the reality of life in prime time. It includes having their staff raided and landing the dreaded, daunting first-place schedule, with five night games. It ...