2024 Detroit Lions Season Preview: Schedule, How to Watch, Key Players

2024 Detroit Lions Season Preview

The Detroit Lions are coming off their most successful season in decades, making it to the NFC Championship Game in 2023. With high expectations for 2024, the Lions are poised to make a deep playoff run. Here’s a comprehensive preview of the upcoming season.

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Lions Key Additions and Subtractions

Key Additions:

• Kevin Zeitler (RG): Zeitler fills the gap left by Jonah Jackson, bringing Pro Bowl experience to the offensive line.
• Marcus Davenport (EDGE): Expected to bolster the pass rush alongside Aidan Hutchinson.
• D.J. Reader (DT): Adds significant strength to the interior defensive line.
• Carlton Davis (CB): An upgrade at cornerback, replacing Cameron Sutton.
• Terrion Arnold (CB) and Ennis Rakestraw Jr. (CB): Rookies expected to contribute to the secondary.

Key Subtractions:

• Jonah Jackson (G): A significant loss on the offensive line, now replaced by Kevin Zeitler.
• Josh Reynolds (WR): Departed for the Denver Broncos, leaving a gap in the receiving corps.
• Cameron Sutton (CB): Released following domestic battery allegations.

Lions 2024 NFL Schedule with TV Channel Information

Week	Date	Opponent	Kickoff (ET)	TV Channel
1	Sep 8	Los Angeles Rams	8:20 PM	NBC
2	Sep 15	Tampa Bay Buccaneers	1:00 PM	Fox
3	Sep 22	at Arizona Cardinals	4:25 PM	Fox
4	Sep 30	Seattle Seahawks	8:15 PM	ABC
5	Bye
6	Oct 13	at Dallas Cowboys	4:25 PM	Fox
7	Oct 20	at Minnesota Vikings	1:00 PM	Fox
8	Oct 27	Tennessee Titans	1:00 PM	Fox
9	Nov 3	at Green Bay Packers	4:25 PM	Fox
10	Nov 10	at Houston Texans	8:20 PM	NBC
11	Nov 17	Jacksonville Jaguars	1:00 PM	CBS
12	Nov 24	at Indianapolis Colts	1:00 PM	Fox
13	Nov 28	Chicago Bears	12:30 PM	CBS
14	Dec 5	Green Bay Packers	8:15 PM	Prime
15	Dec 15	Buffalo Bills	4:25 PM	CBS
16	Dec 22	at Chicago Bears	1:00 PM	Fox
17	Dec 30	at San Francisco 49ers	8:15 PM	ABC
18	TBD	Minnesota Vikings	TBD	TBD

How to Watch the Detroit Lions Online

Television:

• CBS: Watch Lions games live on CBS.
• FOX: Watch games live on FOX.
• NBC: Sunday Night Football live on NBC.
• ESPN: Monday Night Football live on ESPN.
• NFL Network: Nearly 200 live NFL games, including Thursday Night Football.

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Historical Information

The Detroit Lions have a storied history dating back to their founding in 1930 as the Portsmouth Spartans. They relocated to Detroit in 1934 and have won four NFL Championships, the last one in 1957. Despite a long playoff drought, the Lions broke through with a playoff win in 2023, their first since 1991.

Lions Storylines to Watch

1. Can the Lions Maintain Their Upward Trajectory?
The Lions have improved each year under head coach Dan Campbell, culminating in a 12-5 record and an NFC Championship Game appearance in 2023. The challenge will be to continue this upward trajectory and establish themselves as perennial contenders.

2. Increased Expectations and Pressure
With success comes heightened expectations. The Lions are now seen as legitimate contenders, and how they handle this pressure will be crucial. They face a challenging schedule, and their ability to navigate it will determine their success.

3. Key Position Battles
Several key position battles will be worth watching, including the competition for the WR3 spot following Josh Reynolds’ departure and the alignment of the revamped secondary. The kicking competition between Michael Badgley and Jake Bates will also be a storyline to follow throughout training camp and the preseason.

4. Health and Depth
Injuries have been a concern in the past, and maintaining the health of key players like Jared Goff, Aidan Hutchinson, and the newly acquired Marcus Davenport will be vital. Depth at various positions, especially the offensive line and secondary, will be tested throughout the season.

5. Coaching Stability
Offensive coordinator Ben Johnson and defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn have been instrumental in the Lions’ recent success. Their continued presence will be key, but there’s always the possibility of them being poached by other teams, which could impact the Lions’ performance.The 2024 season promises to be an exciting one for the Detroit Lions and their fans. With a strong roster, strategic offseason moves, and a challenging schedule, the Lions are set to make a significant impact in the NFL.