Fans of the Detroit Lions will have to wait an extra day for their team’s next game as they prepare to face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Monday Night Football. The highly anticipated matchup is set for October 20, 2025, at 7 p.m. ET at Ford Field in Detroit. This game marks a key moment in the NFL season as both teams vie for playoff positioning.
The Lions enter this contest with a record of 4-2 following a challenging 30-17 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs in Week 6. Meanwhile, the Buccaneers, leading the NFC with a record of 5-1, are coming off a decisive 30-19 victory against the San Francisco 49ers.
The matchup is particularly significant for both teams as they deal with notable injury concerns. The Lions are grappling with a depleted secondary, missing both starting safeties as well as key cornerbacks. On the other side, the Buccaneers are without running back Bucky Irving and receiver Chris Godwin. Rookie Emeka Egbuka is listed as a game-time decision, while star receiver Mike Evans is expected to return after missing three games.
Game Details and Broadcast Information
The Lions’ clash with the Buccaneers will be broadcast live on both ABC and ESPN, providing fans with multiple viewing options. The game will also be available for streaming on platforms such as Fubo, which offers a free trial for new users.
For those listening on the radio, coverage will be provided by WXYT-FM (97.1 in Detroit) and nationally on Westwood One.
The odds favor the Lions, who are nearly a touchdown favorite, with a spread of 6 points. The over/under for the game is set at 52.5 points, indicating expectations for a high-scoring affair.
Lions’ 2025 Season Schedule
As the Lions prepare for this critical matchup, here is a brief overview of their schedule for the remainder of the 2025 season:
– Week 1: Loss, 27-13 at Green Bay Packers
– Week 2: Win, 52-21 vs Chicago Bears
– Week 3: Win, 38-30 at Baltimore Ravens
– Week 4: Win, 34-10 vs Cleveland Browns
– Week 5: Win, 37-24 at Cincinnati Bengals
– Week 6: Loss, 30-17 at Kansas City Chiefs
– 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 Video
– 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 prepare for this crucial contest, both teams will be looking to solidify their standings and make a push for the playoffs. Fans are eager to see how this showdown unfolds on a pivotal night in the NFL.
