After a 10-day layoff, the Lions are back in action when they host a second-consecutive NFC North rival in the Minnesota Vikings at 1:00 p.m. EST on Sunday, Dec. 5. This will be the Lions penultimate division game this season. Here are all the ways to follow the game:
WATCH LIVE
TV coverage: CBS
- Play-by-play: Spero Dedes
- Analyst: Jay Feely
TV map: See where the Lions-Vikings matchup will be available via local FOX stations courtesy 506sports.com.
Live streaming: Fans can watch local and primetime games FOR FREE on their phone and tablet devices through Yahoo! Sports. Links to watch become available once the game begins. Simply go to www.DetroitLions.com or the Detroit Lions Mobile App and click on the banner at the top of the page once the game has started.
Postgame Show: Watch Lions Postgame Live following the conclusion of this week's game on DetroitLions.com, the Detroit Lions Mobile App, Facebook and Youtube. Hosted by Dannie Rogers and featuring analysis from Lions Legend Lomas Brown, the show includes live press conferences, reactions from the coach and quarterback, live player interviews, scores from around the league, the play of the game and more.
LISTEN LIVE
Local radio broadcast: 97.1 FM | The Ticket
- Play-by-play: Dan Miller
- Color commentary: Lomas Brown
- Sideline reporter: T.J. Lang
Click here to view a complete list of affiliate stations.
PREGAME ACTIVITIES
Pride Plaza: Start your pregame party at Pride Plaza on Brush Street, the Detroit Lions' official tailgate presented by Bud Light. Admission is free and the event includes Bud Light bars, beverage tents, Detroit food trucks, exciting interactive fan games and more.
Power Hour: Before the game, check out the Detroit Lions Power Hour for the first hour after gates open. Enjoy food and drink specials including $3 beers, $2 hot dogs and $2 sodas. Watch the Lions Legends pregame show, meet the Detroit Lions Cheerleaders and more!
Game Day Guide: Find all the info you need to have the best game day experience at Ford Field. Learn about Power Hour, Silver Savings, the Top 10 Things To Do on Game Day, traffic, parking and more.
CHRISTMAS COME EARLY AT FORD FIELD
The Detroit Lions will be lighting up the Christmas tree at Gate G around 11:00am prior to Sunday's game. But that's not all, stop by and say hi to a very special Lions fan, Santa Claus himself at Gate G from 11:00am through the end of halftime of Sunday's game. Take a photo with Santa or send a letter to the North Pole!
PLAY ALONG IN THE DETROIT LIONS MOBILE APP
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View photos of the starters for the Minnesota Vikings.
Head Coach Mike Zimmer
Offensive Coordinator: Klint Kubiak
Defensive Coordinator: Andre Patterson
Special Teams Coordinator: Ryan Ficken
QB Kirk Cousins
Backed up by Sean Mannion and Kellen Mond
WR Justin Jefferson
Backed up by K.J. Osborn and Dede Westbrook
LT Christian Darrisaw
Backed up by Rashod Hill
LG Ezra Cleveland
C Garrett Bradbury
Backed up by Mason Cole
RG Olisameka Udoh
Backed up by Wyatt Davis
RT Brian O'Neill
Backed up by Blake Brandel
TE Tyler Conklin
Backed up by Chris Herndon and Luke Stocker
RB Dalvin Cook
Backed up by Alexander Mattison and Kene Nwangwu
FB C.J. Ham
WR Adam Thielen
Backed up by Ihmir Smith-Marsette and Dan Chisena
LE D.J. Wonnum
Backed up by Patrick Jones II
DT Sheldon Richardson
NT Armon Watts
Backed up by James Lynch
RE Eddie Yarbrough
Backed up by Tashawn Bower
WLB Nick Vigil
Backed up by Chazz Surratt
MLB Eric Kendricks
Backed up by Troy Dye and Ryan Connelly
SLB Anthony Barr
Backed up by Blake Lynch
LCB Cameron Dantzler
Backed up by Mackensie Alexander
RCB Bashaud Breeland
Backed up by Kris Boyd and Harrison Hand
SS Harrison Smith
Backed up by Josh Metellus
FS Xavier Woods
Backed up by Camryn Bynum
P Jordan Berry
K Greg Joseph
LS Andrew DePaola
KR Ihmir Smith-Marsette
Backed up by K.J. Osborn
PR Dede Westbrook
Backed up by K.J. Osborn and Ihmir Smith-Marsette
FOLLOW
Get all your gameday coverage at DetroitLions.com.
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