Detroit Lions: 2026 NFL Kickoff GuideWelcome to the NFL Kickoff Guide powered by NBC Sports. Our expert researchers created a guide to the most important stats and storylines for all 32 teams this upcoming season.Jared Goff before a game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Ford Field on December 21, 2025. Todd Rosenberg / Getty ImagesAug. 26, 2026, 5:00 AM EDTBy NBC SportsThe Lions were one of last season’s biggest losers after falling from the NFL’s No. 1 seed in 2024 to not even making the postseason. That rapid decline makes the question of how coach Dan Campbell and the team rebound one of the most interesting in the entire league. The season kicks off on Wednesday, September 9, with the New England Patriots facing the Seattle Seahawks in a Super Bowl LX rematch. Live coverage begins at 7 p.m. ET on NBC and Peacock. And visit NBC Sports for full NFL coverage.Just a moment.We are getting your experience ready.