Detroit Lions vs. Commanders Preseason 2026: TV Channel, Kickoff Time and How to Watch
How to watch Lions vs. Commanders: 12:00 PM ET on Lions TV Network / FOX 2 Detroit (WJBK). Stream in-market via DetroitLions.com; out of market on NFL+.
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Detroit Secondary’s Injuries Hurt, While the Lions Rise
Detroit Lions secondary faces injury crisis as Kerby Joseph and Brian Branch are sidelined, prompting trade talks for Joey Porter Jr.
The Guard Gamble: Lions Try Veterans as Bartch Sits and Mays Waits
Detroit Lions try veterans Laken Tomlinson and Will Hernandez after Ben Bartch enters concussion protocol and Cade Mays remains sidelined with injury.
Joshua Dobbs Gets The Start Saturday Against Washington
With Dobbs slated to start Saturday and Luke Altmyer showing promise in practice, the Lions’ quarterback battle remains fluid but competitive.
Dan Campbell Says Jared Goff Will Not Play This Week
The battle for the starting left guard spot faces a key obstacle with Ben Bartch sidelined in concussion protocol after a recent ding.
Rookie Edge Derrick Moore Roars Back to Life After Injury Scare
The narrative of the 2026 Detroit Lions training camp has been dominated by contract extensions, roster cuts, and the slow grind of injury recoveries.
Derrick Moore Is Back And Hunting Third Down Sacks
His recent sack against Blake Miller on third down highlighted his growing ability to win one-on-one matchups and make impactful plays when it counts.
Dave Fipp Just Put A Lions Special Teams Question On The Table
This shift means that standout special teams players like Lucky Jackson, who has made notable plays, must also offer value elsewhere.
Rookie Linebacker Jimmy Rolder Offers Very Promising Injury Update as Roster Cuts Loom
The clock in Allen Park is no longer a gentle countdown; it is a frantic tick toward the 53-man roster deadline, as the narrative for the 2026 season begins.
Jameson Williams Injury Update Shifts Focus as Roster Cuts Loom
Jameson Williams has a minor shoulder injury and should miss only a day or two as Dan Campbell plans to play many starters against Washington Saturday.
Dan Campbell Still Will Not Lock The Lions Offensive Line Job
Reed back and Rock Ya-Sin signed, the Lions have more pieces to work with, but the final configuration is still unsettled.
Lions Waive Two Injured Players, Add Depth as Roster Cuts Loom
Detroit Lions waived injured Robichaux and Strickland after Thursday’s loss, adding running back Trayveon Williams and cornerback Ekow Boye-Doe for depth.
Dan Campbell still will not lock the Lions offensive line job
The depth chart battles, especially along the offensive line and defensive front, remain fluid as the Lions push toward final cuts.
Dan Campbell’s Unsung Hero: Chris Smith’s Grind and the Secondary’s Physical Reboot
Detroit Lions defensive lineman Chris Smith absorbed a double-team in the preseason opener, while Dan Campbell praised his selflessness as the secondary