How to Watch the Detroit Lions vs. Kansas City Chiefs NFL Preseason Game: Start Time and Live Stream

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The Kansas City Chiefs are back in action as they host the Detroit Lions for their second 2024 NFL preseason game today.It's the two-time defending Super Bowl champions' first game at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium this year, so fans are ready to root on the Chiefs for their potential first win of the year.The game kicks off at 4:00 p.m. ET.

Watch Today's Game on Sling TV

The Kansas City Chiefs were defeated by the Jacksonville Jaguars 13-26 last week while the Detroit Lions were also beaten 3-14 in their opening preseason game by the New York Giants. The last time the Lions were inKansas Citywas Week 1 of the 2023 regular season when Detroit walked away with a 21-20 victory that spoiled the Chiefs' Super Bowl celebration.There's a good chance Kansas City will play its starters today though.

Here iseverything to know about how to watch theDetroit Lions vs. Kansas City Chiefs game today, including the TV channel and best livestream options.

How to Watch the Detroit Lions vs. Kansas City Chiefs Game Without Cable

TheDetroit Lions vs. Kansas City Chiefsgamewill air live on NFL Network. If you don't have cable, you can stream theNFL Preseason Week 2 game on Sling TV .

The most cost-effective way to watch today's game is through Sling TV as you'll also be able to watch all 21 NFL preseason games for the lowest price.Right now, there is a Sling TV deal offering 50% off your first month — bringing the Blue package with NFL Network down to just $22.50 and the comprehensive Orange + Blue package down to $30.

With its Orange + Blue Tier plan, Sling TV offers access to local NBC, Fox and ABC affiliates (where available), plus ESPN and NFL Network. Right now, you can get 50% off your first month of Sling TV for just $30.

Sling TV comes with 50 hours of free cloud-based DVR recording space, perfect for recording the Lions at Chiefs matchupif you're not home to watch it live.

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What time is the Detroit Lions vs. Kansas City Chiefs preseason game?

The 2024 NFL preseason battlebetween the Detroit Lions and Kansas City Chiefs is set to kick off Saturday, August 17 at 4 p.m. ET (1 p.m. PT).

What channel is the Lions vs. Chiefs game on today?

The Detroit Lions vs. Kansas City Chiefs game will air live from GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium on NFL Network today.

Key dates for the 2024 NFL season

Here are all the important dates football fans will want to mark in their calendar for the upcoming NFL preseason and NFL regular season.

August 1 : Hall of Fame Game
August 1-4 : Hall of Fame Weekend
August 8-11 : First Preseason Weekend
August 15-18 : Second Preseason Weekend
August 22-25 : Third Preseason Weekend
September 1 : Final Day of Preseason Training Camps
September 5 : First Week of Regular Season Games
September 5-6 and September 8-9 : Kickoff Weekend
September 6 : NFL International Game at Corinthians Arena in Brazil (Green Bay Packers vs. Philadelphia Eagles)
October 6 : NFL International Game at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London (New York Jets vs. Minnesota Vikings)
October 13 :NFL International Game at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London (Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Chicago Bears)
October 15-16 : Fall League Meeting
October 20 : NFL International Game at Wembley Stadium in London (New England Patriots vs. Jacksonville Jaguars)
November 10 :NFL International Game at Allianz Arena in Germany (New York Giants vs. Carolina Panthers)
December 10-11 : Special Leage Meeting
January 11-13 : Super Wild Card Weekend
January 30 : East-West Shrine Bowl
February 1 : Senior Bowl
February 2 : Pro Bowl Games
February 9 : Super Bowl LIX at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans
February 24 to March 3 : NFL Scouting Combine

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