Here’s a foolproof method: Google “Detroit Lions schedule” and look for the current week. Or, if you want to be a real hero, ask your phone, “Hey Siri, what time do the Lions start today?” She’ll probably answer with more sass than a retired coach. But hey, at least you’ll get the time.
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Another option: check your team’s official website. They post the time in bold letters, usually with a picture of a lion looking fierce. That lion is not just fierce—he’s annoyed you didn’t know the time already. Don’t worry; he’ll forgive you if you show up with snacks.
What About International Viewers?
If you’re reading this from London, Tokyo, or your mom’s basement in a different time zone, you have my sympathy. For you, “1:00 PM Eastern” might mean 2:00 AM Tuesday. That’s dedication. Or obsession. Either way, you’re a fan, and that’s beautiful. Just set an alarm, drink some coffee, and remember that the Lions are worth the sleep deprivation—mostly.
Pro tip: If the game is at 6:00 AM your time, just call it a “breakfast bowl” and eat cereal during the first quarter. Football is great with milk and sugar.
