San Francisco 49ers vs Detroit Lions 2024 Week 17: How to watch for free, online live stream & start time

The Detroit Lions and San Francisco 49ers are set to clash in a highly anticipated Week 17 showdown on Monday Night Football at Levi's Stadium, a rematch of last season's NFC Championship Game.

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San Francisco 49ers vs Detroit Lions: Date and kick-off time

The 49ers will take on the Lions in a highly anticipated NFL game on Monday, December 30, 2024, at 8:15 pm ET/ 5:15 pm PT, at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California.

How to watch San Francisco 49ers vs Detroit Lions on TV & stream live online

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San Francisco 49ers vs Detroit Lions team news & key players

San Francisco 49ers team news

The 49ers fell to 6-9 after a 29-17 defeat to Miami in their last outing. Despite cutting the deficit to 19-17 early in the fourth quarter, they surrendered the final 10 points, allowing the game to slip away. San Francisco was outgained 381-374, turned the ball over once, and converted just 5 of 13 third downs. Brock Purdy had a solid outing, throwing for 313 yards with two touchdowns and an interception, while George Kittle hauled in eight catches for 106 yards.

Before their loss to Miami, San Francisco stumbled against the Rams, losing 12-6, but did post a convincing 38-13 win over the Bears. This season, the Niners’ offense has averaged 22.1 points per game, with 235.7 yards through the air and 130 yards on the ground. Defensively, they've given up 23.3 points per game. Purdy has completed 65% of his passes for 3,487 yards, 17 touchdowns, and 10 interceptions. Kittle has been a standout, amassing 68 receptions for 967 yards and eight touchdowns.

49ers injury list

Detroit Lions team news

The Lions improved to 13-2 with a commanding 34-17 win over Chicago. Detroit jumped out to a 20-0 lead in the second quarter and never looked back. They outgained the Bears 475-382, won the turnover battle 2-0, and converted 7 of 12 third downs. Jared Goff shone with 336 passing yards and three touchdowns, while Jameson Williams caught five passes for 143 yards and a touchdown.

Detroit’s only blemish in their last 13 games came in a 48-42 shootout loss to the Bills, but they had won their previous 11 games. The Lions’ high-powered offense is averaging 32.9 points per game, fueled by 264.7 passing yards and 143.9 rushing yards per contest. On the defensive side, they've allowed 19.9 points per game. Goff has been sensational, completing 71.4% of his passes for 4,095 yards, 33 touchdowns, and 10 interceptions. Amon-Ra St. Brown has been his favorite target, tallying 101 receptions for 1,126 yards and 11 touchdowns this season.

Lions injury list

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