Watch Detroit Lions vs Washington Commanders NFL preseason game LIVE: Online stream, TV channels, and kick-off time

How to watch the NFL preseason match between Detroit Lions and Washington Commanders, as well as kick-off time and team news

Detroit Lions vs Washington Commanders kick-off time

Whether you are watching locally or streaming on the go, there are a few ways to catch the action.

If you are in the local media markets, you can watch the game on your regional network affiliates; the Detroit broadcast will be on WJBK-FOX, while the Washington D.C. broadcast will air on WUSA-CBS. For digital and mobile viewers, you can use NFL+, which allows you to stream the game live directly to your phone, tablet, or connected smart devices.

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If you are looking to live stream the game without a long-term cable commitment, online streaming service Fubo includes your local FOX and CBS affiliates. It also sets up you up for the regular season with access to ESPN, NBC as well as the NFL Network.

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You can watch the game completely for free by taking advantage of Fubo’s five-day free trial, which is offered to all new subscribers.

To get started, go to the Fubo website, set up an account, and select a base subscription plan. Although you have to enter a credit or debit card to activate the trial, you will not be charged as long as you remember to cancel your account in your settings before the five-day period expires. After signing up, simply download the Fubo app on your preferred smart TV, phone, or tablet, sign in, and navigate to your local FOX or CBS station to enjoy the game at no cost.

	WJBK-FOX	Stream here
	WUSA-CBS	Stream here
	NFL+	Stream here

How to watch anywhere with VPN

If you are abroad, you may need to use a virtual private network (VPN) in order to watch games using your usual streaming service. A VPN, such as NordVPN, allows you to establish a secure connection online when streaming. If you are not sure which VPN to use, check out GOAL's guide to the best VPNs for streaming sport.

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Detroit Lions vs Washington Commanders Team News

The most significant news out of Washington's camp is that backup quarterback Marcus Mariota suffered a sprained MCL in their preseason opener against the Dolphins and will miss the remainder of the preseason. Head coach Dan Quinn confirmed they are not bringing in an outside quarterback at this time, which means Sam Hartman and Athan Kaliakmanis will take on much larger roles to close out the exhibition schedule. Meanwhile, rookie Jayden Daniels continues to see his workload increase and is building chemistry with his top receivers in practice.

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For Detroit, head coach Dan Campbell has been using evening practices to help his team adjust to the shifting schedules they will face in the regular season. A major area of focus for the Lions right now is the offensive line. Following an injury to Cade Mays, the coaching staff is shuffling players to test their versatility, including giving right guard Tate Ratledge valuable reps at the center position. On the skill position side, the Lions' offense continues to look explosive in camp, recently highlighted by a 60-yard breakaway touchdown run from running back Jahmyr Gibbs during team drills.