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Lions host Commanders in preseason matchup on August 22

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Last updated Aug 22, 2026

Lions host Commanders in preseason matchup on August 22
Summary

The Detroit Lions face the Washington Commanders in a preseason game on August 22, 2026, at Ford Field. The game kicks off at 12 p.m. ET. Both teams are expected to play several starters, with Josh Dobbs starting at quarterback for Detroit. The Lions' local broadcast is on FOX 2 Detroit, with a national replay available on NFL Network the following day. Fans can stream the game on NFL+ or via the Lions' official app, depending on their location.

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  • •Game scheduled for August 22, 2026, at 12 p.m. ET.
  • •Lions play at home, hosting Commanders at Ford Field.
  • •Josh Dobbs will start at quarterback for the Lions.
  • •Local broadcast available on FOX 2 Detroit.
  • •NFL Network will replay the game on August 23 at 3:30 a.m. ET.
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