It’s another primetime game for the Detroit Lions as they face the Carolina Panthers on “Sunday Night Football” in Week 4. It’s a special night for Panthers fans, because it’s been nearly a decade since Carolina has been featured in primetime on Sunday. But Detroit is looking to make it a dubious honor and move to 3-1 on the season.
Here’s how you can watch Lions vs. Panthers on “Sunday Night Football.”
When is the Lions vs. Panthers?
The game is on Sunday, October 4 at 8:20 p.m. ET
Where is the game being played?
The game is being played at Bank of America Stadium,
in Charlotte, North Carolina. It’s the Lions’ second road game of the regular season, both of which are in primetime.
What TV channel is Lions vs. Panthers on?
The game is being broadcast on NBC this week.
Is Lions vs. Panthers playing in my part of the country?
Yes! It’s a nationally-televised game!
Where can I chat during the game?
Look for our live game chat article, which will launch about an hour before kickoff (7:20 p.m. ET). The chat is best experienced through the SB Nation app! You can download the SB Nation app here:
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Can I stream the game?
Yes! All fans can watch the game with an NFL+ subscription.
Who are the TV announcers for Lions vs. Panthers?
The “Sunday Night Football” crew consists of Mike Tirico, Cris Collinsworth, Kaylee Hartung, and Melissa Stark.
Radio options for Lions vs. Panthers game?
For the local broadcast, you can gt your fix of Dan Miller and Lomas Brown over on 97.1 The Ticket or whatever Lions Radio Network affiliate is available in your area.
The national radio broadcast is being carried by Westwood One, and the announcers are Ryan Radtke and Mike Golic.
Or, if you want all of that information condensed:
Lions vs. Panthers game information:
When: Sunday, October 4, 2026 — 8:20 p.m. ET
Where: Bank of America Stadium — Charlotte, NC
TV: NBC
TV announcers: Mike Tirico, Cris Collinsworth, Kaylee Hartung, and Melissa Stark
Online streaming: Nationally — NFL+
Live game chat: Available on the SB Nation app:
- Apple Store
- Google Play Store
Local Radio: 97.1 The Ticket (Local affiliates here)
Local radio announcers: Dan Miller, Lomas Brown
National radio: Westwood One
National radio announcers: Ryan Radtke, Mike Golic
