The Detroit Lions close the 2026 NFL season with a challenging stretch of games. When the schedule was released, many supporters and pundits immediately noticed Dan Campbell's squad will play three of their last four games against division rivals.

Detroit Lions face a tough late-season test in 2026 with key NFC North road games sparking concern after schedule release.

In addition to its full 2026 NFL regular-season slate, the Detroit Lions also announced their three preseason foes on Thursday. With the Lions having nixed joint practices heading into the 2026 season,

Former Lions OC Ben Johnson will lead his team into Detroit on Thanksgiving

Bears coach Ben Johnson will be returning to Detroit for the second time since leaving, and will be hoping to improve on last season’s results, when Detroit dog-walked them 52-21. Johnson was 0-2 against the Lions in 2025, and this game could be his next opportunity to change that record for the positive.

The Detroit Lions will host the Chicago Bears on Thanksgiving.