Thursday Night Football Week 1: What time is it? Check TV Channel, Schedule Live streaming details of the NFL game
The NFL's highly anticipated 2023 season is about to kick off, and it's doing so with a captivating showdown. The reigning Super Bowl champions, the Chiefs, are taking center stage in the opening game. This matchup holds extra significance as it provides the Chiefs with the opportunity to celebrate their Super Bowl victory with a banner-raising ceremony at Arrowhead Stadium, where they'll host the game.
In an unexpected twist, the Detroit Lions are set to face off against the Chiefs in Week 1's prime-time slot. The Lions, despite a 9-8 record in the 2022 season, concluded the year impressively by winning eight of their final ten games. Notably, they secured a victory over the Packers in Week 18, preventing Green Bay from making the postseason.
With their strong finish last season, the Lions are entering 2023 with elevated expectations. They're considered favorites to clinch the NFC North and are anticipated to field a potent offense. It's no surprise that they were chosen to go head-to-head with the Chiefs, setting the stage for what could be a high-scoring thriller to kick off the NFL season.
Lions vs Chiefs NFL game
The opening Thursday night NFL game of the 2023 season will showcase the Chiefs defending their Super Bowl title against the Lions, a team that's garnered significant attention from NFL enthusiasts during the offseason.
When is it?
The NFL season opener between the Chiefs and Lions is scheduled to start at 8:20 p.m. ET. NBC's «Sunday Night Football» will host this season's inaugural game, with pregame coverage beginning at 7 p.m. ET. Notably, the Chiefs will raise their Super Bowl 57 banner during the pregame festivities, adding to the excitement for both players and viewers.
Where to watch?
Thursday
