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Who plays on 'Thursday Night Football' tonight? Time, TV channel, schedule & how to watch live for NFL Week 14

Detroit - December 4, 2025

The Dallas Cowboys are heading to Ford Field to take on the Detroit Lions in a pivotal Thursday Night Football matchup that could shape the playoff picture for both teams.

Detroit (7-5) enters this game in must-win mode. The Lions’ offense has struggled to find consistency throughout the season, and being without superstar Amon-Ra St. Brown only makes their challenge tougher.

Dallas (6-5), meanwhile, is riding high. After a rocky start, the Cowboys have won three straight, including statement victories over the Eagles and Chiefs—last season’s Super Bowl participants. Now, they’ll look to continue their surge as December football heats up.

With both teams fighting to keep their postseason hopes alive, all eyes turn to downtown Detroit. Can the Lions defend their home turf, or will the Cowboys stay hot under the primetime lights? Here’s everything you need to know.


Who plays on 'Thursday Night Football' tonight?

Matchup: Lions vs. Cowboys
Location: Ford Field, Detroit, MI

The Lions host the Cowboys under the bright lights of Ford Field in the lone TNF game of Week 14.


What time is the NFL game tonight?

Date: Thursday, Dec. 4
Time: 8:15 p.m. ET

Kickoff is scheduled for 8:15 p.m. ET in Detroit.


What channel is 'Thursday Night Football' on tonight?

TV channel: N/A
Live stream: Amazon Prime Video

Thursday Night Football will not air on traditional TV. Fans can stream the game live on Amazon Prime Video.
The broadcast team includes:

  • Al Michaels (play-by-play)

  • Kirk Herbstreit (analyst)

  • Kaylee Hartung (sideline reporter)


  • ‘Thursday Night Football’ radio broadcast

    Radio: SiriusXM

    • Channel 225: Lions broadcast

  • Channel 226: Cowboys broadcast

  • New subscribers get their first month free on SiriusXM.


    NFL Week 14 – TNF Schedule

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