Week 1 of the 2025 NFL season features the Detroit Lions visiting the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field on Sunday, Sept. 7, 2025. Kickoff is at 4:25 PM ET / 3:25 PM CT. The game airs on CBS and Paramount+. Cord-cutters can stream via free trials on FuboTV, YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, or DirecTV Stream.
Green Bay added pass rusher Micah Parsons, who could impact the game despite limited snaps. Quarterback Jordan Love will lead the Packers with rookie Matthew Golden and red-zone target Tucker Kraft contributing.
Detroit, last year’s NFC North champion, adjusts to new offensive and defensive coordinators. The Lions’ restructured interior line must handle Parsons to give Jared Goff time. Key players Jamarco Jones, Trevor Nowaske, and Sione Vaki are out. Third-year RB Jahmyr Gibbs may see an expanded role.
**Lions vs Packers Predictions**
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Houston Texans running back Woody Marks (27) runs for a touchdown against Detroit Lions during the first half at Ford Field in Detroit on Saturday, August 23, 2025.
This NFC North opener may hinge on how quickly each team adapts. If Parsons pressures Goff effectively, the Packers could seize momentum early. However, Detroit’s high-powered offense from last season should keep the game close. Special teams and offensive rhythm could tilt the result in favor of the Lions. Our projected final score sees Detroit edging Green Bay 23–19.
**Lions vs Packers Injury Report**
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For the Lions: Jamarco Jones (ankle), Trevor Nowaske (elbow), and Sione Vaki (hamstring) are out. Packers’ questionable players include Micah Parsons (back), Jayden Reed (foot), Nate Hobbs (knee), Zayne Anderson (knee), Barryn Sorrell (knee), Dontayvion Wicks (calf), and Savion Williams (hamstring).