How to Watch Lions vs. Cardinals on DIRECTV: Channel, Kickoff Time and Streaming
Detroit heads to the desert looking to bounce back. The Detroit Lions (2-2) visit the Arizona Cardinals (1-3) on Sunday, October 11, 2026, at 4:25 p.m. ET (1:25 p.m. local time in Arizona) at State Farm Stadium in Glendale. The game airs on FOX, so DIRECTV customers watch it on their local FOX station.
Here's how to find Lions-Cardinals on DIRECTV, whether it's on in your area and how to stream it.
Lions vs. Cardinals game details
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Date | Sunday, October 11, 2026 |
| Kickoff | 4:25 p.m. ET / 1:25 p.m. Arizona time |
| Stadium | State Farm Stadium, Glendale, Arizona |
| TV | FOX (regional) |
| Broadcast crew | Kevin Kugler (play-by-play), Daryl Johnston (analyst), Allison Williams (sideline) |
| Streaming | FOX One, NFL+ (local markets); NFL Sunday Ticket (out of market) |
| Records | Lions 2-2, Cardinals 1-3 |
How to watch on DIRECTV
Your local FOX station
FOX doesn't have one national channel number on DIRECTV. It comes through your local FOX affiliate, so the number depends on your market. DIRECTV includes local channels with its core packages wherever they're available. Press Guide and look for your FOX station, or search "Lions" or "Cardinals" to jump to the game. Our guide to what channel FOX is in your area can help.
If you removed local channels from your satellite package, add them back in your DIRECTV account before Sunday, since the guide can take up to 24 hours to update. See our guide to adding local channels on DIRECTV.
Not sure your package has your FOX station? Call 1-855-690-9884 and we'll check your address.
DIRECTV streaming
DIRECTV's streaming service includes your local FOX station where local channels are available. The MySports Genre Pack is DIRECTV's sports-focused streaming option, pairing local channels, where available, with national sports networks such as ESPN and NFL Network.
Other ways to stream
- FOX One: DIRECTV says FOX One is included with qualifying plans, so choose TV provider sign-in and use your DIRECTV login. You'll see the FOX game that airs in your market. Our FOX One with DIRECTV guide explains the sign-in.
- NFL+: live local and prime-time games on phones and tablets.
- NFL Sunday Ticket: out-of-market Sunday-afternoon games are on YouTube and YouTube TV. DIRECTV doesn't offer Sunday Ticket to homes.
Will Lions vs. Cardinals be on TV in my area?
It's a regional FOX game. FOX has two games at 4:25 p.m. ET this week, Lions at Cardinals and 49ers at Seahawks, and each FOX market gets one of them. The Detroit and Phoenix markets will get this one. Everywhere else, check your local listings for the late FOX game in your area. CBS has one late game, Broncos at Chargers at 4:05 p.m. ET.
If the game isn't on FOX where you live, NFL Sunday Ticket is the way to watch it live at home. DIRECTV homes can follow every Sunday-afternoon game on NFL RedZone, channel 211, an add-on for most packages.
Storylines to watch
- Detroit after a Sunday-night loss: the Lions fell 32-26 at Carolina on Sunday Night Football in Week 4, dropping them to 2-2.
- Lions offense: Detroit is averaging 29.8 points per game, fifth in the NFL, and Jared Goff has 9 touchdown passes with no interceptions through four games.
- Pass rush: Detroit's 15 sacks rank second in the league.
- Arizona needs a win: the Cardinals lost 36-24 at the Giants in Week 4 and are 1-3 heading into this home game.
- Last meeting: Detroit won the teams' most recent game, 20-13.
More Week 5 games on DIRECTV
| Date | Game | Time (ET) | TV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun., Oct. 11 | Broncos at Chargers | 4:05 p.m. | CBS |
| Sun., Oct. 11 | 49ers at Seahawks | 4:25 p.m. | FOX |
| Sun., Oct. 11 | Ravens at Falcons | 8:20 p.m. | NBC |
| Mon., Oct. 12 | Bills at Rams | 8:15 p.m. | ESPN |
See the full NFL Week 5 TV schedule and DIRECTV channels, plus our guides to Ravens vs. Falcons on Sunday Night Football and Bills vs. Rams on Monday Night Football. For the season's channels and packages, see how to watch the NFL on DIRECTV.
Compare DIRECTV packages at your address or call 1-855-690-9884.
Frequently asked questions
What channel is Lions vs. Cardinals on DIRECTV?
It's on FOX, so tune to your local FOX station. The channel number varies by market.
What time is the Lions game Sunday?
Kickoff is 4:25 p.m. ET (1:25 p.m. Arizona time) on Sunday, October 11, 2026, at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona.
Is Lions vs. Cardinals on national TV?
No. It's a regional FOX game. The Detroit and Phoenix markets get it, and FOX's other 4:25 p.m. game is 49ers at Seahawks, so check your local listings.
Can I stream Lions vs. Cardinals with DIRECTV?
Yes, if it airs on FOX in your market. DIRECTV says FOX One is included with qualifying plans, and DIRECTV's streaming service includes your local FOX station where available. NFL+ also streams local games on phones and tablets.
Who is calling Lions vs. Cardinals?
Kevin Kugler and Daryl Johnston call the game for FOX, with Allison Williams on the sideline.
Need help finding your local FOX station? Call 1-855-690-9884.
Details reviewed October 6, 2026. Kickoff times, networks, regional coverage and broadcast crews are set by the NFL, FOX and local stations and may change. Records and stats reflect games through Week 4. Channel lineups, carriage and package availability vary by address and may change. NFL, FOX, FOX One, DIRECTV and related marks belong to their respective owners. American TV is an independent dealer and resource site.