The highly anticipated matchup between the Detroit Lions and the Kansas City Chiefs is set for Sunday, October 12, 2025, at 8:20 PM ET on NBC. This prime-time showdown on Sunday Night Football promises to be an exciting contest between two talented teams.

 

Game Details

 

– Date: Sunday, October 12, 2025

– Time: 8:20 PM ET (7:20 PM CT in Kansas City)

– Venue: GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City, Missouri

– TV Broadcast: NBC (KSHB-TV, Channel 41, in Kansas City; WDIV-TV, Channel 4, in Detroit)

– Streaming Options: NBC app, Peacock

 

 

Commentary Team

 

The game will feature a talented commentary team, including:

– Play-by-Play: Mike Tirico

– Analyst: Cris Collinsworth

– Sideline Reporter: Melissa Stark

– Rules Analyst: Terry McAulay

 

 

Odds and Predictions

 

The Kansas City Chiefs are slight favorites, with odds at FanDuel Sportsbook putting them 2.5 points ahead of the Lions. The total points are set at 51.5. Some analysts predict a close game, with the Chiefs’ home-field advantage and Patrick Mahomes’ playmaking ability potentially tilting the balance in their favor ¹ ².

 

Team Performance

 

The Detroit Lions have been on a roll, winning four consecutive games and boasting the league’s highest-scoring offense. Quarterback Jared Goff has been impressive, leading the league in completion percentage with 75.2%. The Lions’ backfield tandem of David Montgomery and Jahmyr Gibbs has also been scoring consistently, with 14 straight games together finding the end zone.

 

The Kansas City Chiefs, on the other hand, have been inconsistent, with a 2-3 record. However, they have a strong offense led by Patrick Mahomes, who has thrown eight touchdowns and only two interceptions. Travis Kelce has also been a key contributor, with 22 catches for 243 yards and two touchdowns ¹ ².