How to Watch the Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Detroit Lions NFL Preseason Game Today: Start Time and Live Stream

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The Pittsburgh Steelers and Detroit Lions meet today in NFL preseason Week 3 action. Here's how to watch the game.

The Detroit Lions and Pittsburgh Steelers meet in the final week of the 2024 NFL preseason today. With the start of the regular season just two weeks away, time is running out for position battles to be settled as both teams get one more opportunity on the field. Kickoff from Ford Field is scheduled for 1 p.m. ET.

Watch Today's Game on Sling TV

The Steelers come into this game with a 0-2 preseason record. In the first game against the Houston Texans they were defeated 20-12 and in the last game against the Buffalo Bills they were defeated 9-3. Pittsburgh will now be looking for a road win against the 1-1 Detroit Lions.

Here is everything to know about how to watch the Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Detroit Lions game today, including the TV channel and best livestream options.

How to Watch the Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Detroit Lions Game Without Cable

The Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Detroit Lions game will air live on NFL Network. If you don't have cable, you can stream the NFL Preseason Week 3 game on Sling TV.

The most cost-effective way to watch today's game is through Sling TV as you'll also be able to watch all 21 NFL preseason games for the lowest price. Right now, there is a Sling TV deal offering 50% off your first month — bringing the Blue package with NFL Network down to just $22.50 and the comprehensive Orange + Blue package down to $30.

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Sling TV comes with 50 hours of free cloud-based DVR recording space, perfect for recording the Steelers at Lions matchup if you're not home to watch it live.

How to Watch the Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Detroit Lions Game Online for Free

With Fubo's sports-focused live TV streaming service, you'll have nearly every channel you'll need to watch the NFL preseason and regular season. Every game broadcast nationally or on NFL Network will also be available to stream on FuboTV, which comes with 1,000 hours of cloud DVR storage and a seven-day free trial.

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What time is the Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Detroit Lions preseason game?

The 2024 NFL preseason battle between the Pittsburgh Steelers and Detroit Lions is set to kick off Saturday, August 24 at 1 p.m. ET (10 a.m. PT).

What channel is the Steelers vs. Lions game on today?

The Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Detroit Lions game will air live from Ford Field on NFL Network today. 

Key dates for the 2024 NFL season

Here are all the important dates football fans will want to mark in their calendar for the upcoming NFL preseason and NFL regular season.

August 1: Hall of Fame Game
August 1-4: Hall of Fame Weekend
August 8-11: First Preseason Weekend
August 15-18: Second Preseason Weekend
August 22-25: Third Preseason Weekend
September 1: Final Day of Preseason Training Camps
September 5: First Week of Regular Season Games
September 5-6 and September 8-9: Kickoff Weekend
September 6: NFL International Game at Corinthians Arena in Brazil (Green Bay Packers vs. Philadelphia Eagles)
October 6: NFL International Game at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London (New York Jets vs. Minnesota Vikings)
October 13: NFL International Game at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London (Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Chicago Bears)
October 15-16: Fall League Meeting
October 20: NFL International Game at Wembley Stadium in London (New England Patriots vs. Jacksonville Jaguars)
November 10: NFL International Game at Allianz Arena in Germany (New York Giants vs. Carolina Panthers)
December 10-11: Special Leage Meeting
January 11-13: Super Wild Card Weekend
January 30: East-West Shrine Bowl
February 1: Senior Bowl
February 2: Pro Bowl Games
February 9: Super Bowl LIX at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans
February 24 to March 3: NFL Scouting Combine

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