Preview for Detroit Lions @ Carolina Panthers
The Detroit Lions will look to continue their strong start to the 2026 NFL season when they travel to Bank of America Stadium to face the Carolina Panthers on Sunday Night Football.
Detroit have opened the campaign with a 2-1 record behind one of the NFL’s most productive offences, while Carolina are 1-2 and looking to respond after suffering defeat against the Cleveland Browns in Week 3.
The Lions have scored exactly 31 points in each of their three games, but their defence has been considerably less convincing.
The Lions have conceded at least 24 points in every game and enter Week 4 ranked 30th in defensive EPA per play.
Jahmyr Gibbs has been at the centre of their offensive success.
The running back has taken on a genuine bellcow role this season, recording 65 carries for 307 yards and four touchdowns while adding 18 receptions from 21 targets for another 156 yards and two scores.
Gibbs produced his best performance of the season against the New York Jets in Week 3, scoring three touchdowns as Detroit recorded their second win of the campaign.
Carolina return home looking for a response after losing as road favourites against Cleveland.
The Panthers have shown some encouraging signs offensively despite their 1-2 record and enter Week 4 ranked 12th in offensive EPA per play.
Bryce Young and the Carolina offence produced an impressive display against the Chicago Bears in Week 1 but found life considerably more difficult against the Browns.
Prediction for Detroit Lions @ Carolina Panthers
Detroit’s early-season profile makes another high-scoring game difficult to ignore.
The Lions have one of the NFL’s most productive offences but have consistently allowed opponents to move the football at the other end, with every Detroit game producing at least 55 total points this season.
Carolina have been inconsistent offensively, but returning to Bank of America Stadium against a Lions defence ranked near the bottom of the league in several categories should give Young and company opportunities.
Detroit still possess enough firepower to edge the matchup, particularly with Gibbs producing at an elite level, but the Panthers should contribute enough points to keep the contest competitive.
Prediction: Detroit Lions 31-27 Carolina Panthers
How to watch Detroit Lions @ Carolina Panthers
Detroit Lions at Carolina Panthers kicks off at 1:20am BST on Monday, October 5 at Bank of America Stadium.
The game will be shown live in the UK on Sky Sports NFL, while subscribers can also watch the matchup through NFL Game Pass on DAZN. In the United States, Sunday Night Football will be broadcast nationally on NBC.
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