The Detroit Lions will face the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 5 of the 2025 NFL season.
Kickoff is scheduled for 4:25 p.m. ET on Sunday, October 5, 2025.
The game will be broadcast on FOX and can be streamed on NFL+.
Entering the matchup, the Lions have a 3-1 record, while the Bengals are 2-2.

Week 5 of the 2025 NFL season continues with the Detroit Lions traveling to Paycor Stadium to take on the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday.

Here’s what you need to know about how to watch the Bengals vs. the Lions, today’s matchup, the NFL Week 5 schedule, TV lineup and more.

What time does Cincinnati Bengals–Detroit Lions game start today, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2025? When is Lions-Bengals NFL football game tonight?

The Detroit Lions and Cincinnati Bengals will play at 4:25 p.m. ET Sunday, Oct. 5, 2025.

What channel is Detroit Lions vs Cincinnati Bengals game on TV today, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2025? How to watch NFL Week 5 football game tonight live

The Detroit Lions and Cincinnati Bengals will air on FOX at 4:25 p.m. ET Sunday, Oct. 5, 2025.

The Detroit Lions and Cincinnati Bengals will stream on NFL+ at 4:25 p.m. ET Sunday, Oct. 5, 2025. Fans can download NFL+ in the Apple App Store or on Google Play.

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