Dates, times set for pair of Detroit Lions preseason games
The Detroit Lions have announced the dates and times for two of their preseason games. They will open the preseason against the Cincinnati Bengals on August 13 and close against the Indianapolis Colts on August 29. The date and time for their home game against the Washington Commanders have yet to be determined.
- ▪The Lions will play their first preseason game at 7 p.m. on August 13 against the Cincinnati Bengals.
- ▪Their final exhibition game is scheduled for 3 p.m. on August 29 against the Indianapolis Colts.
- ▪The date for the Lions' second preseason game against the Washington Commanders is still to be announced.
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