The New England Patriots and Detroit Lions kick off at 9:30 a.m. ET on Sunday, Nov. 15, 2026, at Allianz Arena in Munich, Germany.
New England arrives at 5-4 after a 45-27 loss to the Green Bay Packers. Detroit enters at 6-2 following a 19-9 victory over the Miami Dolphins.
“As a team, we have to start faster,” team captain Kevin Byard said.
Munich Travel Plans
Head coach Dan Campbell dismissed concerns regarding the overseas travel logistics.
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“We are thrilled to be playing internationally and specifically in Munich for the 2026 season. As an organization, we have invested greatly in the German market and are excited to play in front of our passionate German fans,” Detroit Lions president & CEO Rod Wood said.
Campbell also noted the significance of wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown’s heritage for the team.
“We’re looking forward to it and (Amon-Ra) St. Brown’s got lineage and heritage over there, and that means something to us, too. So, we’re pretty excited about going over there and playing.”
Roster Changes
New England adjusted its offensive line by using its fourth different combination in five games.
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Interior lineman Ben Brown is out with a knee injury. Cornerback Carlton Davis III is out with a knee injury, while Greg Van Roten was activated to the 53-man roster.
Running back Rhamondre Stevenson is expected to miss Sunday with a knee injury. TreVeyon Henderson was placed on injured reserve.
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Offensive Outlines
Campbell addressed the opponent’s capabilities before kickoff.
“New England’s a good team, and had some turnovers that hurt them. And that’s really what’s on my mind.”
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Campbell said the Patriots pose an overall threat.
“A real good team here. I know the record is not what is the true indication of what this team is. You look at the totality of what this team is capable of, the firepower they have and they’re a good team. They’re dangerous and they’re going to clean a lot of things up.”
Quarterback Drake Maye leads a Patriots offense.
Detroit running back Jahmyr Gibbs leads the league with 1,132 yards from scrimmage and 11 total touchdowns.
Viewers can catch the broadcast live on FOX, with streaming availability supported on platforms such as Sling TV. International supporters outside the United States can use NFL Game Pass International to stream live and on-demand regular-season matchups, playoffs, and the Super Bowl.
In addition, the official Patriots app and Patriots.com provide media coverage, featuring pregame commentary on the Dunkin’ Patriots Pregame Social with host Jack Webb alongside Paul Perillo, Mike Dussault, and Troy Brown. Fred Kirsch anchors the Kirsch Words In-Game Live Blog on the Patriots homepage, while the Patriots Postgame Show offers post-game breakdowns, live press conferences, and exclusive player interviews.
Both franchises enter the Week 10 contest with differing statistical narratives across recent weeks. The Lions lean on a defense that has tightened over their four-game win streak, surrendering just 15.5 points per contest compared to the 31.8 points allowed per game through their initial four outings. New England’s defense tries to rebound following a loss by Green Bay last week at Gillette Stadium, where the Packers put up 45 points.
The Lions’ defense struggled early in the year, permitting 29.6 points and 404.4 yards per game through the first five weeks. The Patriots’ offensive line shuffling presents challenges, including interior lineman Matt Pryor, center Jared Wilson, and practice squad elevation Andrew Rupcich alongside tackles Caleb Lomu and Marcus Bryant.
Detroit’s offensive attack depends on Jahmyr Gibbs, whose 29 runs of ten yards or more lead the entire NFL and present a test for a New England run defense that has flashed inconsistency. Pass catchers like Amon-Ra St. Brown anchor the receiving corps for the Lions, bringing 61 receptions for 657 receiving yards into the matchup.
St. Brown faces a secondary that ran man coverage at the second-highest rate in the league last week. New England’s passing game tries to find traction through wideouts DeMario Douglas and Mack Hollins, alongside tight end Hunter Henry, as they attempt to exploit a Detroit secondary that has given up 260.9 passing yards per game and 18 passing touchdowns over the course of the season.
Market analysts said the betting line changed over the week from Detroit opening as three-point favorites down to 2.5 points, driven by larger wagers backing New England despite public ticket counts heavily favoring the Lions. Kalshi traders list Detroit with a 57% win probability and the Patriots with a 43% win expectation. Both teams head into the matchup in Munich ahead of New England’s bye week.