Ben Johnson brings his Bears to Ford Field. Chicago projects to be a lot better in 2025, and Johnson will desperately want this one. The Ravens have been a tough draw for the Lions for years, including the last visit to Baltimore. Detroit's defense will be the difference-maker here.

Fans can get their tickets now on Seat Geek, StubHub, Vivid Seats and Ticketmaster. New Vivid Seats customers can use exclusive code: MLIVE20 to get $20 off a ticket purchase of $200 or more. The 2025 schedule features eight home games for the Lions, including the annual Thanksgiving Day game (at home against the Green Bay Packers.

Playing in the NFC North alone means a number of daunting contests, as the Minnesota Vikings and Green Bay Packers were also playoff teams last season. Even the Bears seem to be in a much better position with Johnson as head coach and a stronger roster around Caleb Williams for the quarterback's second season.