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Lions vs Packers livestream: How to watch NFL Week 9 online today

When to watch the Lions vs. Packers?

  • Sunday, November 3 at 4:25 p.m. ET (1:25 p.m. PT).

Where to look?

  • The Lions-Packers game will be broadcast on Fox.

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The Lions take a conference-best 6-1 record in Green Bay to take on the Packers 6-2, and the winner will move into first place in the NFC North. The status of Packers quarterback Jordan Love is the biggest question in what is arguably the game of the week. Love injured his groin in last week’s win and is questionable to play against the Lions. If he can’t go, Green Bay will have to find a way to put up points with Malik Willis at center to keep pace with Jared Goff and a Detroit offense that’s averaging 33.4 points per game, the best in the league.

The Lions and Packers open in Green Bay at 4:25 p.m. ET (1:25 p.m. PT) on Fox. Here’s how you can watch, even if the game isn’t available on your local Fox channel.

Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell looks ahead. Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell looks ahead.

Dan Campbell’s Detroit Lions are currently on a five-game winning streak.

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Lions vs. Packers game today: when and where?

This match sees the Packers welcome the Lions to 1:25 p.m. ET (4:25 p.m. PT) Sunday. The game will take place at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin, home of the Packers.

How to watch the Lions vs. Packers game online from anywhere using a VPN

If you are unable to view the game locally due to poorly enforced ban restrictionsyou may need a different way to watch the game and that’s where using a VPN can come in handy. A VPN is also the best way to prevent your ISP from throttling your speed on game day by encrypting your traffic. Plus, it’s a great idea when you’re traveling and find yourself connected to a Wi-Fi network and want to add an extra layer of privacy for your devices and connections.

With a VPN, you can virtually change your location on your phone, tablet, or laptop to access the game. So if your Internet Service Provider or cell phone carrier has assigned you an IP address that incorrectly shows your location in a blackout zone, a VPN can correct this problem by giving you an IP address in your correct and unobscured zone. Most VPNs, like our Editors’ Choice, ExpressVPNmake it really easy to do.

Using a VPN to watch or stream sports is legal in all countries where VPNs are legal, including the United States and Canada, provided you have a legitimate subscription to the service you are streaming . You need to make sure your VPN is properly configured to prevent leaks: Even when VPNs are legal, the streaming service can terminate the account of anyone it considers to be circumventing properly enforced ban restrictions.

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ExpressVPN is our current top VPN pick for people who are looking for a reliable and safe VPN, and it works on a variety of devices. It’s normally $13 per month, but if you sign up for a $100 annual subscription, you’ll get three months free and save 49%. That’s the equivalent of $6.67 per month with code SPECIAL OFFERwhich should be automatically applied.

Note that ExpressVPN offers a 30-day money-back guarantee.

How to watch the Lions vs. Packers in the United States

Sunday’s Lions vs. Packers game is broadcast nationally on Fox. The good news for football fans is that Fox is available on most major live TV streaming services. The cheapest service of this type is Sling TV Blue.

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Sling TV’s Blue plan includes NBC, Fox and NFL Network, although it does not have CBS, ABC or ESPN. Enter your address here to see what local channels are available where you live. NFL RedZone is also available for an additional $11 per month.

Note that to get ABC and ESPN, you’ll need to upgrade to the similarly priced Orange package (which drops Fox, NBC, and NFL Network) or opt for the $60-per-month Orange and Blue combo package that includes channels from both packages. With the combo plan, the Sports Extra add-on, which includes RedZone, costs $15 more per month.

An important caveat: In our experience, local Fox affiliates will only be available if your billing address is in one of the 18 metropolitan areas covered by the Sling agreement. If you’re outside of one of these areas, you’re probably better off opting for one of the alternative services listed below.

Many other live TV streaming services also offer local Fox stations, namely YouTube TV, Hulu Plus Live TV, DirecTV Stream, and Fubo. They all cost significantly more than Sling, but they also offer a full lineup of live channels, including football broadcast channels like CBS and ESPN. Check out our guide to live TV streaming services for more details.

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For $73 per month, you’ll get all the major soccer channels with YouTube TV. Additionally, RedZone is available for an additional $11 per month. Plug your zip code into YouTube TV home page to see which local networks are available in your area.

Fubo

Fubo costs at least $92 per month when taking into account the RSN fees it chargeswhich you don’t need for NFL games but still have to pay for. Fubo’s basic plan costs $80, but it charges $12 more per month if you get one RSN or $15 per month if you have two or more in your area. RedZone is available for $11 more per month, and you can get 4K streams with its $90 per month Elite plan. It’s worth noting that Fubo recently introduced a new offer of $30 off the first month for its Pro, Elite With Sports Plus, and Deluxe plans. Click here to see which local channels you get in your area with Fubo. Read our Fubo review.

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DirectTV

All of the live TV streaming services above offer free trials, let you cancel at any time, and require a strong internet connection. Looking for more information? Check out our guide to live TV streaming services.

An over-the-air antenna connected to your TV provides another option for Fox. The best part about antennas is that no streaming or monthly fees are required, although you will need to make sure that you Good reception.

Quick Tips for Streaming the Lions vs Packers Game Using a VPN

  • With four variables in play: your ISP, your browser, your video streaming provider, and your VPN – experience and success may vary.
  • If you don’t see your desired location as the default option for ExpressVPN, try using the “Find city or country” option.
  • If you’re having trouble getting the game after enabling your VPN and setting it to the correct viewing area, there are two things you can try for a quick fix. First, log in to your streaming service subscription account and make sure the address registered for the account is an address in the correct viewing area. Otherwise, you may need to change the physical address registered with your account. Second, some smart TVs, like Roku, don’t have VPN apps that you can install directly on the device itself. Instead, you’ll need to install the VPN on your router or mobile hotspot you’re using (like your phone) so that any device on its Wi-Fi network now appears in the correct display location.
  • All the VPN providers we recommend offer helpful instructions on their main site for quickly installing the VPN on your router. In some cases with Smart TV services, after installing a cable network’s sports app, you will be asked to verify a numeric code or click a link sent to your email address on file for your Smart TV . This is where having a VPN on your router will also help, since both devices will appear to be in the correct location.
  • And remember that browsers can often give away location despite using a VPN, so be sure to use a privacy-focused browser to connect to your services. We normally recommend Brave.