Is it December already? The NFL season barrels toward the playoffs, and CBS offers what might be an early glimpse of Super Bowl LIX. The Detroit Lions, roaring back to relevance (or at least, growling with renewed vigor), host the perpetually contending Buffalo Bills on Sunday, December 15 at 4:25 pm ET. Could this be a preview of the big game? It’s not outside the realm of possibility.
Sure, much can change in the weeks leading up to the Super Bowl. Injuries happen. Playoff brackets get busted. But on paper, this game has all the makings of a marquee matchup. The Bills, with their explosive offense led by Josh Allen, consistently flirt with championship aspirations. The Lions, after years of wandering in the gridiron wilderness, are finally showing signs of life, and their fans are, shall we say, enthusiastic.
Recent history favors Buffalo. They’ve handily defeated Detroit in their last four meetings. Who could forget that 2022 Thanksgiving Day game where Josh Allen carved up the Lions’ defense like a holiday turkey, scoring three touchdowns? Lions fans probably haven’t. This year, though, Detroit hopes to flip the script. They’re playing at home, fueled by a rejuvenated fanbase desperate for a taste of postseason glory.
Will this game actually determine who makes it to Super Bowl LIX? It’s probably a bit premature for such grand pronouncements. But a late-season clash between two potential conference powerhouses? That’s must-see TV, even for casual fans. Just try not to overthink the potential Super Bowl implications. It’s week 15, not February. Enjoy the game.
The Bills and Lions kick off at 4:25 pm ET on CBS. The game is scheduled to run for 210 minutes.
