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Detroit Lions ‘unlikely’ to get bye week after Germany game
- The NFL no longer guarantees a bye after an international game, affecting the Lions’ planning for Munich.
- Lions president Rod Wood says it’s unlikely Detroit will receive a post‑Germany bye this season.
- The Munich game date and opponent are still undecided for the Lions’ 2026 schedule.
- Lions expect the Germany game to be in early November based on past Munich fixtures.
- Wood hopes schedules avoid back‑to‑back international trips, especially around Thanksgiving.
- Detroit is preparing for Germany by coordinating both business and football sides for the trip.
- Lions leadership is budgeting ideas for a major fan experience around the Munich game.
- Lions have previously played back-to-back Thursday games, informing current scheduling considerations.
- Rod Wood plans to retire by the end of the offseason, influencing leadership decisions.
- The Lions are actively preparing for a high-profile international game with input from both business and football operations.
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