Lions Set Munich Plans for Patriots Game

Detroit’s trip to Germany will mark the Lions’ first International Series game since 2015, when they lost 45-10 to the Kansas City Chiefs at Wembley Stadium in England. The team is scheduled to face the Patriots at Munich’s Allianz Arena at 3:30 p.m. local time, the home ground of FC Bayern Munich.

Fan Fest activities at Odeonsplatz are planned for November 13 and 14, beginning at 11 a.m. each day. The event will include family activities, giveaways, photo opportunities, food and beer trucks, and appearances by Lions alumni, cheerleaders and mascots. Concerts are scheduled for both evenings: Kevin Saunderson on Friday and Big Sean on Saturday, starting at 5 p.m. The Lions will also have a fan section at the NFL Fan Experience inside Allianz Arena on game day.

Safety Kerby Joseph is not expected to be activated for the game. He has increased his participation in practice, and coach Dan Campbell said he had done well the previous week and would get more work. A former NFL tight end discussing Joseph’s status said he did not expect the safety to play in Germany.

The Lions plan to practice at their Allen Park Performance Center on Wednesday and Thursday, then depart Thursday evening. Campbell said the team expects to have 48 hours in Germany to adjust. He is scheduled to speak with reporters there at 3 p.m. local time, followed by a media-observed portion of practice and player interviews.