NFC Championship Clash: San Francisco 49ers vs. Detroit Lions Set for Jan. 28 Kickoff

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The much-anticipated 2024 NFC Championship Game is set to unfold at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California, pitting the San Francisco 49ers against the Detroit Lions on Sunday, Jan. 28. Scheduled to kick off at 6:30 p.m. ET/3:30 p.m. PT, this clash promises to be a thrilling showdown for football enthusiasts.

San Francisco enters the championship game with momentum from a hard-fought 24-21 victory over the Green Bay Packers on Jan. 20. The game was sealed with a game-winning touchdown from standout running back Christian McCaffrey, who notched two rushing touchdowns and an impressive 98 rushing yards. The 49ers secured their spot in the NFC Championship Game with only 67 seconds remaining on the clock.

On the opposing side, the Detroit Lions earned their place in the championship matchup with a solid 31-23 win against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Jan. 21. Quarterback Jared Goff led the Lions’ charge, throwing for two touchdowns with 287 passing yards on a 30-for-43 completion rate. Running back Jahmyr Gibbs contributed significantly, leading the rushing attack with 74 yards and adding a crucial rushing touchdown.

The coaching dynamics add an extra layer of intrigue to the game, with Kyle Shanahan steering the ship for the San Francisco 49ers and Dan Campbell at the helm for the Detroit Lions.

As for the NFC Championship kickoff details, the game is scheduled to air on FOX at 6:30 p.m. ET/3:30 p.m. PT, featuring Kevin Burkhardt as the play-by-play commentator and Greg Olsen providing analysis.

For those without cable or satellite TV, several online streaming options are available to catch the action live. Notably, FuboTV and Sling are recommended platforms for viewers looking to stream the 49ers vs. Lions game. However, it’s essential to note that FOX is available on Sling TV in select markets, including Atlanta, Austin, Chicago, Dallas/Fort Worth, Detroit, Gainesville, Houston, Los Angeles, Milwaukee, Minneapolis, New York, Orlando, Philadelphia, Phoenix, San Francisco, Seattle, Tampa, and Washington, D.C.