Ben Johnson brings his Bears to Ford Field. Chicago projects to be a lot better in 2025, and Johnson will desperately want this one. The Ravens have been a tough draw for the Lions for years, including the last visit to Baltimore. Detroit's defense will be the difference-maker here.

With the NFL schedule officially unveiled, here is Lions OnSI's first game-by-game prediction for the Lions' 2025 season. Week 1 - Sunday, Sept. 7 -- at Packers (4:25 p.m. ET) Prediction: 30-23 win (1-0). Week 2 - Sunday, Sept. 14 -- vs. Bears (1 p.m. ET) Week 3 - Monday, Sept. 22 -- at Ravens (8:15 p.m. ET)

Playing in the NFC North alone means a number of daunting contests, as the Minnesota Vikings and Green Bay Packers were also playoff teams last season. Even the Bears seem to be in a much better position with Johnson as head coach and a stronger roster around Caleb Williams for the quarterback's second season.