The Detroit Lions have confirmed that they will hold joint practices with the Miami Dolphins during the 2025 NFL preseason.

These sessions are scheduled to take place ahead of their preseason game on August 16, 2025, at Ford Field in Detroit.

The Dolphins are set to visit Detroit for the joint practices, marking the first time the two teams have collaborated in this manner .(SI)

Head coach Dan Campbell has emphasized the value of joint practices as a means to simulate game-like situations and evaluate players against fresh competition.

These sessions provide an opportunity to assess the team’s readiness for the regular season and identify areas for improvement.

The Lions are also exploring the possibility of holding joint practices with a second team during the preseason, though details have not yet been finalized .(Detroit Sports Nation, SI)

The Lions’ preseason schedule includes the following games:

NFL Schedule

• Detroit Lions @ Atlanta Falcons on Friday, Aug 08, 2025 at 04:00 PM PDT

• Miami Dolphins @ Detroit Lions on Saturday, Aug 16, 2025 at 10:00 AM PDT.

• Houston Texans @ Detroit Lions on Saturday, Aug 23, 2025 at 10:00 AM PDT

Fans can look forward to the joint practices with the Dolphins as a key component of the team’s preparation for the upcoming season.(SI)

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