Dan Campbell discussed the excitement of the unknown with reporters on Monday as the Lions prepare to host the Washington Commanders in Saturday’s divisional round at Ford Field. Washington is an unfamiliar opponent for Detroit, and Campbell noted that the uncertainty adds a unique element to the matchup.

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The NFC Divisional round of the NFL Playoffs will see the Washington Commanders (12-5) and Detroit Lions (15-2) clash at Ford Field on Jan. 18, kicking off at 8 p.m. ET.The Lions enter the matchup

The Lions start their playoff march Saturday night against the Washington Commanders at Ford Field in the NFL's Divisional Round of the post-season.

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When the Washington Commanders head to Detroit to play the Lions on Saturday night in the NFC Divisional Round, the game will be played inside Ford Field. You know, the domed home of the Lions in downtown Detroit for almost 25 years now.