Packers vs. Lions: 5 things to watch and a prediction for Week 9

Five things to watch and a prediction for the Packers’ Week 9 showdown with the Lions.

The Green Bay Packers (3-5) and Detroit Lions (1-6) will both attempt to snap long losing streaks on Sunday at Ford Field.

The Packers have lost four straight. The Lions have lost five straight. Barring a tie, one team will exit Week 9 with a long-awaited win.

Matt LaFleur’s team is 5-1 in six games against the Lions, with the lone loss coming in last year’s season finale at Ford Field.

Here are five things to watch and a prediction for Sunday’s NFC North battle in Detroit: