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Minnesota Vikings at Detroit Lions odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Minnesota Vikings at Detroit Lions odds and lines, with expert NFL picks, predictions and best bets.

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The NFC North-leading Minnesota Vikings (10-2) find themselves underdogs when they meet the Detroit Lions (5-7) Sunday in Ford Field at 1 p.m. ET (FOX) Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Vikings vs. Lions odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Vikings have been very shaky on defense, yet have found ways to win games late at a level that is almost unprecedented and they have their share of detractors. Minnesota is 9-0 in 1-score games and their 2 losses have been blowouts. The Vikings beat the Lions 28-24 in Week 3.

Detroit was off to a dismal start, losing 5 straight to drop to 1-6 before winning 4 of the last 5 with their only loss being a 28-25 defeat to Buffalo. They beat the Jacksonville Jaguars 40-14 last week at home as half-point underdogs.

If the Vikings win this game, they wrap up the NFC North title with a month left in the regular season and, despite the naysayers, would be the 1st team in the league to secure a division title and a guaranteed home playoff game.

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Vikings at Lions odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 7:07 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Vikings +105 (bet $100 to win $105) | Lions -125 (bet $125 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Vikings +2.5 (-112) | Lions -2 (-108)
Over/Under (O/U): 51.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Vikings at Lions key injuries

Vikings

C Garrett Bradbury (back) questionable
DT Jonathan Bullard (bicep) out
OT Christian Darisaw (concussion) questionable
S Harrison Smith (neck) questionable

Lions

LB Derrick Barnes (knee) out
G Evan Brown (ankle) doubtful
CB Will Harris (hip) questionable
CB Jeff Okudah (illness) questionable

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Vikings at Lions picks and predictions

Prediction

Vikings 30, Lions 24

Moneyline

TAKE THE VIKINGS (+105).

Everyone seems to be waiting for Minnesota’s uncanny luck in the 4th quarter to run out and have been predicting “trap games” when they played the New England Patriots and New York Jets, yet they won both of them.

The Vikings pass defense is brutal and gives up a lot of yards, but the D creates turnovers and makes big plays in the red zone to turn touchdowns into field goals. Detroit’s defense isn’t much better, so if the game is close in the final 5 minutes, don’t bet against the Vikings

Against the spread

TAKE THE VIKINGS +2.5 (-112)

Seeing as I’m taking the Vikings on the moneyline, this bet has less return, but it gives you the option of winning in the event of a tie or a Lions win by 1 or 2 points.

Over/Under

TAKE OVER 51.5 POINTS (-110).

This is a difficult because the O/U is extremely high. That said, both teams have consistently hit or surpassed that number in recent weeks. Both defenses are pretty awful, especially on the back end and allow a lot of points.

In their last 4 games, the Vikings have allowed 118 points and scored 27 or more in 3 of the last 4. Detroit has scored 127 points in its last 4 games, so the potential for a lot of scoring taking place justifies an O/U this high because it’s very likely going to be surpassed.

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Jacksonville Jaguars at Detroit Lions odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Jacksonville Jaguars at Detroit Lions odds and lines, with expert NFL picks, predictions and best bets.

The Jacksonville Jaguars (4-7) face the Detroit Lions (4-7) on Sunday in Week 13 at Ford Field. Kickoff is scheduled for 1 p.m. ET (FOX). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Jaguars vs. Lions odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Jaguars secured a 28-27 win over the Baltimore Ravens in Week 12 to cover as 3.5-point underdogs at home. Jacksonville has now won 2 of its last 3 games following a 5-game losing streak.

The Lions suffered a 28-25 loss to the Buffalo Bills in Week 12, but they covered as 10-point underdogs at home. Detroit was on a 3-game winning streak before the loss to Buffalo on Thanksgiving.

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Jaguars at Lions odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at 3:58 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Jaguars -115 (bet $115 to win $100) | Lions -105 (bet $105 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Jaguars -1 (-111) | Lions +1 (-109)
Over/Under (O/U): 51 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Jaguars at Lions key injuries

Jaguars

S Andre Cisco (shoulder) questionable
RB Travis Etienne Jr. (foot) questionable
WR Zay Jones (chest) questionable

Lions

G Jonah Jackson (concussion) questionable
CB Jeff Okudah (concussion) questionable
C Frank Ragnow (foot) questionable
T Penei Sewell (ankle) questionable

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Jaguars at Lions picks and predictions

Prediction

Jaguars 31, Lions 27

Moneyline

This game is basically a coin flip given the odds, but I’ll take the JAGUARS (-115) with how QB Trevor Lawrence has been playing recently. The 2nd-year QB has combined for 815 passing yards, 6 TD passes and 0 INTs in his last 3 starts.

Against the spread

JAGUARS -1 (-111) is where I’m leaning in this game as you can get the spread at better odds than the moneyline for Jacksonville to win. This game could come down to who performs better at QB between Lawrence and QB Jared Goff, and I believe Lawrence has the better outing.

The Lions are 1-4 ATS in their last 5 games following a loss.

Over/Under

With both teams giving up plenty of points in recent weeks, OVER 51 (-110) is the ideal choice in this game. The game is being played in a dome and these teams are allowing a combined 49.3 points per game on the defensive side of the ball.

The Over is 6-1 in Jacksonville’s last 7 road games. On top of that, Detroit has hit the Over in 6 of its last 7 games following an ATS win.

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Buffalo Bills at Detroit Lions odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thanksgiving Day’s Buffalo Bills at Detroit Lions odds and lines, with expert NFL picks, predictions and best bets.

The Buffalo Bills (7-3) and Detroit Lions (4-6) open Thanksgiving’s triple-header with the early game from Ford Field at 12:30 p.m. ET (CBS). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Bills vs. Lions odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

QB Josh Allen and the Bills beat the Cleveland Browns at Ford Field 31-23 last week, covering the spread as 7.5-point favorites. The game was moved to Detroit due to a snowstorm in Western New York. Allen threw for 197 yards with a TD in the victory.

The Lions, who were 3-point underdogs, went on the road and beat the New York Giants 31-18 in Week 11. Detroit was able to hold New York RB Saquon Barkley to 22 rushing yards on 15 carries.

If the Lions want to win this matchup, they’ll need to stop the 6-foot-5, 240-pound Allen from running and throwing all over them. It will be a challenging task for Detroit, which is 37-43-2 on Thanksgiving.

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Bills at Lions odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Wednesday at 11:44 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Bills -450 (bet $450 to win $100) | Lions +350 (bet $100 to win $350)
Against the spread (ATS): Bills +-9.5 (-111) | Lions +9.5 (-109)
Over/Under (O/U): 54 (O: -107 | U: -113)

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Bills at Lions key injuries

Bills

LB Tremaine Edmunds (groin) out
DE A.J. Epenesa (ankle) doubtful
C Mitch Morse (elbow, ankle) questionable
DE Greg Rousseau (ankle) out

Lions

OL Evan Brown (ankle) out
DE Charles Harris (groin) out
OL Jonah Jackson (concussion) out
CB Jeff Okudah (concussion) out
DE Joshua Paschal (knee) out
WR Josh Reynolds (back) questionable

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Bills at Lions picks and predictions

Prediction

Bills 31, Lions 17

Moneyline

PASS.

The Bills (-450) are the far better team, but it’s not smart a smart sports betting strategy to risk 4.5 times your potential profit. I could see including them in a multi-team parlay, however.

Against the spread

BET BILLS -9.5 (-111).

The Bills just played at Ford Field last week because of the Buffalo snowstorm with 56,000 strong showing up and buying tickets within 48 hours of the announced change. The Bills were comfortable in the atmosphere, and this week will be no different.

While they won’t have close to as many fans this time, the Bills will feel right at home. Allen and WR Stefon Diggs will take advantage of Lions CB Okudah missing this game. Diggs, after being upset early last week by the lack of targets vs. Cleveland, will be fed this week vs. Detroit, perfect for Thanksgiving.

BUFFALO -9.5 (-111) is my FAVORITE PLAY in this game.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 54 (-113).

What will it take for this game to get to this substantial number? Buffalo to score 40.

While it’s possible, I don’t find it likely.

Last week, the Bills racked up 31 points. On a short week, they will look to get out with no injuries, while the Lions will use RBs D’Andre Swift and Jamaal Williams to shorten the game and keep the Bills offense off the field.

With limited drives being the goal, the game will be a slow paced, and the scoring is not likely to reach this number. While the game will be close, I don’t see it going Over 54. Therefore, UNDER 54 (-113) is the play.

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Detroit Lions at New York Giants odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Detroit Lions at New York Giants odds and lines, with expert NFL picks, predictions and best bets.

The Detroit Lions (3-6) are set to face the New York Giants (7-2) Sunday in Week 11 at MetLife Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for 1 p.m. ET (FOX). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Lions vs. Giants odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Lions came away with a 31-30 victory over the Chicago Bears in Week 10, covering as 3-point underdogs on the road. Detroit has now won 2 games in a row for the 1st time since Weeks 6-7 of the 2020 season.

The Giants secured a 24-16 win against the Houston Texans in Week 10 to cover as 4.5-point favorites at home. New York has won 5 of its last 6 games and is only 1 game back from the NFC East lead behind the Philadelphia Eagles.

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Lions at Giants odds

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Moneyline (ML): Lions +145 (bet $100 to win $145) | Giants -170 (bet $170 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Lions +3 (-104) | Giants -3 (-116)
Over/Under (O/U): 44.5 (O: -111 | U: -109)

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Lions at Giants key injuries

Lions

C Frank Ragnow (foot) questionable
WR Josh Reynolds (back) questionable

Giants

TE Daniel Bellinger (eye) questionable
WR Kenny Golladay (hamstring) questionable
DT Dexter Lawrence (back) questionable
WR Wan’Dale Robinson (hamstring) questionable

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Lions at Giants picks and predictions

Prediction

Giants 24, Lions 20

Moneyline

Despite the fact that I’m taking the Giants to win at home, PASS on the moneyline in this game. Taking New York straight up isn’t worth doing at the current odds, but it could be viable to add the Giants to win to a parlay.

Against the spread

GIANTS -3 (-116) is the ideal choice in this game despite the Lions winning 2 games in a row. New York should be able to control the game with RB Saquon Barkley expected to get another massive workload in Week 11.

Even though the Lions are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 road meetings with the Giants, New York is 5-0 ATS in its last 5 games after accumulating more than 350 yards of offense in the previous game.

Over/Under

While the Lions have been part of plenty of high-scoring games this season, the Giants have won quite a few close, low-scoring affairs. Detroit has a 6-3 record to the Over thus far while New York is 1-7-1 to the Over, making UNDER 44.5 (-109) an enticing bet.

The Under is 7-0 in the last 7 games where the Giants have faced a team with a losing road record.

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Detroit Lions at Chicago Bears odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Detroit Lions at Chicago Bears odds and lines, with expert NFL picks, predictions and best bets.

The Detroit Lions (2-6) visit Soldier Field to battle the NFC North Division foe Chicago Bears (3-6) Sunday at 1 p.m. ET (FOX). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Lions vs. Bears odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Bears may have finally found themselves a quarterback. OK, it was only 1 game, but what a game it was with QB Justin Fields breaking Michael Vick’s NFL single-game record for rushing yards by a QB (173) with 178 yards against the Miami Dolphins last Sunday. The Bears still lost 35-32, but Fields is finally being allowed to use all his skills and it’s doing wonders for the Bears.

The Lions are coming in off a surprising 15-9 win over the Green Bay Packers which sent Aaron Rodgers to the first 5-game losing streak of his career. The Lions defense, which is still not good, picked off Rodgers twice in the red zone. It was a major key to the Lions pulling off the improbable win and coming into this game looking to start a winning streak.

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Lions at Bears odds

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Moneyline (ML): Lions +125 (bet $100 to win $125) | Bears -145 (bet $145 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Lions +3 (-116) | Bears -3 (-104)
Over/Under (O/U): 48.5 (O: -109 | U: -111)

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Lions at Bears key injuries

Lions

S Kerby Joseph (concussion) questionable
WR Josh Reynolds (back) out
LB Malcolm Rodriguez (elbow) questionable

Bears

OL Teven Jenkins (hip) questionable
DB Jaylon Johnson (oblique) questionable
CB Kindle Vildor (ankle) out

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Lions at Bears picks and predictions

Prediction

Bears 30, Lions 26

Moneyline

BET BEARS (-145).

While this is slightly high at -145, this is going to be a close game and spending the extra juice could be worth it. The Lions keep games close. Even games they do not win.

The Bears should win, but I do not like the -3 line. If it were to move to -2.5, I would consider the Bears spread instead of the ML.

Against the spread

PASS.

This line feels perfect, and a push would be likely. I would rather spend the extra juice and take the Bears ML at -145. If this line dips to -2.5, I will take the Bears. It likely will move in the other direction though as it is trending this way.

Over/Under

BET OVER 48.5 (-109).

Neither of these defenses are good. The Bears gave up 35 to the Dolphins last Sunday, while the Lions gave up 30 to the same Dolphins teams a week prior. Not that either of these offenses are of the Dolphins’ caliber. But with the defenses in this game, they do not have to be.

The Bears have run the ball great in recent weeks averaging 245 yards in the last 4 games. With the Bears scoring, the Lions will also score using RBs D’Andre Swift and Jamaal Williams and WR Amon-Ra St. Brown. Defense could be a luxury in this game, and this could easily be the highest scoring game of the week.

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Green Bay Packers at Detroit Lions odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Green Bay Packers at Detroit Lions odds and lines, with expert NFL picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Green Bay Packers (3-5) visit the Detroit Lions (1-6) Sunday at 1 p.m. ET (FOX). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Packers vs. Lions odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

This has been a season of misery for both teams.

QB Aaron Rodgers and the Packers come into this game on a 4-game losing streak, including last week’s 27-17 loss against the Buffalo Bills. The loss of WR Davante Adams (to Las Vegas in the offseason) was a major blow and another blow came at the trade deadline when the Packers stayed pat and did nothing to help their lingering situation on offense.

The Lions came into the season with so much promise. After going 3-14 in 2021, the try-hard team was supposed to be better. Instead, Dan Campbell’s squad is 1-6 and traded away their starting tight end (T.J. Hockenson) to the division-rival Minnesota Vikings.

Games between these NFC North teams are always fun and this will be no different. But now, instead of Green Bay being atop the division and looking down on the Lions, they are right next to each other at the bottom of the division.

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Packers at Lions odds

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Moneyline (ML): Packers -200 (bet $200 to win $100) | Lions +160 (bet $100 to win $160)
Against the spread (ATS): Packers -4 (-108) | Lions +4 (-112)
Over/Under (O/U): 49.5 (O: -108 | U: -112)

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Packers at Lions key injuries

Packers

OL David Bakhtiari (knee) questionable
LB De’Vondre Campbell (knee) questionable
WR Randall Cobb (ankle) out — injured reserve
OL Elgton Jenkins (knee) questionable
WR Allen Lazard (shoulder) questionable
QB Aaron Rodgers (thumb) questionable
LB Preston Smith (shoulder) questionable
WR Christian Watson (concussion) questionable

Lions

OL Taylor Decker (back) questionable
DB Charles Harris (groin) questionable
CB AJ Parker (hip) questionable
WR Josh Reynolds (back) questionable
RB D’Andre Swift (ankle, shoulder) questionable
TE Brock Wright (concussion) questionable

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Packers at Lions picks and predictions

Prediction

Packers 34, Lions 28

Moneyline

PASS.

The Packers’ -200 ML is too high to make a wager.

Against the spread

LEAN PACKERS -4 (-108).

Rodgers is the most talented QB in NFL history. The 4-game losing streak he and the Packers are on is the longest of his career. Going against a bad Lions team this week, Rodgers will get back on track and the Packers will return to their winning ways.

The Lions have all but folded it in on the season with the trade of TE Hockenson to the Vikings. With Swift ailing as well as WR Amon-Ra St. Brown, Detroit’s health on offense is in question.

After going up 21-0 to Miami Sunday, Detroit let the game go and lost 31-27. It will not go up by 21 in this game and it will not lose by less than 4. TAKE PACKERS -4 (-108).

Over/Under

BET OVER 49.5 (-108).

This number is a bit high, and it is likely to come down before game time. Even if it does not, I love it.

Detroit and its porous defense allow points. The offense for Detroit also likes to score points. The Lions are 5-2 to the Over on the season and this game will make it 6-2.

When Green Bay is clicking, it is efficient. It scores a lot of points on few drives. They will be clicking in this game and the scoring will hit the Over in this divisional matchup. OVER 49.5 (-108) is my FAVORITE PLAY in this game.

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Miami Dolphins at Detroit Lions odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Miami Dolphins at Detroit Lions odds and lines, with expert NFL picks, predictions and best bets.

The Miami Dolphins (4-3) visit the struggling Detroit Lions (1-5) Sunday in interconference NFL action. Kickoff from Ford Field is set for 1 p.m. ET (CBS). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Dolphins vs. Lions odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Miami Dolphins come into this game after a big win vs. Pittsburgh Oct. 23 (16-10) to end a 3-game losing streak. QB Tua Tagovailoa returned from a scary concussion suffered in a Week 4 loss vs. the Bengals. Before that injury the Dolphins were 3-0 and looking like one of the top teams in the league. They are looking to regain that status vs. a Lions team that hasn’t looked very good. Tagovailoa and that Dolphins offense with WR Tyreek Hill and WR Jaylen Waddle look very scary. Tagovailoa is completing 67% of his passes (101 of 150 attempts) for 1,296 yards and 9 TDs with only 3 INTs.

The Lions are coming into this game looking for a much-needed win to try and turn their season around. The Lions have been struggling with key offensive injuries throughout the season, including injuries to RB D’Andre Swift and WR Amon-Ra St. Brown. QB Jared Goff has looked highly inconsistent throughout the season, and many Lions fans are hoping that the organization drafts his replacement next year. Goff is completing (132 of 212 attempts) for 1,583 yards and 11 TDs with 6 INTs.

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Dolphins at Lions odds

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Moneyline (ML): Dolphins -190 (bet $190 to win $100) | Lions +160 (bet $100 to win $160)
Against the spread (ATS): Dolphins -3.5 (-110) | Lions +3.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 51.5 (O: -112 | U: -108)

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Dolphins at Lions key injuries

Dolphins

CB Xavien Howard (groin) questionable
DE Emmanuel Ogbah (back) questionable

Lions

CB Mike Hughes (knee) out
WR Amon-Ra St. Brown (concussion) questionable

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Dolphins at Lions picks and predictions

Prediction

Dolphins 31, Lions 24

Moneyline

BET DOLPHINS -190

This is your best bet in this game, but it’s chalky. The Dolphins are a much better team on both sides of the ball. The Lions on the other hand have one of the worst defenses in the league and have allowed at least 24 points in each game during this 4-game losing streak. Expect this potent offense from Miami to be able to put up points at will.

Against the spread

LEAN DOLPHINS -3.5 (-110)

The Lions should be able to make this game competitive simply because of how rare true blowouts are in the NFL. Especially with the Lions being at home, I do expect them to put up a fight, but in the end the Dolphins’ assortment of weapons will prove to be too much for this team. The speed of Waddle and Hill coupled with the quickness of RB Raheem Mostert will cause problems for this Lions defense that has had problems with much worse opponents throughout the year.

Over/Under

LEAN OVER 51.5 (-112)

The Dolphins’ potent offense and the Lions lack of a defense on all 3 levels is what makes this your 2nd-best play for this game. The Lions have struggled with run stopping, pass stopping, pass rushing and big plays all year. The Dolphins have shown that they have the ability to make chunk plays at any time and can do so either through the run or pass game. The Dolphins defense is good, but not great, which also makes me even more confident on the Over. The Lions, especially being more healthy than in past weeks, will be able to put up points themselves, which will help them cover the Over in this matchup.

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Detroit Lions at Dallas Cowboys odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Detroit Lions at Dallas Cowboys odds and lines, with expert NFL picks, predictions and best bets.

The Dallas Cowboys (4-2) welcome QB Dak Prescott back to the starting lineup this week when they host the Detroit Lions (1-4) on Sunday. Kickoff from AT&T Stadium is set for 1 p.m. ET (CBS). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Lions vs. Cowboys odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Lions are coming off a Week 6 bye seeking to snap a 3-game losing streak. Despite being blown out by the New England Patriots 29-0 in Week 5, Detroit is 3rd in the NFL in scoring and 2nd in yards per game, but the defense ranks last in both categories. The Lions have allowed at least 27 points in each of their 5 games.

The Cowboys survived Prescott’s 5-game absence, going 4-1 with Cooper Rush at QB. They did lose to the Philadelphia Eagles 26-17 last week, which was Rush’s 1st career loss as a starter. Prescott is officially back after missing 5 games with a thumb injury to lead an offense that ranks 23rd in scoring.

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Lions at Cowboys odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 3:18 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Lions +245 (bet $100 to win $245) | Cowboys -300 (bet $300 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Lions +6.5 (-105) | Cowboys -6.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 49.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Lions at Cowboys key injuries

Lions

WR DJ Chark (ankle) questionable
DL Charles Harris (groin) questionable
WR Josh Reynolds (knee) questionable
RB D’Andre Swift (ankle/shoulder) questionable

Cowboys

WR CeeDee Lamb (hip) probable
TE Dalton Schultz (knee) probable

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Lions at Cowboys picks and predictions

Prediction

Cowboys 26, Lions 20

Moneyline

The Cowboys match up well against the Lions. Their defense should be able to slow down Detroit’s offense the way the Patriots did, and with Prescott back, moving the ball against the Lions defense shouldn’t be too much of a challenge.

There are still some concerns about the Cowboys offensive line, but this is a winnable game for Dallas.

However, the moneyline is too costly at -300. PASS.

Against the spread

Of the Lions’ 4 losses this season, 3 have been by 4 points or fewer. They’re 3-2 ATS this season, for the most part keeping games close – other than their 29-point loss to the Patriots. The Cowboys are 4-2 ATS, covering in 4 of the 5 games started by Rush, all as underdogs.

Even with this being a game the Cowboys should win, I think the Lions will keep it close enough to cover the spread. Bet the LIONS +6.5 (-105).

Over/Under

The total has gone Over in 4 of the Lions’ 5 games. Their defense might be the worst in the NFL, while their offense has been surprisingly explosive. However, they haven’t faced a defense as talented as the Cowboys’.

I like the UNDER 49.5 (-115) in this one.

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Detroit Lions at New England Patriots odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Detroit Lions at New England Patriots odds and lines, with expert NFL picks, predictions and best bets.

The Detroit Lions (1-3) visit the New England Patriots (1-3) Sunday in Week 5. Kickoff from Gillette Stadium is scheduled for 1 p.m. ET (FOX). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Lions vs. Patriots, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

Both teams are on 2-game slides after losing their openers and winning in Week 2.

The big news is the Patriots will start 3rd-string rookie QB Bailey Zappe. Starter Mac Jones is out with an ankle injury – suffered during a 37-26 home loss in Week 3 to the Baltimore Ravens – and backup Brian Hoyer is on IR with a concussion – sustained in last week’s 27-24 OT loss at the Green Bay Packers.

Zappe played most of the Packers game, entering on the Patriots’ 2nd series when Hoyer was hurt. In his unexpected NFL debut, the 4th-round 2022 draft pick out of Western Kentucky completed 10 of 15 passes for 99 yards with a TD and no picks as New England, the NFL’s biggest underdog of the week, covered a 10-point spread in the loss.

Detroit lost 48-45 at home to the Seattle Seahawks in Week 4, failing to cover the spread for the 1st time this season. The Lions, who were 3-point favorites, couldn’t stop the Seahawks offense, which never had to punt and finished with 555 yards, including 235 on the ground. Detroit did have more 1st downs (19-14) and more passing yards (375-320), but it could never get over the hump after falling into a 7-0 hole on Seattle’s opening drive.

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Lions at Patriots odds

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Moneyline (ML): Lions +140 (bet $100 to win $140) | Patriots -165 (bet $165 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Lions +3.5 (-120) | Patriots -3.5 (-101)
Over/Under (O/U): 45.5 (O: -112 | U: -108)

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Lions at Patriots key injuries

Lions

C Evan Brown (ankle) questionable
WR DJ Chark (ankle) out
DL Charles Harris (groin) out
OL Jonah Jackson (finger) questionable
WR Josh Reynolds (ankle) questionable)
WR Amon-Ra St. Brown (ankle) questionable
RB D’Andre Swift (shoulder, ankle) out

Patriots

S/KR Kyle Dugger (knee) questionable
DL Lawrence Guy (shoulder) out
QB Brian Hoyer (concussion) out
QB Mac Jones (ankle) doubtful
LB Raekwon McMillan (thumb) questionable
WR Jakobi Meyers (knee) questionable
CB Jalen Mills (hamstring) questionable
S Adrian Phillips (ribs) questionable
TE Jonnu Smith (ankle) doubtful
OL Isaiah Wynn (hip) questionable

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Lions at Patriots picks and predictions

Prediction

Lions 31, Patriots 17

Moneyline

BET 0.25 UNITS ON DETROIT (+145).

The Lions haven’t won a road game since Week 13 of the 2020 season (at the Chicago Bears 34-30), but with the Patriots’ QB situation, Detroit has a distinct advantage Sunday.

While Zappe surprised many by keeping New England in last week’s game at Green Bay after Hoyer’s exit, the truth of the matter is the Packers are not that good.

Expect coach Dan Campbell to have the Lions more than ready for this game as they snap their road losing streak.

Against the spread

DETROIT +3.5 (-120) is the STRONGEST PLAY – usually 1½ times your usual wager, but let’s make it 1.25 TIMES since we’re playing a quarter unit on the ML.

ATS records: Lions 3-1 | Patriots 1-2-1

Be warned: Detroit’s defense is not good. It ranks last in yards (444.8) and points (35.3) allowed per game.

But I don’t see New England’s offense being productive with a backup to the backup QB.

Offensively, Detroit leads the NFL in yards (436.8) and points (35.0) per game. The Patriots are 19th (341.3 YPG) and 23rd (18.5 PPG), respectively.

Defensively, the Patriots allow 346.8 yards (19th) and 24.5 points (24th) per game.

Over/Under

BACK OVER 45.5 (-112) for 0.75 UNITS.

O/U records: Lions 4-0 | Patriots 2-2

If the Patriots had a more experienced QB, this would have been the “strongest play.” The line likely would be higher with a better New England QB, but the offensive and defensive stats mentioned above speak for themselves.

Plus, the Over is 7-0 in the last 7 Patriots’ home games, while it is 6-0 in the Lions’ last 6 games overall.

The reason for doubt in not playing a full unit is the question marks revolving around New England’s offense with Zappe under center.

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Seattle Seahawks at Detroit Lions odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Seattle Seahawks at Detroit Lions odds and lines, with expert NFL picks, predictions and best bets.

The Seattle Seahawks (1-2) are on the road in Week 4 to take on the Detroit Lions (1-2). Kickoff is Sunday at 1 p.m. ET at Ford Field (FOX). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Seahawks vs. Lions odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Seahawks have lost 2 straight after a season-opening 17-16 win. After scoring 24 combined points in the first 2 weeks of the season, they put up 23 in a 27-23 loss to the Falcons. QB Geno Smith had 325 passing yards and 2 touchdown passes, but the Falcons scored the game-winning touchdown with 35 seconds left in the game.

The Lions gave up 2 touchdowns in the final 8 minutes of their 28-24 loss to the Vikings last week. Their 2 losses are by a combined total of 7 points. Detroit is up against it this week without budding stars WR Amon-Ra St. Brown (ankle) and RB D’Andre Swift (shoulder, ankle).

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Seahawks at Lions odds

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Moneyline (ML): Seahawks +160 (bet $100 to win $160) | Lions -190 (bet $190 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Seahawks +3.5 (-108) | Lions -3.5 (-112)
Over/Under (O/U): 47.5 (O: -108 | U: -112)

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Seahawks at Lions key injuries

Seahawks

None affecting lines.

Lions

WR D.J. Chark (ankle) questionable
G Jonah Jackson (finger) out
WR Josh Reynolds (ankle) questionable
K Austin Seibert (groin) out
WR Amon-Ra St. Brown (ankle) out
RB D’Andre Swift (ankle, shoulder) out

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Seahawks at Lions picks and predictions

Prediction

Lions 24, Seahawks 20

Moneyline

The Seahawks managed to score some points against a porous Falcons defense. They will be able to do it again against a Lions defense that has allowed 27 or more in every game this season.

However, even though Swift and St. Brown are out, the Lions have been humming offensively, scoring 24 or more in every game. Expect RB Jamaal Williams to be featured heavily.

Take the LIONS (-190).

Against the spread

The Lions have covered the spread in all 3 games they have played this season. The Seahawks have lost by 4 points and 20 points in their 2 losses this season and are 1-2 ATS.

It is going to take 3 Seattle touchdowns to get close enough in this game. That won’t happen offensively, so unless you are counting on a special teams or defensive touchdown in addition to 2 offensive touchdowns, expect the Lions to cover.

Take the LIONS -3.5 (-112).

Over/Under

All 3 of the Lions’ games this season have hit the Over. Only 1 of the Seahawks’ 3 games have gone Over the projected total.

With Swift and St. Brown both out for Detroit, they will be closer to 20 points than 30 points and Seattle just doesn’t have enough juice in their offense to get into the mid to upper 20s.

Take UNDER 47.5 (-112).

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