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Baltimore Ravens at Detroit Lions odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing the Baltimore Ravens at Detroit Lions Week 3 odds and lines, with expert NFL picks, predictions and best bets.

The Baltimore Ravens (1-1) and Detroit Lions (0-2) meet Sunday at Ford Field. Kickoff is scheduled for 1 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the Ravens at Lions odds and lines, and make our best NFL picks, predictions and bets.

The Ravens are flying high after a comeback victory on Sunday Night Football against the Kansas City Chiefs, 36-35. QB Lamar Jackson took over, and ran for two touchdowns, as the Ravens erased a 35-24 deficit in the final 15 minutes.

The Lions also played in prime time, but they were dropped 35-17 at Lambeau Field against the Green Bay Packers on Monday Night Football. The Lions have coughed up 38.0 PPG, ranking 31st in the NFL, and the Over has cashed in each outing.

Ravens at Lions odds, spread and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 11:00 a.m. ET.

Money line: Ravens -370 (bet $370 to win $100) | Lions +280 (bet $100 to win $280)
Against the spread (ATS): Ravens -7.5 (-110) | Lions +7.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 50.5 (O: -112 | U: -108)

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Ravens at Lions key injuries

Ravens

WR Marquise Brown (ankle) questionable
OT Ronnie Stanley (ankle) out
CB Jimmy Smith (ankle) questionable
DB DeShon Elliott (concussion) questionable

Lions

OLB Trey Flowers (shoulder) questionable
OLB Romeo Okwara (shoulder) questionable
DE Michael Brockers (shoulder) questionable
RB D’Andre Swift (groin) questionable
WR Tyrell Williams (concussion) questionable
K Austin Seibert (COVID) out
WR Tyrell Williams (concussion) IR-out

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Ravens at Lions odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Ravens 38, Lions 20

Money line

The Ravens (-370) will cost you four times your potential return, and that’s just too expensive in the NFL, particularly on a road team.

AVOID, and look to the spread instead.

Against the spread

The RAVENS -7.5 (-110) are favored by my least favorite number. Seven and a hook is great when playing the underdog, but I cannot stand it on a favorite.

That being said, I like it here. The Lions +7.5 (-110) have been decent enough on offense, but they have yet to play a full 60 minutes in two outings. They have been so-so against the run, and that’s never good when facing a talent like Jackson. He is going to go off in his first-ever showing in Motown.

Over/Under

The OVER 50.5 (-112) is the play in this AFC-NFC matchup.

The Lions have allowed 38.0 PPG, and that’s not good against the likes of the Ravens, who just dropped 36 points on the Chiefs in a marquee game. And Detroit has racked up 25.0 PPG, so they can hold their own on offense. I expect the Over to be in the bag by the early part of the fourth quarter at the latest.

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NFL Week 1 Can’t-Miss Parlay: 3 bets you can count on

Assessing the 3 best parlay bet options for Week 1 of the 2021 NFL season. Lock-in these wagers to maximize your payday.

The 2021 NFL season got off to a flying start Thursday night as Tom Brady and the defending-champion Tampa Bay Buccaneers outduel Dak Prescott and the Dallas Cowboys.

Even if you missed on the Cowboys cover or the over, which flew past the total in the third quarter, there remain plenty of other prime Week 1 wagering opportunities with 15 games remaining. Here’s a three-leg, can’t-miss parlay to give your NFL bankroll an opening-week boost …

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NFL can’t miss parlay: Week 1

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:05 a.m. ET.

Leg 1: San Francisco 49ers -8.5 (-110) at Detroit Lions

At 6-10 in 2020, the Niners only won one more game than the Lions, but the franchises have been moving in opposite directions ever since. Head coach Kyle Shanahan’s crew in San Francisco has almost all of its primary players, including QB Jimmy Garoppolo, TE George Kittle and defensive standout Nick Bosa back and healthy after enduring the league’s worst injury situation in 2020.

They’ve also added some intriguing new pieces in rookie QB Trey Lance and RB Trey Sermon, making Shanahan’s daunting offensive schemes even more dangerous and unpredictable heading into Week 1’s clean slate.

The Lions, meanwhile, downgraded quarterbacks in trading longtime starter Matthew Stafford for Jared Goff, questionably handed over the squad to a quirky and unproven head coach in Dan Campbell and didn’t do nearly enough to shore up a defense that was scorched for the most average points (32.4) and total yards (419.8) per game in 2020.

Take the reinvigorated 49ERS and don’t fret over laying the 8.5 points on the road.

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Leg 2: Miami Dolphins at New England Patriots UNDER 43.5 (-110)

Two young quarterbacks, including Pats rookie Mac Jones making his first start.

Two coaching staffs who know each other very well, including Patriots-defensive-coordinator-turned-Dolphins-head-coach Brian Flores.

Two above-average defenses, including the reinforced and revitalized Pats.

Two 2020 matchups that produced totals of 32 and 34 points.

We’re going with the UNDER 43.5 (-110).

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Leg 3: Denver Broncos -3.5 (+105) at New York Giants

Both teams finished among the league’s bottom 12 a season ago, but the Broncos look to have made the most significant offseason strides.

The Giants’ injury-wracked offense, featuring turnover-prone QB Daniel Jones and one of the league’s worst offensive lines, looks to be overmatched against an improved Denver D returning Von Miller and featuring what looks to be one of the league’s elite secondaries.

So, if new QB Teddy Bridgewater can just bring a steady hand to the team’s talented young offense, the BRONCOS shouldn’t have too much trouble covering a road spread of 3.5 points (-135).

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Total parlay payout

Bet $100 to win $647.14

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San Francisco 49ers at Detroit Lions odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing the San Francisco 49ers at Detroit Lions Week 1 odds and lines, with expert NFL picks, predictions and best bets.

The Detroit Lions host the San Francisco 49ers for their Week 1 regular season openers at Ford Field with kickoff scheduled for 1 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the 49ers at Lions odds and lines, and make our best NFL picks, predictions and bets.

San Francisco’s 2020 season was your standard “Super Bowl loser curse” as the 49ers finished 6-10 due in large part to a plethora of injuries to their starting lineup. San Francisco had by far the most adjusted games lost to injury, according to Football Outsiders.

Detroit moves into a new era after parting ways with head coach Matt Patricia and granting Matthew Stafford’s trade request by sending him to the Los Angeles Rams for QB Jared Goff and draft capital.

The Lions finished in the cellar of the NFC North with a 5-11 record and missed the playoffs for the fourth consecutive season.

49ers at Lions odds, spread and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 11:16 a.m. ET.

Money line: 49ers -450 (bet $450 to win $100) | Lions +330 (bet $100 to win $330)
Against the spread (ATS): 49ers -8.5 (-112) | Lions +8.5 (-108)
Over/Under (O/U): 45.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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49ers at Lions key injuries

49ers

DT Javon Kinlaw (knee) doubtful
CB Emmanuel Moseley (knee) doubtful

Lions

LT Taylor Decker (finger) out
DE Michael Brockers (shoulder) questionable

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49ers at Lions odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

49ers 24, Lions 20

Money line

PASS with a slight “lean” to the Lions (+330) because I love the value with their spread and, generally like to sprinkle on an underdog’s money line when taking them plus points.

Against the spread

Everyone and their grandmother is betting the 49ers -8.5, adding their money line as an odds booster to their parlay and teasing San Francisco down to a better number.

However, it’s typically profitable fading lopsided betting markets and heavy favorites in the NFL, especially early in the season. It’s rare that a road team is favored more than a touchdown in Week 1.

Road teams getting at least 7.5 points in Week 1 are 3-1 ATS since 2011, and the pricing makes the 49ers-Lions contest comparable to those games. Each contest pitted a preseason Super Bowl-favorite against a team expected to finish in the basement of the NFL standings. This spot is no different.

However, I have a hunch new Detroit head coach Dan Campbell will have his guys ready to play in Week 1. Campbell has a completely different vibe than Patricia and he’ll rally the Lions around the “nobody believes in us” narrative.

I’m skeptical San Francisco’s regains its defensive form from 2019 because the secondary is older and thinner and former defensive coordinator Robert Saleh was hired for head coaching vacancy with the New York Jets. Detroit’s offensive line has some talent and can keep Goff upright long enough for the Lions to have success on offense.

GIMME the LIONS +8.5 (-108) for 1 unit.

Over/Under

Slight “LEAN” to the UNDER 45.5 (-105) for a one-third unit since my predicted score isn’t that far off of Tipico’s listed total.

I’m expecting San Francisco to struggle a tad out of the gate offensively because it’ll need to knock the rust off since QB Jimmy Garoppolo and many of his weapons missed most of last year with injuries.

If 49ers-Lions is as one-sided as the market action then UNDER 45.5 (-105) could serve as a slight hedge for our Detroit wager if San Francisco dominates. The 49ers ranked 25th and 29th in pace over the past two seasons, according to Football Outsiders.

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Indianapolis Colts at Detroit Lions odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing the Indianapolis Colts at Detroit Lions preseason Week 3 matchup, with NFL odds, lines, picks, predictions and best bets.

The Indianapolis Colts (2-0) meet the Detroit Lions (0-2) Friday for a 7 p.m. ET kickoff at Ford Field. Below, we look at the Colts vs. Lions odds and lines, and make our best NFL picks, predictions and bets.

The Colts scratched out a 12-10 road win against the Minnesota Vikings in their second preseason game, winning outright as 1.5-point underdogs. They pushed as three-point favorites in their preseason opener Aug. 15 against the Carolina Panthers. Indianapolis has allowed 14.0 PPG in the two outings.

The Lions had a late fourth-quarter rally with reserves in week 2 of the preseason, rattling off 20 points to grab a backdoor cover in Pittsburgh. That was fine for bettors, but they fell behind 23-0 with guys who are competing to make the team and that’s a problem.

Colts at Lions odds, spread and lines

Odds via Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Thursday at 7:35 a.m. ET.

Money line: Colts -133 (bet $133 to win $100) | Lions +110 (bet $100 to win $110)
Against the spread/ATS: Colts -2.5 (-112) | Lions +2.5 (-108)
Total: 33.5 (Over: -107 | Under: -115)

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Colts at Lions odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Colts 19, Lions 13

Money line

The COLTS (-133) have been finding a way to win games in the preseason with the first- and second-team offenses managing to cobble together scoring drives. That’s a good sign and it’s something we haven’t seen from the Lions yet.

Just play the Colts straight up as they’re not terribly expensive for a team looking to stay perfect in preseason play.

Against the spread

The COLTS -2.5 (-112) actually won their two preseason games by an average of 2.5 points, so do with that what you will. The offense has moved the ball well in the early game, and the defense was markedly better in Minnesota than in their opener – and that’s the biggest thing to take away here.

The Lions have really struggled and that’s likely going to be a theme again in 2021.

Over/Under

UNDER 33.5 (-115) is the play in this preseason finale. While the Colts have been marching the ball up and down the field on offense, especially early in games, they have settled for a lot of field goals.

The Lions scored 20 last time out but that was mostly with guys who aren’t likely to make the final roster. The starters have done nothing to date.

Play the Under.

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Indianapolis Colts at Detroit Lions odds and lines: Colts look to end preseason undefeated

Looking at the NFL odds and lines for Friday’s Indianapolis Colts at Detroit Lions preseason Week 3 matchup.

The Indianapolis Colts (2-0) travel to meet the Detroit Lions (0-2) in their preseason finale Friday. Kickoff at Ford Field is set for 7 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the Colts vs. Lions odds and lines; check back for our NFL picks and predictions.

The Colts scratched out a 12-10 road victory against the Minnesota Vikings last week, kicking a field goal in each of the four quarters. QB Jacob Eason played well, going 16-for-27 for 132 yards, while rookie QB Sam Ehlinger tossed 2 interceptions in place of the injured QB Carson Wentz.

The Lions fell behind 23-0 on the road against the Pittsburgh Steelers but their reserves outscored the home side 20-3 in the fourth quarter to grab the backdoor cover as the Over connected.

Colts at Lions: Odds, spread and lines

Odds via Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Tuesday at 8:45 a.m. ET.

Money line: Colts -180 (bet $180 to win $100) | Lions +145 (bet $100 to win $145)
Against the spread/ATS: Off the board (OTB)
Total: 32.5 Over -115 (bet $115 to win $100) | Under -105 (bet $105 to win $100)

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2021 Preseason Betting stats:

ATS: Colts 2-0 | Lions 1-1
O/U: Colts 1-1 | Lions 1-1

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The Colts are road favorites with an implied win probability of 64.29%. Their -180 money line odds can be expressed as a fraction of 5/9 or a decimal of 1.56.

The Lions’ +145 odds represent an implied win probability of 40.82%.

The Colts and Lions must combine to score 33 or more points for a bet on the Over 32.5 to cash. A total of 32 or fewer points is a win for the Under. The odds price the Over as the more likely result on the projected total.

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Detroit Lions at Pittsburgh Steelers odds and lines: Steelers eye 3-0 start

Assessing the odds and lines for Saturday’s Detroit Lions at Pittsburgh Steelers NFL preseason Week 2 matchup.

The Detroit Lions (0-1) visit the Pittsburgh Steelers (2-0) Saturday of Week 2 in the NFL preseason. Kickoff at Heinz Field will be at 7:30 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the Lions vs. Steelers odds and lines.

The Steelers are a league-best 2-0 this preseason thanks to a 16-3 win over the Dallas Cowboys in the Hall of Fame Game and a 24-16 victory over the intrastate-rival Philadelphia Eagles. A win or tie Saturday would clinch Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin his fourth straight winning preseason campaign.

The Lions started a new era with a narrow 16-15 home loss to the Buffalo Bills Friday. New QB Jared Goff went 7-for-9 for 56 yards with no touchdowns or interceptions.

Lions at Steelers: Odds, spread and line

Odds via Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Tuesday at 6:05 a.m. ET.

Money line: Lions +250 (bet $100 to win $250) | Steelers -320 (bet $320 to win $100)
Against the spread/ATS: Lions +6.5, -110 (bet $110 to win $100) | Steelers -6.5, -110 (bet $110 to win $100)
Total: 37.5, Over -115 (bet $115 to win $100) | Under -105 (bet $105 to win $100)

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2020 betting stats:

ATS: Lions 7-9 | Steelers 10-7
O/U: Lions 10-6 | Steelers 8-7-2

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The Steelers are the biggest favorites of the preseason Week 2 lines. Their -320 money line odds represent an implied win probability of 76.19%. A win by 7 or more points would cash a -6.5 (-110) against the spread bet.

The Lions are being given just a 28.57% chance of beating the Steelers, according to the odds. They can cover the spread by staying within 6 points in a loss or winning outright in an upset.

A point total of 38 or more would cash Over 37.5 (-115) tickets, while a total of 37 or fewer points is a win for Under (-105) bettors.

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Buffalo Bills at Detroit Lions odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing the Buffalo Bills at Detroit Lions preseason Week 1 matchup, with NFL odds, lines, picks, predictions and best bets.

The Buffalo Bills are in the Motor City Friday night for their preseason opener against the Detroit Lions. Kickoff will be at 7 p.m. ET at Ford Field. Below, we look at the Bills at Lions odds and lines, and make our best NFL picks, predictions and bets.

The Bills will take a more cautious approach to this game than the Lions. Buffalo is not expected to play the majority of its starters, including QB Josh Allen. Lions starters will play about a quarter, so this will be our first look at QB Jared Goff with his new team.

Buffalo is coming off a season in which it reached the AFC Championship Game, only to lose to the Kansas City Chiefs. Allen was a Pro Bowler and one of the best quarterbacks in football, getting rewarded with a massive extension this offseason.

The Lions are currently in a rebuild after trading away QB Matthew Stafford for Goff and draft picks. Expectations are low for Dan Campbell’s team in his first year as a head coach.

Bills at Lions odds, spread and lines

Odds via Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:50 a.m. ET.

Money line: Bills +100 (bet $100 to win $100) | Lions -125 (bet $125 to win $100)
Against the spread/ATS: Bills +1.5 (-105) | Lions -1.5 (-115)
Total: 36.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Bills at Lions odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Bills 17, Lions 14

Money line

The Bills aren’t going to play their primary starters, but it won’t just be backups on the field. Players who are battling for starting jobs could see some action, which will help Buffalo in this game.

Detroit is expected to be one of the worst teams in football and with this being Campbell’s first game, I’m not expecting a whole lot out of Goff and the Lions offense. Bet the BILLS (+100) at even money.

Against the spread

It’s hard to predict preseason games, especially the first preseason game of the year when most starters don’t play or stay on the field only for a brief time. The Bills have the better roster from top to bottom, with Detroit lacking talent even in its starting lineup.

Bet the BILLS +1.5 (-105) to cover the spread and even win outright on the road.

Over/Under

Preseason openers are typically low-scoring, with two of the first three games this year totaling 35 or fewer points. The Lions don’t have much in the way of an offense, and Buffalo’s backup quarterbacks leave a lot to be desired, led by QB Mitchell Trubisky.

Don’t expect many points to be put up on the board, especially with Buffalo’s defense looking strong on paper – even in the second unit. Bet the UNDER 36.5 (-110).

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Buffalo Bills at Detroit Lions odds and lines: QB Jared Goff makes unofficial Lions debut

Looking at Friday’s Buffalo Bills at Detroit Lions NFL preseason odds and lines.

The Buffalo Bills made it within one game of the Super Bowl last season and seek to unseat the two-time defending AFC champion Kansas City Chiefs. Their quest begins this week in their preseason opener against the Detroit Lions.

Meanwhile, the Lions will give QB Jared Goff his unofficial debut with the team. Goff was acquired from the Los Angeles Rams in the trade that sent QB Matthew Stafford to California.

This preseason opener for both teams will kick off Friday night at 7 p.m. ET at Ford Field in Detroit. Below, we look at the Bills at Lions odds and lines.

Bills at Lions: Odds, spread and line

Odds via Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Monday at 1:20 p.m. ET.

Money line: Bills -133 (bet $133 to win $100) | Lions +110 (bet $100 to win $110)
Against the spread/ATS: Bills -2.5, -105 (bet $105 to win $100) | Lions +2.5, -115 (bet $115 to win $100)
Total: 36.5, Over -125 (bet $125 to win $100) | Under +100 (bet $100 to win $100)

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2020 Betting stats:

ATS: Bills 12-7 | Lions 7-9
O/U: Bills 12-6-1 | Lions 10-6

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The Lions, at +110 odds, have an implied 46.72% chance of winning, or 11/10 fractional odds. If Detroit wins outright or loses by less than a field goal, a Lions +2.5 (-105) ATS bet wins.

The Bills (-130) have an implied 57.08% chance of beating the Lions, or 100/133 fractional odds. Buffalo must win by at least three points for a Bills -2.5 (-115) ATS ticket to cash.

There would need to be at least 37 points scored Friday for an OVER 36.5 (-125) ticket to cash, while a combined point total of 36 or fewer points is a win for the Under (+100).

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Minnesota Vikings at Detroit Lions odds, picks and prediction

Previewing the Minnesota Vikings at Detroit Lions Week 17 betting odds and lines, with NFL betting picks, tips and predictions.

In a disappointing season for both teams, the Minnesota Vikings (6-9) travel to play the Detroit Lions (5-10) Sunday of Week 17. Kickoff is scheduled for 1 p.m. ET at Ford Field with last place in the NFC North on the line. Below, we preview the Vikings-Lions betting odds and lines and make our NFL picks and predictions.

Vikings at Lions: Betting odds, spread and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 4:18 a.m. ET.

Money line: Vikings -300 (bet $300 to win $100) | Lions +240 (bet $100 to win $240)
Against the spread/ATS: Vikings -7 (-105) | Lions +7 (-115)
Over/Under: 54.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Vikings at Lions: Game notes

The Vikings are 0-6 ATS in their last six games.
The Lions are 3-6 ATS in their last nine games.
The total has hit the Over in nine of Minnesota’s last 13 games.
Detroit is just 1-10 straight-up in its last 11 home games.
Minnesota is 6-0 ATS in its last six games against Detroit.
The Lions have hit the Over in four of their last five games against NFC North Division opponents

Vikings at Lions: Key injuries

Vikings

RB Dalvin Cook (death of father) out
K Dan Bailey questionable
CB Cameron Dantzler (hamstring) out
DE Jalyn Holmes (groin) out
CB Chris Jones (groin) out
LB Eric Kendricks (calf) out
DE Ifeadi Odenigbo (chest) out
OT Riley Reiff (reserve/COVID-19 list) questionable

Lions

QB Matthew Stafford (right thumb, rib, ankle) questionable
LB Jamie Collins (neck) questionable
OT Tyrell Crosby (ankle) out
OG Joe Dahl (back) out
WR Kenny Golladay (hip) out
C Frank Ragnow (throat) questionable

Vikings at Lions: Odds, betting lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Minnesota 24, Detroit 20

Money line (?)

Minnesota (-300) is a healthy favorite because the belief is that Detroit will be without Stafford. Why risk a veteran player who is going to have a new coaching staff next season for a game that is truly meaningless? Minnesota should win on superior talent, but it’s not worth risking 3 times your potential return. AVOID.

Against the spread (?)

Minnesota is going to be without Cook and likely Reiff, two of the five most important players on the Vikings offense. Plus, Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer called the defense the first bad defense he has ever coached. Minnesota has enough horses to win, but if you’re giving me the Lions and a touchdown, I’ll take LIONS +7 (-115).

Over/Under (?)

It’s surprising that the O/U is hovering at 54.5 with Cook out and Stafford likely out. They are arguably the two most important players to their respective offenses. Plus, both defenses are generally awful. You get the feeling that this is a classic Week 17 game where teams are going to make “business decisions” and protect their players by sitting them or taking them out early in a game with no meaning. Can we assume that this won’t be a 31-28 game? Yes. Take the UNDER 54.5 (-110).

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Detroit Lions odds, picks and prediction

Previewing the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Detroit Lions Week 16 betting odds and lines, with NFL betting picks, tips and predictions.

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers (9-5) visit the Detroit Lions (5-9) Saturday for a 1 p.m. ET kickoff at Ford Field. Below, we preview the Buccaneers-Lions betting odds and lines and make our NFL picks and predictions.

Buccaneers at Lions: Betting odds, spread and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:54 a.m. ET.

Money line: Buccaneers -500 (bet $500 to win $100) | Lions +375 (bet $100 to win $375)
Against the spread/ATS: Buccaneers -10 (-110) | Lions +10 (-110)
Over/Under: 54.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Buccaneers at Lions: Game notes

The Buccaneers picked up a road victory last Sunday at the Atlanta Falcons 31-27, although they failed to cover. Tampa is on a roll away from home, winning four straight on the road, covering in two of those outings. The Over has cashed in all four of those games, too.
Tampa Bay has posted a 2-6-1 ATS record in the past nine seasons in Week 16 games. However, the Bucs are an impressive 10-3-2 ATS in the previous 15 in the month of December. They’re also 5-2 ATS in the past seven games following a non-cover in the previous week.
The Lions are on a two-game skid after winning 34-30 at the Chicago Bears in Week 13. It was their first game under interim head coach Darrell Bevell. Detroit lost at the Tennessee Titans 46-25 last weekend with the Over cashing.
The Over is 3-1 in the past four games for the Lions, and 6-2 across their past eight. Their defense, or lack thereof, is a big reason for the Overs. They have allowed 33.8 PPG across the past eight outings, while the offense has scored 20 or more points in seven of those games.
The Bucs defense ranks first in rushing yards per game allowed (77.8) and sixth in total YPG allowed (333.1).

Buccaneers at Lions: Key injuries

Buccaneers

CB Carlton Davis (groin) doubtful

Lions

OL Tyrell Crosby (ankle) out
LB Jamie Collins (neck) questionable
T Taylor Decker (groin) questionable
WR Kenny Golladay (hip) out
S Jayron Kearse (hip) questionable
PK Matt Prater (back) questionable
C Frank Ragnow (throat) questionable
QB Matthew Stafford (rib, thumb) questionable
CB Darryl Roberts (hip) questionable
OT Halapoulivaati Vaitai (concussion) questionable

Buccaneers at Lions: Odds, betting lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Buccaneers 40, Lions 20

Money line (?)

The Buccaneers (-500) have been money on the road, but risking five times your potential return on an away team is just not a good strategy. AVOID.

Against the spread (?)

The BUCCANEERS -10 (-110) might have an issue in their secondary, as Davis is unlikely to play. But Stafford, if he even plays for Lions, will again be without his top weapon in WR Golladay. The Lions defense has been toasted repeatedly over the past couple of months, and that’s a huge reason why Matt Patricia is no longer the coach of this team. Make some bucks on the BUCS (-10)!

Over/Under (?)

OVER 54.5 (-115) is the play, as the Lions defense has been awful lately. Things do not appear likely to get better with the Bucs rolling in ranked sixth in the league with 268.4 passing YPG with three stud wideouts in Antonio Brown, Chris Godwin and Mike Evans. Tampa Bay will do plenty of damage against the Detroit defense in the Motor City.

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Also see:

Tampa Bay’s hopes of NFC South title gone after New Orleans beats Minnesota (Bucs Wire)
NFL badly missteps in refusing to reschedule Tampa Bay-Detroit game (Lions Wire)

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