On Monday night, the Detroit Lions will take on the San Francisco 49ers at Levi’s Stadium to conclude the NFL Week 17. The Detroit Lions played the Chicago Bears in the previous matchup, and are eager to keep reigning in the NFC North. Meanwhile, the San Francisco 49ers have been trailing at the bottom of the NFC West for most of the season, and took on the Rams last time out. The Detroit Lions will win this game as per the latest NFL betting odds.
The preview information
Date: December 30, Monday | Time: 8:15 p.m. Eastern Time
Location: Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara, California
TV: FOX
Stream: NFL+/Fubo TV
Detroit Lions Vs San Francisco 49ers Odds, Spread, Moneyline
Moneyline: Detroit Lions (-155) vs San Francisco 49ers (+130)
Spread: Detroit Lions -3 (-110) vs San Francisco 49ers +3 (-110)
Total (O/U): Detroit Lions (o51.5) vs San Francisco 49ers (u51.5)
*All odds are subject to change depending on the time of this posting
Detroit Lions
The Detroit Lions have been playing some really great football this season, and have been at the top of the NFC North for the majority of the year. Detroit has been boasting a very strong offense this year, gaining 20.5 points in every game played. The Lions have also been scoring much higher than their opponents in each matchup, showcasing their incredible attacking power. Detroit is on their way to the playoffs, and will play confidently here.
Players to watch:
Jared Goff: 3,759 Yds, 30 TD, 10 INT
Jahmyr Gibbs: 186 Car, 1,047 Yds, 11 TD
Amon-Ra St. Brown: 95 Rec, 1,056 Yds, 10 TD
San Francisco 49ers
The San Francisco 49ers managed to give hope to their fans and critics in the first few weeks of this NFL season, but since then has managed to dip in their performances. Their sub-par offense is not the only reason for San Francisco’s poor performances these past few games. The 49ers have suffered several injuries which have impacted their games. In the next few games, san Francisco’s value as a team will be closely tested.
Players to watch:
Brock Purdy: 3,174 Yds, 15 TD, 9 INT
Jordan Mason: 153 Car, 789 Yds, 3 TD
George Kittle: 60 Rec, 861 Yds, 8 TD
Detroit Lions Vs San Francisco 49ers Injury Report
Detroit Lions
Jalen Reeves-Maybin (LB) Injured – Neck
Amon-Ra St. Brown (WR) Injured – Rest
Kevin Zeitler (G) Injured – Rest
Isaiah Melifonwu (SAF) Injured – Hand
Brandon Branch (DB) Injured – Calf
Graham Glasgow (OL) Injured – Knee
David Montgomery (RB) Injured – Knee
Frank Ragnow (C) Injured – Rest
Zadarius Smith (DL) Injured – Rest
Tyler Nowaske (LB) Injured – Concussion
Taylor Decker (T) Injured – Rest
D.J. Reader (DL) Injured – Rest
San Francisco 49ers
Maurice Collins (DL) Injured – Illness
Jarrid Moore (OL) Injured – Hip
Jimmie Brown (SAF) Injured – Groin
Nick Zakelj (OL) Injured – Illness
Dorian Winters (LB) Injured – Neck
Mack Mustapha (SAF) Injured – Chest
Isaiah Guerendo (RB) Injured – Foot
Talanoa Hufanga (SAF) Injured – Wrist
Trent Williams (OT) Injured – Ankle
Dre Greenlaw (LB) Injured – Achilles
Darryl Flannigan-Fowles (LB) Injured – Knee
Nick Bosa (DL) Injured – Hip
Aaron Banks (OL) Injured – Elbow
Detroit Lions Vs San Francisco 49ers Betting Trends
Detroit Lions
Lions are 4-1 in their last 5 games.
Lions are 4-1 in their last 5 games against the spread
Lions are 5-1 in their road games against the spread
The totals have gone OVER in 2 of Lions’ last 5 games
The totals have gone OVER in 5 of Lions’ 8 last games at home
San Francisco 49ers
49ers are 2-3 in their last 5 games.
49ers are 2-3 in their last 5 games against the spread
49ers are 1-5 in their road games against the spread
The totals have gone OVER in 2 of 49ers’ last 5 games
The totals have gone OVER in 4 of 49ers’ 8 last games at home
Detroit Lions Vs San Francisco 49ers Summary and Prediction
The Detroit Lions are definitely stronger as a team in this pairing, and will easily dominate the 49ers here. San Francisco’s poor offense will be no match in this game. The best NFL betting trends favor the Detroit Lions to win with a predicted score of 31-22.
Moneyline: Lions (-155)
Spread: Under 3
Total: Over 51.5
Predicted Score: 31-22, Lions win.
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