The Green Bay Packers and Detroit Lions are ready to face off again in a crucial NFC North clash that could carry major playoff implications. Both teams met in Week 9 when the Lions won, 24-14 at Lambeau Field. But since then, the Packers have put together a three-game win streak and their only loss in the last eight weeks was to this Lions team. The Detroit Lions aim to strengthen their hold on the NFC North division, while the Green Bay Packers hope to make a push for contention being just a few games behind.
Packers Vs Lions Betting Odds
Moneyline: Green Bay Packers (+152) vs Detroit Lions (-180)
Spread: Green Bay Packers +3.5 (-112) vs Detroit Lions -3.5 (-108)
Total O/U: OVER 51.5 (-110) | UNDER 51.5 (-110)
*All odds are subject to change depending on the time of this posting*
Green Bay Packers
The Green Bay Packers season has been defined by growth and perseverance as they adapt to a new era with Jordan Love stepping into the starting quarterback role. This season the Packers have experienced both moments of promise and the inevitable growing pains of a young roster. Heading into Week 14, the Green Bay Packers are third in the NFC North with a record of 9-3. They have the third-highest average of 382.9 yards per game. Josh Jacobs has been a game-changer for the Packers’ rush attack this season. Jacobs is the 3rd place leader in rushing yards with 987. Green Bay is averaging 148.5 rushing yards per game which is the 5th most in the league. This game is a must if they want to win the division.
Green Bay Trends
Packers are 7-1 in their last eight games.
Packers are 1-2 in division games.
Packers are 4-1 in away games.
Packers are 6-6 against the spread.
The total points have gone UNDER in 4 of Packer’s last six games.
Josh Jacobs has had OVER 70+ total yards in 11 out of 12 games.
Jordan Love has thrown OVER 200+ passing yards in eight out of 10 games.
Detroit Lions
The Detroit Lions have emerged as one of, if not the most exciting teams this season. They sit atop the NFC North and lead the entire NFC with an 11-1 record. They’ve captured attention with their trick plays, fourth down conversions, and averaging the most points at 31.9 per game. They also have the second-highest average of 395.2 yards per game making them possibly the best and most balanced offense in the league. Despite the plague of injuries on the defensive side of the ball, they only give up 16.9 points per game, the second-fewest in the league. This week 14 rivalry matchup at Ford Field could solidify their control of the division and their path to a high playoff seed.
Lions Trends
Lions are 18-4 in the last 22 games.
Lions are on a 10-game win streak.
Lions are 3-0 in division games.
Lions are 5-1 in home games.
Lions are 9-3 against the spread.
The total points have gone OVER in five of Lions’ last nine games.
Jahmyr Gibbs has had OVER 70+ total yards every game this season.
David Montgomery has had OVER 40+ total yards in 11 out of 12 games.
Jared Goff has thrown OVER 200+ passing yards in nine out of 12 games.
Predictions and Bets
This Packers team has only lost to the other top three teams in the NFC, to the Eagles in Brazil for their first game, to the Vikings, and to the Lions. These teams have a combined record of 31-5. Green Bay is right behind the Lions in a lot of offensive categories. When they played each other in Week 9, Green Bay outgained Detroit in total yards 411-261 but was one-for-four in red zone trips. The Lions will be playing for the 3rd time in just 11 days. Detroit has suffered even more injuries on the defensive line when Levi Onwuzurike and Josh Paschal both went down on Thanksgiving Day. With the Packers also needing this game if they hope to win the division and Jordan Love being much healthier this time, I think Green Bay hands their rivals their second loss on the season. In this Packers vs Lions game, you can expect a high-scoring affair.
Best Bets and Alternate Props
Green Bay to cover the spread of +3.5 (-112).
Total points OVER 51.5 (-110).
Jordan Love (GB) has 200+ alt passing yards (-420).
Josh Jacobs 70+ alt rushing and receiving yards (-220).
David Montgomery 40+ alt rushing and receiving yards (-550).
Jahmyr Gibbs 70+ alt rushing and receiving yards (-220).
Broadcast Information
Date: Thursday, December 5
Time: 8:15 PM ET
Location: Ford Field, Detroit, Michigan
Stream: Amazon Prime Video
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