The Detroit Lions are hosting the Green Bay Packers in this NFC North divisional showdown. The Lions are coming off a win last week against the Chicago Bears on Thanksgiving 23-20. The Green Bay Packers are also coming off a win last week against the Miami Dolphins 30-17. With the Packers only two games back from the Lions, this is a big game for both teams. Will the Lions extend their winning streak to 11 games or will the Packers hand Detroit their second loss of the season? Let’s dive straight into this game and cook up a winner!
Green Bay Packers vs. Detroit Lions Odds
| Team | Spread | Total | Money Line |
| Green Bay Packers | +3.5 (-118) | Over 51.5 (-110) | +150 |
| Detroit Lions | -3.5 (-104) | Under 51.5 (-110) | -178 |
| **Odds Subject to Change** | |||
Green Bay Packers vs. Detroit Lions Match Details
- Fixture: Green Bay Packers @ Detroit Lions
- Date and Time: December 5th, 2024
Key Stats
Green Bay Packers
The Green Bay Packers are coming off a dominating win last week against the Miami Dolphins, 30-17. Jordan Love was great in the game by completing 21 of 28 passes for 274 passing yards and 2 touchdowns. Josh Jacobs was excellent with 117 yards from scrimmage, 43 rushing and 74 receiving.
Tight end Tucker Kraft led the team in catches and receiving yards with 78 yards on 6 catches. If the Packers are going to win this game against the Lions, this offense needs to continue to be the top-five rushing attack they have been this season.
The Packers’ defense has been above average this season. They are ranked 9th in points allowed per game, 17th in passing yards allowed per game, 8th in rushing yards allowed per game, 12th in offensive touchdowns allowed per game, 12th in sacks, and 4th in takeaways per game.
Green Bay’s defense will be without all-pro cornerback Jaire Alexander who is missing his second consecutive game with a knee injury. That is a massive loss going against your division rival and a team that is 5th in the NFL in terms of passing yards per game.
Detroit Lions
The Detroit Lions defeated the Chicago Bears last week, 23-20. Jared Goff was solid in the game against Chicago, completing 21 of 34 passes for 221 yards and 2 touchdowns. The dynamic duo in the backfield of Detroit of David Montgomery and Jahmyr Gibbs feasted. They combined for 228 yards from scrimmage, 175 rushing yards, and 53 receiving yards.
Amon-Ra St. Brown continued his solid play. He caught 5 passes for 73 yards. This offense has been the best all season. They rank in the top five in points per game, passing yards per game, offensive touchdowns scored, and yards per play.
This defense has been one of the best defenses this season. Detroit’s defense is ranked 2nd in points allowed per game, 25th in passing yards allowed per game, 5th in rushing yards allowed per game, 1st in offensive touchdowns allowed, 14th in sacks, and 6th in takeaways per game.
Despite the great numbers, they are without several defensive players who suffered injuries against the Bears. DJ Reader and Malcolm Rodriguez aren’t household names but were playing at high levels and will be missed in this game going against a top-five rushing attack in the NFL.
Prediction
The Detroit Lions will beat the Green Bay Packers and cover the spread in this game. Despite the injuries, the Lions have been one of the best teams all season long. Playing at home is a big advantage for the Lions. The atmosphere is as electric as it’s ever been. I think that Jaire Alexander missing this game will be huge for a defense that is middle of the pack in terms of passing yards allowed per game, going against a team that is top five in passing yards per game. Detroit jumps out to an early lead and forces the Packers to abandon the run early. Lions win 27-20 and move to 12-1 on the season.
