Lions vs Packers Prediction, Odds & Best Prop Bets โ€“ NFL, Week 9

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Green Bay Packers' Jordan Love warms up before an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr)
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BetMGM Betting @BETMGM Nov 01, 2024, 3:30 PM
  • The Lions are -3.5 point favorites vs the Packers
  • Total (Over/Under): 48.5 points
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The Detroit Lions (6-1-0) visit Lambeau Field to take on the Green Bay Packers (6-2-0) on Nov. 3. Kickoff is scheduled for 4:25pm EDT in Green Bay, WI.

The Lions are betting favorites in this matchup, with the spread sitting at -2.5 (-115).

The Lions vs. Packers Over/Under is 48 total points for the game.

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Lions vs. Packers Odds, Spread, Over/Under

SpreadTotal (O/U)Moneyline
Lions-2.5 -11548 -110-145
Packers +2.5 -10548 -110+120

Lions vs. Packers Prediction

The winning team model predicts the Lions will win this game with 60.0% confidence, based on game simulations, player injuries, offensive & defensive matchups and recent game results.

Lions vs Packers Spread Prediction

Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the model predicts the Lions will cover the spread with 55.0% confidence.

This prediction against the spread factors in ATS performances for both teams, opening and current betting lines plus public and sharp money already wagered on this matchup.


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We’ve highlighted some favorite NFL player prop bets for Lions players this playoff game, looking at profitable historical betting trends:

Best Lions Player Prop Bets Today

  • Jahmyr Gibbs has hit the Rushing Yards Over in 14 of his last 19 games (+8.55 Units / 39% ROI)
  • Jahmyr Gibbs has hit the Longest Rush Over in 9 of his last 10 games (+7.95 Units / 68% ROI)
  • Jahmyr Gibbs has hit the Longest Reception Under in 8 of his last 9 games (+6.45 Units / 53% ROI)
  • Jared Goff has hit the Passing Yards Over in 13 of his last 19 games (+6.20 Units / 29% ROI)
  • Jahmyr Gibbs has hit the Carries Over in 12 of his last 18 games (+5.05 Units / 24% ROI)

And here are some top NFL player prop bets for Packers players for this matchup, looking at profitable historical betting trends:

Best Packers Player Prop Best Bets Today

  • Jordan Love has hit the TD Passes Over in 14 of his last 17 games (+12.65 Units / 58% ROI)
  • Dontayvion Wicks has hit the Receptions Over in 8 of his last 9 games at home (+7.60 Units / 69% ROI)
  • Jayden Reed has hit the Receptions Over in 13 of his last 18 games (+7.40 Units / 34% ROI)
  • Dontayvion Wicks has hit the Receiving Yards Over in 8 of his last 9 games at home (+7.00 Units / 72% ROI)
  • Jordan Love has hit the Passing Yards Over in 12 of his last 17 games (+6.20 Units / 31% ROI)

First Touchdown Scorer Bet for Packers vs Lions

Player Name 1st TD Odds
David Montgomery (Det) +525
Jahmyr Gibbs (Det) +550
Josh Jacobs (GB) +600
Amon-Ra St Brown (DET) +750

Anytime Touchdown Scorer Bet for Packers vs Lions

Player Name Anytime TD Odds
David Montgomery (Det) -140
Jahmyr Gibbs (Det) -120
Josh Jacobs (GB) -120
Amon-Ra St Brown (DET) +105
Sam LaPorta (Det) +140

Receiving Props: Total Receiving Yards for Packers vs Lions

Player Name Over Under
Jahmyr Gibbs (DET) 20.5 -110 20.5 -120
Sam LaPorta (DET) 41.5 -120 41.5 -110
David Montgomery (DET) 6.5 -120 6.5 -110
Amon-Ra St. Brown (DET) 72.5 -120 72.5 -110

Rushing Props: Total Rushing Yards for Packers vs Lions

Player Name Over Under
David Montgomery (DET) 56.5 -115 56.5 -115
Jahmyr Gibbs (DET) 66.5 -120 66.5 -115
  • The Detroit Lions have hit the 3Q Game Total Over in 17 of their last 19 games (+14.80 Units / 63% ROI)
  • The Detroit Lions have covered the Spread in 17 of their last 21 games (+12.55 Units / 54% ROI)
  • The Detroit Lions have covered the 1H Spread in 16 of their last 21 games (+10.30 Units / 43% ROI)
  • The Detroit Lions have hit the Moneyline in 16 of their last 21 games (+8.65 Units / 18% ROI)
  • The Detroit Lions have hit the Game Total Over in 15 of their last 21 games (+8.35 Units / 36% ROI)
  • The Green Bay Packers have hit the Moneyline in 15 of their last 22 games (+10.30 Units / 33% ROI)
  • The Green Bay Packers have hit the 1Q Moneyline in 13 of their last 21 games (+8.15 Units / 30% ROI)
  • The Green Bay Packers have covered the 1Q Spread in 15 of their last 22 games (+7.85 Units / 29% ROI)
  • The Green Bay Packers have hit the 1H Moneyline in 14 of their last 22 games (+7.15 Units / 24% ROI)
  • The Green Bay Packers have hit the Team Total Over in 13 of their last 19 games (+6.15 Units / 27% ROI)

Lions Against the Spread (ATS) Record

Against the spread this NFL season, the Lions art 6-1 (+4.9 Units / 64.47% ROI).

  • Lions are 6-1 when betting on the Moneyline for +2.45 Units / 12.47% ROI
  • Lions are 4-3 when betting the Over for +0.65 Units / 8.39% ROI
  • Lions are 3-4 when betting the Under for -1.4 Units / ROI

Packers Against the Spread (ATS) Record

Against the spread this NFL season, the Packers are 4-4 (-0.45 Units / -5.08% ROI).

  • Packers are 6-2 when betting on the Moneyline for +4.1 Units / 34.17% ROI
  • Packers are 4-3 when betting the Over for +0.7 Units / 7.95% ROI
  • Packers are 3-4 when betting the Under for -1.4 Units / -15.91% ROI

Detroit Lions: Keys to the Game vs. the Green Bay Packers

The Lions were undefeated (5-0) when allowing less than 5 explosive passes last season — T-best in NFL; League Avg: .574.

The Lions were 12-2 (.857) when forcing 1 or more turnovers last season — 2nd-best in NFL; League Avg: .594.

The Lions were undefeated (5-0) when allowing less than 30% of third down conversion opportunities last season — T-best in NFL; League Avg: .654.

The Lions were 10-2 (.833) when allowing less than 100 rushing yards last season — T-8th-best in NFL; League Avg: .664.

Green Bay Packers: Keys to the Game vs. the Detroit Lions

The Packers are 8-4 (.667) when passing for 250 or more yards since the 2023 season — T-9th-best in NFL. The Lions have allowed 247.4 passing yards per game since the 2023 season — 3rd-worst in NFL.

The Packers were undefeated (4-0) when averaging more than 5 yards per rush last season — T-best in NFL; League Avg: .607.

The Packers were undefeated (3-0) when allowing less than 30% of third down conversion opportunities last season — T-best in NFL; League Avg: .654.

The Packers were 8-2 (.800) when not throwing an interception last season — T-8th-best in NFL; League Avg: .652.

Additional Matchup Notes for Detroit Lions vs. Green Bay Packers

The Packers have averaged 0.13 epa per play against a light front since the 2023 season — T-3rd-best in NFL. The Lions have allowed 0.11 epa per play with a light front since the 2023 season — worst in NFL.

The Packers have a third down conversion rate of 24.1% on 3rd and 10+ YTG since the 2023 season — 2nd-best in NFL. The Lions defense has allowed a third down conversion rate of 23.3% on 3rd and 10+ YTG since the 2023 season — 2nd-worst in NFL.

The Packers have averaged 0.26 epa per play against a heavy rush since the 2023 season — 3rd-best in NFL. The Lions have allowed 0.23 epa per play with a heavy rush since the 2023 season — worst in NFL.

The Lions have run successful plays on 69.2% of pass attempts against a heavy rush this season — 2nd-best in NFL. The Packers have allowed successful plays on 70.0% of pass attempts with a heavy rush this season — worst in NFL.

The Lions have run successful plays on 56.0% of pass attempts against a base front this season — 3rd-best in NFL. The Packers have allowed successful plays on 52.8% of pass attempts with a base front this season — 4th-worst in NFL.

The Lions have run successful plays on 53.8% of pass attempts this season — 2nd-best in NFL. The Packers have allowed successful plays on 50.8% of pass attempts this season — 2nd-worst in NFL.

Detroit Lions Offense: Important Stats

The Lions went for it on fourth down 35% of the time last season — highest in NFL; League Avg: 20%.

The Lions had a third down conversion rate of 44% against tight coverage last season — best in NFL; League Avg: 19%.

The Lions averaged 0.43 epa per play on first read passes last season — 2nd-best in NFL; League Avg: 0.20.

The Lions converted first downs on 103 of 320 plays (32%) in the 4th quarter last season — best in NFL; League Avg: 26%.

Green Bay Packers Offense: Important Stats

The Packers scored on 50% of their drives in the 3rd quarter last season — best in NFL; League Avg: 29%.

The Packers had a third down conversion rate of 88% against a heavy rush last season — best in NFL; League Avg: 33%.

The Packers ran 53% of their plays in their opponent’s territory in the 3rd quarter last season — best in NFL; League Avg: 41%.

The Packers ran 21% of their plays in the red zone in the 2nd half last season — best in NFL; League Avg: 14%.

Detroit Lions Defense: Important Stats

The Lions defense allowed successful plays on 45% of pass attempts on contested throws last season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 33%.

The Lions defense allowed successful plays on 67% of pass attempts with a light rush last season — T-worst in NFL; League Avg: 40%.

The Lions defense allowed 5 TD passes when the opposing QB was scrambling last season — T-2nd-most in NFL.

The Lions defense allowed first downs on 50% of rush attempts on 3rd and short last season — best in NFL; League Avg: 66%.

Green Bay Packers Defense: Important Stats

The Packers defense allowed successful plays on 54% of pass attempts from their own territory last season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 47%.

The Packers defense forced three and outs on 14% of opponent drives in the 1st half last season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 23%.

The Packers defense forced three and outs on 16% of opponent drives last season — 3rd-worst in NFL; League Avg: 22%.

The Packers defense allowed successful plays on 60% of plays first read passes last season — 2nd-worst in NFL; League Avg: 52%.

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