Seahawks vs Lions Prediction, Odds & Best Prop Bets – NFL, Week 2

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BetMGM Betting @BETMGM Sep 16, 2023, 11:19 AM
  • The Lions are -5.5 point favorites vs the Seahawks
  • Total (Over/Under): 47 points
  • Watch the game on FOX

The Seattle Seahawks (0-1) visit Ford Field to take on the Detroit Lions (1-0) on Sep. 17. Kickoff is scheduled for 1:00pm EDT in Detroit.

The Lions are betting favorites in this Week 2 matchup, with the spread sitting at -4.5 (-110).

The Seahawks vs. Lions Over/Under is 47 total points for the game.

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Seahawks vs. Lions Odds, Spread, Over/Under

SpreadTotal (O/U)Moneyline
Seahawks+4.5 -11047 -110+180
Lions -4.5 -11047 -110-225

Seahawks vs. Lions Prediction

Based on recent trends, the winning team model predicts the Lions will win this Week 2 game with 64.0% confidence.

Seahawks vs Lions Spread Prediction

Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the model predicts the Seahawks will cover the spread with 62.0% confidence.

Both predictions factor in up-to-date player injuries for both the Seahawks and Lions, plus offensive & defensive matchups, recent games and key player performances this season.


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Best Seahawks Player Prop Bets Today

We’ve highlighted some favorite NFL player prop bets for Seahawks players this Week 2 game, looking at profitable historical betting trends:

  • Geno Smith has hit the Rushing Yards Over in 13 of his last 15 games (+10.90 Units / 66% ROI)
  • Geno Smith has hit the TD Passes Over in 13 of his last 18 games (+9.40 Units / 46% ROI)
  • Will Dissly has hit the Longest Reception Over in 10 of his last 12 games (+7.45 Units / 52% ROI)
  • Geno Smith has hit the Completions Over in 12 of his last 17 games (+6.65 Units / 35% ROI)
  • Geno Smith has hit the Pass Attempts Over in 8 of his last 10 games (+5.70 Units / 51% ROI)

Best Lions Player Prop Best Bets Today

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

  • Jared Goff has hit the Interceptions Under in his last 9 games (+9.20 Units / 74% ROI)
  • Kalif Raymond has hit the Receiving Yards Over in 8 of his last 9 games (+7.05 Units / 71% ROI)
  • Jared Goff has hit the TD Passes Over in 8 of his last 9 games at home (+6.85 Units / 63% ROI)
  • Jared Goff has hit the Pass Attempts Over in 6 of his last 7 games (+5.00 Units / 64% ROI)
  • Jared Goff has hit the Rushing Yards Under in 6 of his last 7 games at home (+4.70 Units / 53% ROI)

First Touchdown Scorer Bet for Lions vs Seahawks

Player Name 1st TD Odds
David Montgomery +600
Amon-Ra St. Brown +650
Jahmyr Gibbs +750
DK Metcalf +1000
Kenneth Walker +1000

Anytime Touchdown Scorer Bet for Lions vs Seahawks

Player Name Anytime TD Odds
David Montgomery -140
Amon-Ra St. Brown -115
Jahmyr Gibbs +100
Kenneth Walker +138
DK Metcalf +138

Receiving Props: Total Receiving Yards for Lions vs Seahawks

Player Name Over Under
David Montgomery 11.5 -110 11.5 -120
Sam LaPorta 34.5 -120 34.5 -110
Amon-Ra St. Brown 75.5 -115 75.5 -115
Jahmyr Gibbs 26.5 -115 26.5 -120
DK Metcalf 65.5 -120 65.5 -110

Rushing Props: Total Rushing Yards for Lions vs Seahawks

Player Name Over Under
Kenneth Walker III 61.5 -115 61.5 -115
Jared Goff 3.5 -110 3.5 -120
Geno Smith 12.5 -110 12.5 -120
David Montgomery 53.5 -120 53.5 -110
Jahmyr Gibbs 39.5 -115 39.5 -115
  • The Seattle Seahawks have hit the 4Q Game Total Over in 7 of their last 8 away games (+7.00 Units / 77% ROI)
  • The Seattle Seahawks have scored last in their last 5 away games (+5.50 Units / 96% ROI)
  • The Seattle Seahawks have hit the 1H Moneyline in 6 of their last 10 away games (+5.45 Units / 48% ROI)
  • The Seattle Seahawks have hit the 2H Moneyline in 4 of their last 6 away games (+5.00 Units / 68% ROI)
  • The Seattle Seahawks have covered the 3Q Spread in 7 of their last 9 away games (+4.40 Units / 39% ROI)
  • The Detroit Lions have covered the Spread in 14 of their last 20 games (+7.35 Units / 33% ROI)
  • The Detroit Lions have covered the 4Q Spread in their last 7 games at home (+7.25 Units / 90% ROI)
  • The Detroit Lions have hit the Moneyline in 12 of their last 20 games (+7.25 Units / 32% ROI)
  • The Detroit Lions have hit the 2H Moneyline in 10 of their last 17 games (+7.00 Units / 34% ROI)
  • The Detroit Lions have covered the 1H Spread in 13 of their last 20 games (+6.50 Units / 30% ROI)

Seahawks Against the Spread (ATS) Record

Against the spread this NFL season, the Seahawks went 0-1 (-1.1 Units / -100% ROI).

  • Seahawks are 0-1 when betting on the Moneyline for -2.2 Units / -100% ROI
  • Seahawks are 0-1 when betting the Over for -1.1 Units / -100% ROI
  • Seahawks are 1-0 when betting the Under for +1 Units / ROI

Lions Against the Spread (ATS) Record

Against the spread this NFL season, the Lions went 1-0 (+1 Units / 90.91% ROI).

  • Lions are 1-0 when betting on the Moneyline for +1.75 Units / 175% ROI
  • Lions are 0-1 when betting the Over for -1.1 Units / -100% ROI
  • Lions are 1-0 when betting the Under for +1 Units / 90.91% ROI

Seattle Seahawks: Keys to the Game vs. the Detroit Lions

The Seahawks were 9-8 (.529) in the 2022 season — tied for 10th-best in NFL; League Avg: .496.

The Seahawks were 7-2 (.778) when forcing at least one fumble in the 2022 season — tied for 10th-best in NFL; League Avg: .600.

The Seahawks were 4-1 (.800) when averaging more than 5 yards per rush in the 2022 season — tied for 7th-best in NFL; League Avg: .552.

The Seahawks were 5-2 (.714) when leading at the end of first quarter in the 2022 season — 10th-best in NFL; League Avg: .603.

Detroit Lions: Keys to the Game vs. the Seattle Seahawks

The Lions were winless (0-4) when committing 2 or more turnovers in the 2022 season — tied for worst in NFL; League Avg: .296.

The Lions were winless (0-5) vs top 10 offenses in the 2022 season — tied for worst in NFL; League Avg: .315.

The Lions were winless (0-5) when losing at least one fumble in the 2022 season — tied for worst in NFL; League Avg: .387.

The Lions are 1-9 (.100) when rushing for less than 100 yards since the 2021 season — 3rd-worst in NFL; League Avg: .338.

Additional Matchup Notes for Seattle Seahawks vs. Detroit Lions

Lions RBs have averaged 5.9 touches per game in the red zone since the 2022 season — highest in NFL. The Seahawks have allowed 14 rushing touchdowns in the Red Zone to RBs since the 2022 season — fourth-most in NFL.

Lions RBs have 23 rushing touchdowns in the Red Zone since the 2022 season — most in NFL. The Seahawks have allowed 20 rushing touchdowns in the Red Zone since the 2022 season — tied for third-most in NFL.

The Lions have thrown for 20+ yards on 62 of 622 attempts since the 2022 season — tied for fifth-best in NFL. The Seahawks allowed 20+ yards on 10.1% of attempts since the 2022 season — fifth-worst in NFL.

The Seahawks are averaging 4.8 yards per carry since the 2022 season — tied for third-best in NFL. The Lions have allowed 5.3 yards per carry since the 2022 season — tied for second-worst in NFL.

The Seahawks are averaging 6.0 yards per carry on rushes to the right side of the field since the 2022 season — third-best in NFL. The Lions have allowed 6.3 yards per carry when defending on rushes to the right since the 2022 season — second-worst in NFL.

Seattle Seahawks Offense: Important Stats

The Seahawks ran no plays in their opponent’s territory in the 2nd half in Week 1 — tied for worst in NFL; League Avg: 45%.

The Seahawks went three and out 6 times in the 2nd quarter in the last 4 weeks of the regular season — most in NFL.

The Seahawks ran successful plays on 12% of pass attempts in the 2nd half in Week 1 — worst in NFL; League Avg: 41%.

The Seahawks have run 12% of their plays in the red zone in the 4th quarter since the 2021 season — 2nd-worst in NFL; League Avg: 16%.

Detroit Lions Offense: Important Stats

The Lions have gone three and out on 3% of their drives in the 4th quarter since the 2022 season — best in NFL; League Avg: 17%.

The Lions ran 62% of their plays in their opponent’s territory in the 4th quarter in the 2022 season — 2nd-best in NFL; League Avg: 49%.

The Lions committed 15 turnovers in the 2022 season — fewest in NFL.

The Lions have run 20% of their plays in the red zone in the 1st quarter since the 2022 season — best in NFL; League Avg: 12%.

Seattle Seahawks Defense: Important Stats

The Seahawks defense did not record a sack (37 pass attempts) in Week 1 — tied for worst attempts per sack rate in NFL; League Avg: 13.5.

The Seahawks defense has allowed 6.0 yards after the catch (2,202 RAC / 367 receptions) since the 2022 season — 2nd-worst in NFL; League Avg: 5.1.

The Seahawks defense allowed a Completion Pct of just 0% (0 completions/21 attempts) when they pressured the QB in the last 4 weeks of the regular season — best in NFL; League Avg: 39%.

Offenses facing the Seahawks targeted WRs 39% of the time (24 Pass Attempts/62 plays) in the red zone in the 2022 season — lowest in NFL; League Avg: 52%.

Detroit Lions Defense: Important Stats

Offenses facing the Lions targeted RBs 12% of the time (136 Pass Attempts/1,142 plays) since the 2021 season — lowest in NFL; League Avg: 18%.

The Lions defense allowed first downs on 50% of rush attempts on 3rd and long in the 2022 season — 2nd-worst in NFL; League Avg: 25%.

The Lions defense did not record a sack (39 pass attempts) in Week 1 — tied for worst attempts per sack rate in NFL; League Avg: 13.5.

The Lions defense has allowed 8.3 yards from scrimmage per touch (7,251 yards / 874 touches) since the 2022 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 7.3.

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