- The Lions (5-7) are -2.5 point favorites vs the Vikings (10-2)
- Total (Over/Under): 53 points
- Watch the game on FOX
The Minnesota Vikings visit Ford Field to take on the Detroit Lions on Dec. 11. Kickoff is scheduled for 1:00pm EST in Detroit.
The Lions are betting favorites in Week 14, with the spread sitting at -2 (-110).
The Vikings vs. Lions Over/Under is 51.5 total points for the game.
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Vikings vs. Lions Odds, Spread, Over/Under Week 14
| Spread | Total (O/U) | Moneyline | |
| Vikings | +2 -110 | 51.5 -110 | +110 |
| Lions | -2 -110 | 51.5 -110 | -130 |
Vikings vs. Lions Prediction for Week 14
Based on recent trends, the winning team model predicts the Vikings will win this Week 14 game with 50.0% confidence.
Vikings vs Lions Spread Prediction for Week 14
Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the model predicts the Lions will cover the spread this Week 14 with 55.0% confidence.
Both predictions factor in up-to-date player injuries for both the Vikings and Lions, plus offensive & defensive matchups, recent games and key player performances this season.
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Best Vikings Player Prop Bets Today
We’ve highlighted some favorite NFL player prop bets for Vikings players for Week 14, looking at profitable historical betting trends:
- Kirk Cousins has hit the Interceptions Over in 5 of his last 6 away games (+5.00 Units / 82% ROI)
- K.J. Osborn has hit the Receptions Under in 9 of his last 13 games (+4.80 Units / 27% ROI)
- Dalvin Cook has hit the Receiving Yards Under in 6 of his last 7 away games (+4.55 Units / 49% ROI)
- Kirk Cousins has hit the Pass Attempts Over in 10 of his last 15 games (+4.55 Units / 27% ROI)
- Irv Smith has hit the Receptions Over in his last 4 games (+4.45 Units / 102% ROI)
Best Lions Player Prop Best Bets Today
And here are some top NFL player prop bets for Lions players for Week 14, looking at profitable historical betting trends:
- Jared Goff has hit the TD Passes Over in 8 of his last 9 games at home (+7.50 Units / 77% ROI)
- Jamaal Williams has hit the Receiving Yards Under in 10 of his last 12 games (+7.45 Units / 47% ROI)
- Jared Goff has hit the Rushing Yards Under in his last 6 games at home (+6.00 Units / 78% ROI)
- Amon-Ra St. Brown has hit the Receiving Yards Over in 7 of his last 8 games at home (+5.95 Units / 67% ROI)
- Kalif Raymond has hit the Receiving Yards Over in 8 of his last 10 games (+5.90 Units / 53% ROI)
First Touchdown Scorer Bet for Lions vs Vikings
| Player Name | 1st TD Odds |
|---|---|
| Jamaal Williams | +550 |
| Dalvin Cook | +750 |
| Amon-Ra St. Brown | +800 |
| D'Andre Swift | +800 |
| Justin Jefferson | +800 |
Anytime Touchdown Scorer Bet for Lions vs Vikings
| Player Name | Anytime TD Odds |
|---|---|
| Dalvin Cook | -145 |
| Justin Jefferson | -140 |
| Jamaal Williams | -130 |
| D'Andre Swift | -115 |
| Amon-Ra St. Brown | -110 |
Receiving Props: Total Receiving Yards for Lions vs Vikings
| Player Name | Over | Under |
|---|---|---|
| K.J. Osborn | 23.5 -120 | 23.5 -110 |
| Dalvin Cook | 15.5 -115 | 15.5 -115 |
| TJ Hockenson | 48.5 -120 | 48.5 -110 |
| D'Andre Swift | 24.5 -145 | 24.5 +110 |
| Adam Thielen | 51.5 -115 | 51.5 -115 |
Rushing Props: Total Rushing Yards for Lions vs Vikings
| Player Name | Over | Under |
|---|---|---|
| Kirk Cousins | 2.5 -110 | 2.5 -120 |
| Jamaal Williams | 47.5 -115 | 47.5 -120 |
| Jared Goff | 3.5 -110 | 3.5 -120 |
| Dalvin Cook | 73.5 -115 | 73.5 -115 |
| D'Andre Swift | 31.5 -115 | 31.5 -115 |
Vikings Best Bets for Week 14:
- The Minnesota Vikings have hit the Moneyline in 11 of their last 13 games (+10.30 Units / 45% ROI)
- The Minnesota Vikings have covered the 4Q Spread in 11 of their last 13 games (+9.15 Units / 64% ROI)
- The Minnesota Vikings have hit the 4Q Moneyline in 10 of their last 13 games (+7.85 Units / 47% ROI)
- The Minnesota Vikings have hit the 1Q Game Total Under in 12 of their last 17 games (+6.20 Units / 31% ROI)
- The Minnesota Vikings have scored first in 7 of their last 9 games (+5.05 Units / 43% ROI)
Lions Best Bets for Week 14:
- The Detroit Lions have covered the 1H Spread in 12 of their last 16 games (+7.80 Units / 45% ROI)
- The Detroit Lions have scored first in 11 of their last 16 games (+7.65 Units / 45% ROI)
- The Detroit Lions have hit the 1H Moneyline in 8 of their last 16 games (+7.55 Units / 45% ROI)
- The Detroit Lions have hit the Team Total Over in 11 of their last 14 games (+7.40 Units / 44% ROI)
- The Detroit Lions have covered the 1Q Spread in 8 of their last 9 games at home (+7.20 Units / 65% ROI)
Vikings Against the Spread (ATS) Record
Against the spread this NFL season, the Vikings have gone 6-5 (+0.4 Units / 3% ROI).
- Vikings are 10-2 when betting on the Moneyline for +9.3 Units / 43.87% ROI
- Vikings are 7-5 when betting the Over for +1.5 Units / 11.36% ROI
- Vikings are 5-7 when betting the Under for -2.7 Units / ROI
Lions Against the Spread (ATS) Record
Against the spread this NFL season, the Lions have gone 8-4 (+3.5 Units / 26.42% ROI).
- Lions are 5-7 when betting on the Moneyline for -1.15 Units / -8.85% ROI
- Lions are 8-4 when betting the Over for +3.6 Units / 27.27% ROI
- Lions are 4-8 when betting the Under for -4.8 Units / -36.36% ROI
Minnesota Vikings: Keys to the Game vs. the Detroit Lions
The Vikings are undefeated (6-0) when converting 55% or more of its red zone chances into touchdowns this season — tied for best in NFL; League Avg: .562.
The Vikings are undefeated (6-0) when forcing at least one fumble this season — tied for best in NFL; League Avg: .586.
The Vikings are undefeated (4-0) when making 7 or more explosive plays this season — tied for best in NFL; League Avg: .579.
The Vikings are 9-1 (.900) when forcing 1 or more turnovers this season — 2nd-best in NFL; League Avg: .581.
Detroit Lions: Keys to the Game vs. the Minnesota Vikings
The Lions are 1-5 (.167) when throwing at least 1 interception this season — tied for sixth-worst in NFL. The Vikings have intercepted 12 passes this season — tied for fourth-most in NFL.
The Lions are 3-3-1 (.429) when forcing 2 or more turnovers since the 2021 season — 2nd-worst in NFL; League Avg: .726.
The Lions are winless (0-2) when converting less than 55% of its red zone chances into touchdowns this season — tied for worst in NFL; League Avg: .442.
The Lions are 1-8-1 (.100) when within 7 points entering the 4th quarter since the 2021 season — 2nd-worst in NFL; League Avg: .493.
Additional Matchup Notes for Minnesota Vikings vs. Detroit Lions
The Lions have scored on 41.9% of their drives in the first quarter this season — fifth-best in NFL. The Vikings defense has allowed scores on 36.7% of opponent drives in the first quarter this season — fifth-worst in NFL.
The Lions have gone three and out on 15.2% of their drives this season — fifth-best in NFL. Vikings have forced three and outs on 14.1% of opponent drives this season — worst in NFL.
The Lions went three and out on 0% of their drives last week — tied for best in NFL. Vikings forced three and outs on 0% of opponent drives in Week 13 — tied for worst in NFL.
The Vikings have thrown the ball 59.3% of the time this season — tied for fourth-highest in NFL. The Lions have allowed 7.3 yards per dropback this season — tied for third-worst in NFL.
Vikings RBs have 9 rushing touchdowns in the Red Zone this season — tied for fifth-most in NFL. The Lions have allowed 15 rushing touchdowns in the Red Zone this season — second-most in NFL.
Vikings WRs have 186.2 receiving yards per game this season — fourth-best in NFL. The Lions have averaged 188.0 receiving yards per game allowed to WRs this season — third-worst in NFL.
Minnesota Vikings Offense: Important Stats for Week 14
The Vikings have converted first downs on just 16 of 37 plays (43%) on second and 1-3 yards to go this season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 61%.
The Vikings have scored on 16% of their drives in the 3rd quarter this season — 2nd-worst in NFL; League Avg: 31%.
The Vikings converted first downs on just 30 of 57 plays (53%) on 3rd and short last season — 2nd-worst in NFL; League Avg: 62%.
The Vikings have run successful plays on 33% of pass attempts in the 3rd quarter this season — 3rd-worst in NFL; League Avg: 47%.
Detroit Lions Offense: Important Stats for Week 14
The Lions scored on 89% of their drives in Week 13 — best in NFL; League Avg: 38%.
The Lions ran successful plays on 28% of rush attempts in the red zone last season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 46%.
The Lions ran 9% of their plays in the red zone in the 1st half last season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 15%.
The Lions threw 76% of their pass attempts 1 to 10 yards downfield last season — tied for highest in NFL; League Avg: 71%.
Minnesota Vikings Defense: Important Stats for Week 14
51% of the plays ran against the Vikings were in the red zone in the 2nd half in Week 13 — worst in NFL; League Avg: 14%.
59% of the plays ran against the Vikings were in the red zone in the 4th quarter in Week 13 — worst in NFL; League Avg: 16%.
The Vikings defense allowed no passing TDs (58 pass attempts) in Week 13 — tied for best Pass Attempts Per TD rate in NFL; League Avg: 26.3.
The Vikings defense has allowed 204.0 yards from scrimmage per game to WRs since the 2021 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 159.9.
Detroit Lions Defense: Important Stats for Week 14
The Lions defense has not recorded a sack (50 pass attempts) in the red zone this season — worst attempts per sack rate in NFL; League Avg: 17.9.
The Lions defense has allowed first downs on 56% of rush attempts on 3rd and long this season — 2nd-worst in NFL; League Avg: 27%.
Offenses facing the Lions targeted RBs 12% of the time (115 Pass Attempts/958 plays) since the 2021 season — lowest in NFL; League Avg: 18%.
Offenses facing the Lions targeted RBs 12% of the time (67 Pass Attempts/544 plays) last season — lowest in NFL; League Avg: 18%.
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