Matt McCuen shares his Green Bay Packers vs Detroit Lions prediction, pick against the spread, and the latest odds ahead of this Thursday night game.
01:20 Thursday
The Detroit Lions and the Green Bay Packers will clash from Lambeau Field to renew one of the oldest rivalries in football
Green Bay Packers vs Detroit Lions Prediction
This rivalry dates all the way back to November 2, 1930, in a game that the Packers won 47-13. I am assuming the over-hit that day.
Green Bay leads the all-time series 105-75-7.
The Lions have won three head-to-head matchups in a row.
Detroit will begin play with a record of 2-1 on the young season.
The Lions took down the Chiefs on the road in Week 1 and got a home win last weekend against the Falcons. The Lions' lone loss came in Week 2 against the Seahawks in overtime.
Jared Goff leads this Detroit offense. Goff has thrown for 819 yards, five touchdowns, and two interceptions.
David Montgomery and rookie Jahmyr Gibbs lead this Lions backfield. The two have combined for 280 yards rushing.
Amon St. Brown is the top option for Goff. The former USC standout has racked up t275 yards and one touchdown.
Rookie tight end Sam Laporta has impressed, ranking second on the team in receiving yards with 186.
The defense for the Lions has been solid, ranking 15th in the NFL in points allowed per game.
Green Bay is off to a surprisingly strong start with a record of 2-1.
The Packers beat up on the Bears in Week 1 and stole a win a week ago from the Saints in a game that they trailed 17-0 in. The Packers' lone loss came in Week 2 to the Falcons in a game that they lost 25-24.
Jordan Love has big shoes to fill in Green Bay, taking over for Packers legend Aaron Rodgers. Love has impressed early on, throwing for 655 yards, seven touchdowns, and one interception.
The Packers have been without their star running back, Aaron Jones. Jones played in Week 1 and is expected to return on Thursday night.
AJ Dillon has taken over the backfield the last two weeks, rushing for 107 yards on the year.
The Packers' No. 1 receiver, Christian Watson, is yet to play this year. Watson is expected to suit up for Thursday night's game. Jayden Reed and Romeo Doubs have stepped up in the absence of Watson. The two have combined for 20 catches for 277 yards and five touchdowns.
The Green Bay defense has played well, ranking 13th in scoring defense.
Green Bay Packers vs Detroit Lions Raiders Odds
| Team | Best Price | Worst Price |
|---|---|---|
| Green Bay Packers | 11/10 | 1/1 |
| Detroit Lions | 5/6 | 8/11 |
Green Bay Packers vs Detroit Lions Tips
Green Bay has been the better team through the first few weeks.
Detroit is a pass-heavy offense, which plays into the strength of the Packers. The Packers rank 10th against the pass, holding opponents to under two hundred yards per game.
The Packers will get back their two best playmakers on offense, Aaron Jones and Christian Watson.
The addition of Jones and Watson will be significant in helping this offense be tough to matchup with.
Lastly, Lambeau is a tough place to play, and the Packers will have the advantage at home.
