Detroit Lions vs. New Orleans Saints Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, Latest Odds
The Detroit Lions are in search of a bounce back victory on Sunday after a loss to the Packers. Can Chris Olave and the Saints hand them another loss instead? Matt McCuen breaks down this NFC battle as the playoff race heats up.
Matt McCuen - December 3, 2023, 10:10 AM EST
5 minDetroit Lions vs. New Orleans Saints Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, Latest Odds
The Detroit Lions and the New Orleans Saints will clash from the Big Easy on Sunday afternoon.
Lions vs. Saints Date, Time, and Where to Watch
- Date: December 3, 2023
- Game Time: 1:00 pm ET
- Where to Watch: FOX
Lions vs. Saints Odds
- Spread: Lions -4 (-110), Saints -4 (-110)
- Total Odds: O/U 46 (-110)
- Moneyline Odds: Lions (-200), Saints (+170)
Detroit Lions vs. New Orleans Saints Prediction
Detroit has not played since Thanksgiving in a game that they were embarrassed at home by the Green Bay Packers.
Despite the loss, the Lions sit atop of the NFC North, holding a 2.5-game lead over the Minnesota Vikings.
The Lions represent a record of 8-3 overall, which is tied for the second-best record in the NFC.
Former number one overall pick Jared Goff leads this Lions offense. Goff has thrown for 3,075 yards, 18 touchdowns, and eight interceptions.
Running back's Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery have been a great one-two punch. Montgomery leads the team with 648 yards and nine touchdowns. Gibbs has had a strong rookie campaign, racking up 566 yards and five rushing touchdowns.
Amon-Ra St. Brown is the top option in the passing game. The Sun god leads the Lions with 993 yards and five touchdowns.
The Detroit defense ranks 23rd, allowing opponents 23.5 points per game.
New Orleans will begin play with a record of 5-6.
The Saints have lost back-to-back games.
New Orleans is tied for first place in the NFC South with the Falcons.
Atlanta holds the tiebreaker after beating New Orleans a week ago.
Veteran signal caller Derek Carr is in charge of this Saints offense. Carr has thrown for 2,535 yards, 10 touchdowns, and five interceptions.
Alvin Kamara leads this Saints rushing attack. Kamara has rushed for 457 yards and two touchdowns.
Chris Olave has been the most explosive weapon on offense. Olave has racked up 771 yards paired with three touchdowns.
The Saints defense ranks 9th in points allowed per game (20.2).
Detroit Lions vs. New Orleans Saints Pick
The Saints are in a good spot at home this afternoon.
New Orleans is always a difficult atmosphere to go in and win a game.
This line is fishy as the Lions have been one of football's best this year, yet they are just a 4.5-point favorite vs. a struggling Saints team.
85% of the bets are on the Lions this afternoon, making them the most public bet side of the weekend.
The Saints have an elite defensive unit that will slow the Lions down.
On the offensive side, the Saints can run the ball effectively and control the clock in this game.
Pick: New Orleans Saints +4.5 -110 Click here to see which sportsbook has the best odds
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