Detroit Lions vs. Minnesota Vikings Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, Latest Odds
The Minnesota Vikings will host the Detroit Lions on Sunday afternoon in a Christmas Eve clash. Can Nick Mullens and the Vikings upset the high-powered Lions and keep their playoff hopes alive? Matt McCuen breaks down the matchup and gives a pick in Lions vs. Vikings.
Matt McCuen - December 24, 2023, 10:57 AM EST
5 minDetroit Lions vs. Minnesota Vikings Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, Latest Odds
The Detroit Lions and the Minnesota Vikings will renew an old-school rivalry on Christmas Eve.
Lions vs. Vikings Date, Time, and Where to Watch
- Date: December 24, 2023
- Game Time: 1:00 pm ET
- Where to Watch: CBS
Lions vs. Vikings Odds
- Spread: Lions -3 (-110), Vikings +3 (-110)
- Total Odds: O/U 47.5 (-110)
- Moneyline Odds: Lions (-150), Vikings (+130)
Detroit Lions vs. Minnesota Vikings Prediction
The Lions will walk into play with a record of 10-4.
That record is good for first in the NFC North, and with a win today, the Lions will establish severe separation in the division.
Detroit last played on Saturday night in a game in which they blew the Denver Broncos out at home.
Jared Goff leads the Detroit offense. The former first-overall pick has been strong this season, throwing for 3,727 yards, 26 touchdowns and ten interceptions.
David Montgomery and Jahmyr Gibbs lead the Lions rushing attack. Montgomery has racked up 855 yards and ten touchdowns, while Gibbs has added 792 yards and seven touchdowns.
Amon-Ra St. Brown has enjoyed an outstanding season, leading the team with 1,175 yards.
Tight end Sam LaPorta leads the team with nine receiving touchdowns.
The Lions defense ranks 23rd in points allowed per game (23.6).
Minnesota begins play with a record of 7-7.
The Vikings have lost three of their last four games.
The cold run forced quarterback Nick Mullens into action. Mullens played okay against the Bengals, and will have to deliver a strong performance today to keep his team's hopes of the playoffs alive.
Alexander Mattison leads the Vikings' rushing attack. Mattison has scampered for 660 yards.
Minnesota returns their star receiver, Justin Jefferson. Jefferson has racked up 682 yards on the campaign.
Rookie Jordan Addison leads the Vikings with nine touchdowns.
The Vikings' defense has been the strength of their team, ranking sixth in points allowed per game (19.2).
Detroit Lions vs. Minnesota Vikings Pick
I will be on an island with this pick fading as the most popular bet of the weekend.
This number screams Minnesota, and we will trust the line today.
The Vikings' defense has been outstanding, and they will make life difficult on Goff and this Lion's offense.
While Minnesota has lost three of their last four, they are 2-0-1 ATS vs this number in that span.
Let’s cash in today!
Pick: Minnesota Vikings +3 -110 Click here to see which sportsbook has the best odds
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