Detroit Lions vs
Indianapolis ColtsPredictions & Preview

Detroit Lions Take on Indianapolis Colts in High-Stakes Thanksgiving Showdown

In preparation for their upcoming Thanksgiving showcase, the Detroit Lions will be facing off against the Indianapolis Colts this Sunday. The Lions are currently standing at 9-1 SU and 8-2 ATS, coming off a strong 52-6 victory against Jacksonville. On the other hand, the Colts, with a record of 5-6 SU and 8-3 ATS, ended a three-game losing streak with a close 28-27 win against the Jets. The game is set to kick off at 1:00 EST at Lucas Oil Stadium, with Detroit opening as the favorite at -7 and the current line standing at Detroit -7.5. Stay tuned for my exclusive Lions vs. Colts predictions to help you prepare for this matchup.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Lions -370 | Colts +290
• Spread: Lions -7.5 (-110) | Colts +7.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 50 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Detroit will win straight-up is 79%.

Detroit vs Indianapolis Stats

Detroit Lions

The Detroit Lions are currently dominating the NFL, with an impressive 9-1 record and the highest scoring offense in the league. Quarterback Jared Goff had a standout performance in their recent victory, throwing for a season-high 412 yards and four touchdowns. The team also boasts a solid defense, allowing just 17.7 points per game and ranking fifth in the league in run defense. Safety Kerby Joseph leads the league in interceptions with seven picks. Overall, the Lions are near the top in both offense and defense rankings, making them a strong contender in the league.

Indianapolis Colts Analysis

The Indianapolis Colts have been successful in changing their starting quarterback throughout the season, with Anthony Richardson leading the team to a last-minute victory against the Jets. Richardson threw for 272 yards and a touchdown, while also running for two touchdowns. The offense gained 332 total yards and 18 first downs in the game. The team is averaging 320.7 yards and 21.5 points per game this season. On defense, the Colts are allowing 374.5 yards and 22.7 points per game, with 25 sacks and eight interceptions on the year. In the win against the Jets, they had three sacks, six tackles for loss, and two pass deflections. Kwity Paye led the defense with two sacks and seven tackles. The team currently has a power ranking of 21 and is ranked 18th in offense and 16th in defense. They have a record of 5-6 (8-3 ATS) and will face the Detroit Lions next.

Detroit Lions Favored Over Indianapolis Colts in Highly Anticipated Rematch

The Indianapolis Colts and Detroit Lions last faced off in 2020, with the Colts securing a 41-21 victory as -3.5 favorites on the road. Fast forward to this year, and the Lions are now the favored team as they prepare to take on the Colts. Detroit has an impressive 5-0 SU and 4-1 ATS record in road games this season, winning by an average of 12.2 points per game. Following a strong recent performance, the Lions are entering Indianapolis with confidence and momentum on their side. Meanwhile, the Colts are facing uncertainty at the quarterback position and have struggled with consistency in recent games. With a weak pass defense, Indianapolis may struggle to contain the Lions' offense led by a hot quarterback in Jared Goff. Given these factors, the Lions appear to be the team to bet on in this matchup.

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