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Free NFL betting picks, odds, predictions for the Lions vs. Vikings in Week 14 (2022). Our best bets and top NFL picks for moneylines, over/unders and more.
Welcome RotoBallers to our betting picks for the Minnesota Vikings vs. Detroit Lions, another article in our weekly series of free NFL betting picks for every game on the schedule. This free NFL betting breakdown article is for Sunday, December 11th, 2022.
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Today's Betting Overview - Vikings @ Lions
The Vikings take on the Lions on Sunday, December 11th at Ford Field, Detroit. RotoBaller provides free handicapping picks and odds for all NFL games throughout the 2022 season.
- Matchup: Minnesota Vikings (10-2) vs. Detroit Lions (5-7)
- Date: Sunday, December 11th, 2022
- Time: 1:00 PM ET
- Venue: Ford Field
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Minnesota Vikings - NFL Betting Analysis
In their last game vs the New York Jets, the Vikings won by a score of 27-22. The 5 point win gave the team a non-conference victory. This win was paired with an ATS victory, as they went into the game by -3.0 point favorites. By the end of the game, the teams combined for 49 points, surpassing the betting line of 44. On their way to picking up a 5-point win, Minnesota held a 8-point lead heading into the 4th quarter at 20-12. Through 12 games, the Vikings have an ATS record of 6-5-1. So far, they have an over-under record of 7-5. This week's betting total of 53.5 is higher than the line in their previous games.
As the Vikings prepare to take on Detroit, they have played well on offense, ranking 11th in points per game at 24.1 points per game. Look for the team to put together another strong offensive performance, as they are facing a Lions defense giving up 32.4 points per game. Throughout the game, Minnesota should be able to move the ball through the air, as they are the 10th-ranked team in terms of passing yards. In addition, they are facing off against a defense that has been vulnerable in the secondary.
Detroit Lions - NFL Betting Analysis
In their last game vs the Jacksonville Jaguars, the Lions won by a score of 40-14. The 26-point win gave the team a non-conference victory. Detroit also picked up an ATS win, with a point spread of -1.0. In terms of the over-under, the teams combined for 54 points, which surpassed the betting line of 51. On their way to picking up a 26-point win, Detroit held a 16-point lead heading into the 4th quarter at 30-14. Through 12 games, the Lions have an ATS record of 8-4. So far, they have an over-under record of 8-4. This week's betting total of 53.5 is slightly higher than the line in their previous games.
Heading into this week's matchup, the Lions' offense is averaging 26.3 points per game, placing them 6th in the NFL. Look for the team to put together another strong offensive performance, as they are facing a Vikings defense that is ranked 18th in points per game. Throughout the game, Detroit should be able to move the ball through the air, as they are the 32nd-ranked team in terms of passing yards. In addition, they are facing off against a defense that has been vulnerable in the secondary. On the ground, the Lions should be in line for a good performance, as they are one of the better rushing team's in the league and are facing a defense that has its problem stopping the run.
Today's NFL Betting Pick - Vikings vs. Lions
Looking back at the recent matchups between Minnesota and Detroit, the Lions have taken 4 of the last 5 contests. The over-under record in these games sits at 4-1, with the average scoring total coming in at 54.0 points. Heading into the second meeting of the season between these two teams, the Vikings already have a win over the Lions. In the previous matchup, Minnesota won by a score of 28-24. Not only did the Vikings come out on top in the win column, but they also covered the spread as +1.0 point underdogs. Last year's meetings between the teams resulted in a split, with the Lions winning by a score of 29-27 and the Vikings by a margin of 19-17.
The Detroit Lions have gone 4-1-0 vs the spread in these games. On average, the Vikings have averaged 29.0 points per game in the past 5 head-to-head matchups, compared to Detroit at 25.0.
Minnesota has put together a record of 2-1 over their past 3 games. In these games, they have a 2-1 record vs the spread and an over-under mark of 2-1.
Minnesota has played well in their previous 3 road games, going 3-0 straight up. In this stretch, they averaged 25.67 points per game while allowing 21.0. The team also performed well vs the spread at 2-0-1.
Detroit has put together a record of 2-1 over their past 3 games. In these games, they have a 3-0 record vs the spread and an over-under mark of 2-1.
Across their last 3 home contests, Detroit has been good against the spread posting a mark of 3-0. Their overall mark in these games was 2-1, while averaging 26.67 points per game.
Recommended ATS Betting Pick: Lions -1.0
Recommended OU Betting Pick: Over 53.5
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