Betting Vikings vs Lions Pick for the NFC North Showdown

In Week 18’s most crucial matchup, our Vikings vs Lions pick focuses on the Minnesota Vikings facing off against the Detroit Lions in a battle for the NFC North Division title. With the Vikings coming in as +2.5 underdogs, they’ll need a big performance from Sam Darnold to overcome the Lions, who are the top team in the NFC this season. Despite Detroit’s status as the favorite, their defense has struggled recently, which could make for a high-scoring affair as Jared Goff leads the Lions in this pivotal game.

Betting Vikings vs Lions Pick for the 2024 NFL Week 18
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2024 NFL Season | 104th season of National League in the United States
Week 18: Saturday, January 4th – Sunday, January 5th, 2024

Betting 2024 Minnesota Vikings at Detroit Lions Week 18 Game

In Week 18’s most important matchup, the Minnesota Vikings throw down against the Lions in Detroit for the NFC North Division title.

The Vikings are +2.5 underdogs versus the best team in the NFC this season, Detroit.

But although Detroit is the favorite, the Lions D has struggled in recent games.

Will Sam Darnold, Minnesota’s QB, or Jared Goff, Detroit’s quarterback, win what’s shaping up as a high-scoring duel?

Keep reading for NFL odds, analysis, and free picks for Minnesota at Detroit.

SNF NFL Week 18 Showdown: Minnesota Vikings (14-2) at Detroit Lions (13-2)
Sunday, December 22nd, 2024 at 8:20 PM EST FOX | Ford Field, Detroit, MI

ATS Odds: Detroit -2.5
Money line Odds: Minnesota +120 / Detroit -142
Over/Under Odds: 51

Writer’s Pick for the Vikings vs Lions Game Starting Sunday’s Round of Action

Why Bet Minnesota versus Denver

Not only has Minnesota gone 14-2 straight up this season, but the Vikings have also gone an incredible 11-4-1.

Minnesota has also gotten better as the season has continued.

Since back to back losses to the Lions and Rams, the Vikings have won 9 straight.

Minnesota’s latest win was their best, a 27-25 victory over the hot Packers.

Sam Darnold threw 3 TD passes and not a single touchdown throw went to Justin Jefferson.

Darnold showed that he can get it done without having to throw to the best receiver in the NFL.

That should scare the Lions heading into this matchup.

Minnesota Betting Stats

Record – 14-2
ATS – 11-4-1
O/U – 7-9
Away – 6-1
Home – 8-1

Why Bet Detroit versus Minnesota

Detroit’s defense hasn’t been playing great but the Lions have continued to win.

The reason is because Detroit’s offense is unstoppable.

Jared Goff has posted brilliant stats this season.

More importantly, he’s become one of the top leaders in the NFL.

The team follows Goff and the former LA Ram has accepted the leadership role.

Goff and the Lions are so deep that even after they lost David Montgomery to injury, Jahmyr Gibbs and Craig Reynolds have stepped up.

Reynolds averages 4.3 yards per carry.

The reason Reynolds has become a force at the RB position is because he runs behind the best offensive line in the NFL.

The good news for Detroit is that the D is getting healthier.

Detroit versus Minnesota Betting Stats

Record 13-2
ATS – 9-6
O/U – 8-6-1
Away – 6-1
Home – 6-1

Minnesota at Detroit Betting Predictions

Detroit versus Minnesota isn’t just for the NFC North title.

It’s also for the top seed in the NFC Playoffs.

Even if the Lions lose to the 49ers on December 30, Detroit is a -3.5 points favorite, the game versus the Vikings is for the 1-seed.

A lot is at stake in the matchup against the Vikings.

The key for both teams will be offense.

Minnesota has a slight edge on defense because the Vikings can shut down the Lions rushing attack.

Minnesota isn’t a great running team but Aaron Jones is capable.

So if Detroit tries to contain Darnold to Jefferson and Jordan Addison, Kevin O’Connell will turn to the running game.

Almost as important is the fact Brian Flores will come up with a scheme to stop Gibbs and Reynolds or at least pressure Goff.

Minnesota has another edge in the sense that Goff and the Lions must play on Monday Night Football in NFL Week 17.

One less day to prepare for this matchup could make all the difference.

The Vikings score the straight up victory in an over game.

NFL ML Pick:: Minnesota Vikings +120
NFL Total Pick: Over 51

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Minnesota at Detroit Betting Trends Today

Minnesota are 11-1 SU in their last 12 games on the road.
Minnesota are 8-1 SU in their last 9 games when playing on the road against Detroit.
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Minnesota’s last 7 games against an opponent in the American Football Conference conference.
The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Minnesota’s last 7 games against an opponent in the American Football Conference West division.
Minnesota are 5-0 ATS in their last 5 games played in January.
Detroit are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 games at home.
Detroit are 1-8 SU in their last 9 games when playing at home against Minnesota.
The total has gone OVER in 7 of Detroit’s last 9 games against an opponent in the American Football Conference conference.
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Detroit’s last 6 games against an opponent in the American Football Conference West division.
Detroit are 1-5 SU in their last 6 games played in January.

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