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Detroit Lions vs New York Giants Betting Preview
The Detroit Lions host the New York Giants at Ford Field in Week 12 NFL action. Detroit enters at 6-4 after a tough loss to Philadelphia, while New York sits at 2-9 on a five-game skid. Bettors will weigh the Lions’ offensive line concerns against the Giants’ potential spark from rookie QB Jaxson Dart.
Line Movement and Odds
- Lions Spread: -10.5 (-109)
- Giants Spread: +10.5 (-110)
- Lions MoneyLine: -580
- Giants MoneyLine: +429
- Total: 50.0 (Over -109, Under -110)
Detroit opened as heavy home favorites, reflecting their playoff chase and New York’s road struggles. See full NFL odds for market movement.
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Matchup Breakdown
Detroit Lions Outlook
Jared Goff threw for 255 yards and a touchdown against Philadelphia but faced constant pressure. Jameson Williams had 88 receiving yards and a score, while Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery combined for just 66 rushing yards. Injuries to offensive tackles Taylor Decker and Penei Sewell remain concerns, but Detroit’s offense ranks among the league leaders in scoring and passing. Dan Campbell’s squad must protect Goff and reestablish the ground game to avoid another upset.
New York Giants Outlook
Rookie QB Jaxson Dart has 10 passing touchdowns and seven rushing scores in nine appearances, but remains questionable with a leg injury. If unavailable, Jameis Winston will start. Devin Singletary rushed for two touchdowns against Green Bay, while Tyrone Tracy Jr. added 88 yards. The Giants’ defense ranks top-10 in sacks, with Kayvon Thibodeaux anchoring the pass rush. New York must lean on its run game and defensive pressure to stay competitive.
Key Matchup / Path to Victory
The Lions must protect Goff and establish Gibbs/Montgomery against a Giants front that thrives on pressure. The Giants need Dart or Winston to avoid turnovers and their run game to control tempo. Offensive line health and quarterback play will decide this matchup.
Injuries / Availability
Detroit lists Taylor Decker (shoulder), Penei Sewell (ankle), Graham Glasgow (knee), and Tate Rutledge (knee) as questionable, with Kerby Joseph (knee) and Brian Branch (toe) also limited. For full player status, check the Lions injury report.
New York lists Jaxson Dart (toe), Darius Slayton (hamstring), Kayvon Thibodeaux (shoulder), and Paulson Adebo (knee) as questionable, with Graham Gano (neck) and Evan Neal (hamstring) out. See the Giants injury page for latest updates.
Environment
The game kicks off at Ford Field, where Detroit is 3-1 at home. New York is 0-5 on the road, continuing to struggle away from MetLife Stadium. Expect Detroit’s offense to dictate pace, while New York leans on its run game to slow things down.
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Best Bets and Prediction
Projected Final Score: Lions 34, Giants 20
- Best Bet: Lions -10.5
Detroit’s ATS record as favorites (8-1) suggests they can cover against a struggling Giants squad. - Total: Over 50.0 (-109)
Our model projects 54 points, leaning over given both teams’ recent scoring trends.
Detroit’s offensive firepower and home-field edge should secure the win, while New York’s ground game keeps them competitive. Expect a high-scoring contest trending over the total.
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