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Game Preview Detroit Lions @ Washington Commanders
The Detroit Lions visit the Washington Commanders in Week 10 of the NFL season, aiming to erase the sting of a 27-24 home loss to Minnesota. Dan Campbell’s squad sits at 5-3, while Washington continues to spiral at 3-6 after four straight defeats.
Detroit stood quiet at the trade deadline, opting to lean on its current roster. The Lions remain potent offensively but need sharper protection for quarterback Jared Goff, who was sacked five times last week. Their defense, anchored by Aidan Hutchinson, remains opportunistic.
The Commanders enter without quarterback Jayden Daniels, sidelined by an elbow injury. Marcus Mariota takes over under center for a team that has struggled to stop the pass and generate consistent scoring.
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Odds and Key Information
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Spread | Lions -9.5 (-110), Commanders +9.5 (-111) |
| Moneyline | Lions -494, Commanders +375 |
| Total (O/U) | 49.5 points |
| Venue | Northwest Stadium (Landover, MD) |
| Broadcast | FOX – Sunday, November 9, 4:25 PM ET |
| Weather | Overcast, light wind |
Detroit opened as a heavy favorite at -8.5 before rising to -9.5 following news of Daniels’ injury. Totals remain near 49.5, suggesting confidence in Detroit’s offensive production. For real-time odds shifts, track the NFL odds and scores page.
Detroit Lions Outlook
The Lions’ 27-24 loss to Minnesota exposed protection issues and inconsistency on early downs. Jared Goff threw for 284 yards and two touchdowns, but Detroit’s running tandem of Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery was limited to 65 rushing yards combined.
Detroit ranks second in total passing yards and first in points scored from last season, showing this offense remains elite when balanced. Amon-Ra St. Brown and rookie tight end Sam LaPorta headline a diverse receiving corps, both topping 90 yards in Week 9.
Injuries to tackles Penei Sewell and Taylor Decker (shoulders) cloud the offensive line’s stability. Defensively, the Lions continue to produce turnovers, ranking top five in interceptions. Their edge rush remains among the league’s best, led by Aidan Hutchinson’s relentless pursuit.
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Lions Injury Report
Zach Cunningham (LB) – Hamstring – Out
Marcus Davenport (DE) – Shoulder – Out
D.J. Reed (CB) – Hamstring – Out
Ezekiel Turner (LB) – Achilles – Out
Craig Reynolds (RB) – Hamstring – Questionable
Kerby Joseph (S) – Knee – Questionable
Josh Paschal (DE) – Shoulder – Out
Washington Commanders Outlook
Washington’s season continues to unravel, highlighted by a 38-14 defeat to Seattle. The Commanders’ defense surrendered 330 passing yards and four touchdowns to Sam Darnold, exposing a unit ranked last in opponent yards per attempt (8.8).
With Jayden Daniels out, Marcus Mariota assumes the starting role. His mobility adds unpredictability, but accuracy remains inconsistent. The rushing tandem of Chris Rodriguez Jr. and Jacory Croskey-Merritt provides flashes of efficiency, ranking among the league’s top three in ground production last season.
On defense, Washington relies on Mike Sainristil and Frankie Luvu to create disruption. Sainristil’s two interceptions show playmaking ability, but coverage breakdowns remain persistent. Head coach Dan Quinn emphasized discipline, calling on veterans to restore structure amid mounting frustration.
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Commanders Injury Report
Marshon Lattimore (CB) – Knee – Out
Deatrich Wise Jr. (DE) – Quad – Out
Noah Brown (WR) – Groin/Knee – Out
Austin Ekeler (RB) – Achilles – Out
Terry McLaurin (WR) – Quad – Questionable
Jayden Daniels (QB) – Elbow – Out
Luke McCaffrey (WR) – Shoulder – Out
Key Matchup Table
| Key Category | Edge |
|---|---|
| Quarterback Play | Lions |
| Rushing Attack | Commanders |
| Pass Protection | Lions |
| Turnover Margin | Lions |
| Defensive Depth | Even |
| Coaching Consistency | Lions |
Detroit’s offensive tempo and red-zone efficiency remain decisive factors. If Goff avoids turnovers, the Lions’ vertical threats can stretch a weakened Washington secondary. Conversely, the Commanders’ chance to compete hinges on establishing their running game early to slow Detroit’s pace.
Betting Trends
- Lions are 10-2 straight-up as favorites in their last 12 regular-season games.
- Detroit is 10-2 against the spread as favorites over that span.
- The Lions are 3-0 SU following a loss in their last three regular-season games.
- Commanders are 7-1 ATS as favorites across their last eight, but they’ve struggled as underdogs.
- Washington’s home games have gone over in six of their last eight.
- Lions have gone over the total in eight of their last 13 contests.
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Predictions
Detroit’s firepower contrasts sharply with Washington’s instability. Without Daniels, the Commanders face an uphill climb against one of the league’s most efficient scoring teams.
Projected Score: Lions 31, Commanders 20
Spread Pick: Lions -9.5
Total Lean: Over 49.5
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Consistent bettors blend discipline and information—just as Detroit aims to refocus after a setback. This matchup offers a classic test of resilience for both the Lions and those following them at ScoresAndStats.
