New England Patriots vs. Detroit Lions Prediction, Tips & Odds – Oct. 09, 2022 19:00 CET
The New England Patriots need to beat the Detroit Lions this week or a playoff appearance will become an elusive goal.
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New England Patriots Team News
The New England Patriots have just one win after four weeks and if they don’t turn things around in next 15 days, they will surely miss playoffs this year. Ever since Tom Brady left, this franchise has been unable to find a way to reach the top of AFC.
Last week, the Patriots played surprisingly well in Green Bay. Although they were without starting quarterback Mac Jones, they lost only after an overtime. It’s still unknown if Jones will be on the field against the Detroit Lions, but even if he isn’t, it shouldn’t be decisive in this matchup. The Patriots defense is one of few bright spots of this team and it is capable to cause problems for everyone. Belichick’s team doesn’t have playmakers on offense, and they can’t go very far without one.
With the Detroit Lions having a lot of defensive issues, the Patriots offense will certainly be able to score multiple times. Key for home team to win will be the defense to take advantage of the Lions’ offense and force Jared Goff into a few mistakes.
Detroit Lions Team News
The Detroit Lions have been one of the worst teams in the NFL for years and that hasn’t changed. They also sit at 1-3 after four weeks, but have had a much easier schedule than the New England Patriots in previous games.
Last week, the Lions were favorites at home against the Seattle Seahawks, but they lost 48:45. When you allow one of the worst offenses in the league to score 48 points, it says everything about your defense. Head coach Dan Campbell is a good motivator, but he hasn’t shown great tactical knowledge and it will be a surprise if he keeps his job in 2023. The Lions have some good players on offense. There are a couple of very good wide receivers, great tight end T.J. Hockenson, but it’s all for nothing when their quarterback is Jared Goff.
In order to make a surprise in Boston, the Lions will have to show drastic improvement defensively. The Patriots offense can be stopped, but they must be ready to win the battle at the line of scrimmage because the Patriots will mostly just run the ball.
H2H
Last time these two teams played against each other was four years ago when the Lions won 26-10 in Detroit.
Injuries
Lawrence Guy, DaMarcus Mitchell and Tyquan Thornton are injured and won’t play for the New England Patriots, while Mac Jones, Jakobi Meyers and Jalen Mills are questionable.
D’Andre Swift, Quintez Cephus, DJ Chark and Matt Nelson are out for the Detroit Lions, while Josh Reynolds and Amon-Ra St.Brown are questionable.
New England Patriots vs. Detroit Lions Prediction
Key difference in this matchup will be the coaching staff. Belichick will surely find a way to outsmart Campbell. The Patriots defense will know how to force the Lions offense into mistakes and that should be enough for the hosts to record their second win of the season.
Kick-off time: Sunday, 09.10.2022, 19:00 CET
Prediction: New England Patriots -2
Odds: 1.71
Sportsbook: BetUS
