Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs scores a touchdown against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during an NFL game at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan.

The Minnesota Vikings (3-4) visit the Detroit Lions (5-2) Sunday afternoon in Week 9. Kickoff from Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan, is scheduled for 1 p.m. ET (FOX). Let's analyze BetMGM Sportsbook's NFL odds around the Vikings vs. Lions odds and make our expert NFL picks and predictions for the best bets.

Minnesota has dropped back-to-back games after losing 37-10 to the LA Chargers last week as a 3-point road underdog with the Over (44.5) hitting. QB Carson Wentz threw for 144 yards (1 TD, 1 INT) while the Vikings were held to just 34 rushing yards. WR Justin Jefferson had 11 targets (7 receptions, 74 yards), while no other receiver had more than 4 in the loss.

Detroit got back in the win column, with its fifth win in the last 6 games, after handling the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 24-9 Oct. 20. The Lions covered as 6-point home favorites with the Under (54) hitting with ease. QB Jared Goff threw for 241 yards (1 TD, 1 INT) while RB Jahmyr Gibbs erupted for 136 yards and 2 TDs, averaging 8 yards per carry in the win.

Detroit swept the season series last year and has won 5 straight vs. the Vikings, who leads the all-time series 80-45-2.

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Vikings at Lions odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Vikings +375 (bet $100 to win $375) | Lions -500 (bet $500 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Vikings +9 (-110) | Lions -9 (-110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 48 (O: -110 | U: -110)

Vikings at Lions key injuries

Vikings

  • T Christian Darrisaw (knee) questionable
  • FB C.J. Ham (hand) out
  • S Josh Metellus (foot) questionable
  • CB Jeff Okudah (concussion) out
  • TE Josh Oliver (foot) out
  • T Brian O'Neill (knee) questionable
  • LB Andrew Van Ginkel (neck) questionable

Lions

  • T Taylor Decker (shoulder) questionable
  • S Kerby Joseph (knee) out
  • CB Avonte Maddox (hamstring) questionable

Vikings at Lions picks and predictions

Prediction

Lions 31, Vikings 20

Moneyline

PASS.

There is no value on the Lions (-500) to beat an injury-ridden Vikings (+375) team.

Against the spread

BET LIONS -9 (-110).

The Lions rebounded from their loss in a big way with a 15-point win on Monday night in Week 7 and are coming off a bye week. They have covered in 5 of their last 6 games, with 4 of their 5 wins coming by at least 15 points.

The Vikings have failed to cover in 3 of their last 4 games, including their only 2 games playing as underdogs this season. Even with QB J.J. McCarthy set to return on Sunday after a prolonged absence due to an ankle injury, the Vikings will struggle to put the pieces together against a tough Lions' defense. The Vikings' defense has also allowed more than 24 points in 3 of their last 4 games.

Over/Under

BET OVER 48.5 (-115).

The Vikings have allowed at least 22 points in 5 of their 7 games while hitting the Over in each of their last 5 weeks. They have scored at least 21 points in 4 of their last 5 games and should be expected to have a better offensive performance with McCarthy returning.

The Lions have a high-powered offense and will carry a lot of the load in front of their home fans. They have scored at least 34 points in 4 of their last 6 games. They have allowed at least 24 points in 3 of their last 5 games.

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