Lions vs Packers Predictions: Who is Favored to Win?

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Lions vs. Packers Odds: Who Is Favored To Win?

The Packers just defeated the Lions 27-13 to start the 2025 season on a great note, and then 31-24 at Ford Field on Thanksgiving.  

Key Takeaways

  • The Packers defeated the Lions 27-13 at Lambeau Field on Sunday, September 7, 2025
  • The Packers swept the season series from the Lions in 2025. 

Lions vs. Packers Odds: Who Is Favored To Win?

The Packers swept the Lions in 2025, and the teams will not meet again unless they face off in the playoffs. 

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What The Spread Tells Us

The Packers covered the spread in both games against the Lions. 

What The Moneyline Tells Us

The Packers won the moneyline in both games. 

How the Lions Beat the Packers

The Lions will beat the Packers if they can utilize David Montgomery and Jahmyr Gibbs as their two-headed monster in the backfield. Then, once the defenses focus on that, they can take advantage with playaction passes to Amon-Ra St. Brown and Jameson Williams. Exploding on offense early will go a long way for the Lions. They cannot afford to fall behind against the Packers as they did against the Giants in the prior week. 

How the Packers Beat the Lions

The Packers can beat the Lions if they can stop the Detroit running game and force the Lions into long 3rd-down situations. Then, they need to be able to contain St. Brown and Jameson Williams. Jordan Love must get the offense going, and Josh Jacobs must run the football effectively to have a chance. It's important to keep an eye on the health of Jacob Jacobs, who is questionable with a knee injury.

History of Lions vs. Packers

The Lions and Packers have a great NFC North rivalry that dates back to the 1930s. With such a storied history, there have been so many epic clashes throughout the seasons. 

Lions Record vs. Packers

The Lions are 78-108-7 against the Packers. Remember, there was a stretch of time where the Lions simply could not beat the Packers at Lambeau, and it lasted over two decades. But things have changed recently. The Packers swept the Lions in 2025, and have turned the tide after struggling against them to start the decade. 

All-Time Best Lions vs. Packers games

There have been numerous exciting games throughout the decades. However, three epic clashes stand out, including one that ended on a Hail Mary pass.

1. Packers vs. Lions -December 3, 2015

The Lions led 20-0 at one point in the third quarter and seemed to be on their way to an easy win. Then, the Packers started chipping away, getting two touchdowns in the third quarter to cut the deficit to six. The Packers trailed 23-21 while on their own 38-yard line and with seconds remaining and no timeouts. Next, Aaron Rodgers heaved a 61-yard mammoth pass to Richard Rodgers, who caught a contested Hail Mary pass in the endzone to give the Packers an unforgettable win. 

2. Packers vs. Lions -January 8, 1994 -NFC Wildcard

This was the first of two epic playoff matches between the Lions and Packers. Also, it was as memorable as ever. With under two minutes remaining, Brett Favre connected with Sterling Sharpe for a 60-yard touchdown to give the Packers the 28-24 lead and the eventual win at the Pontiac Silverdome. 

3. Lions vs. Packers - December 31, 1994 - NFC Wildcard

This was the fourth game in one calendar year, and the second straight playoff matchup. It turned into a defensive slugfest. The Lions had Barry Sanders, one of the best running backs of all time. Somehow, the Packers held him to -1 rushing yards on their way to a 16-12 win.

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