Lions vs Vikings: Who is Favored to Win?
The table below quickly highlights the most important facts related to odds and predictions for this Week 9 matchup.
| Team | Lions | Vikings |
| Spread | -3.5 (-108) | +135 (-112) |
| Total | 49.5 (-105) | 49.5 (-115) |
| Moneyline | -122 | +102 |
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What the Spread Means
The Lions are currently favored on the spread by 3.5 points to beat the Vikings. This means that oddsmakers believe they will win this game by at least four points.
What the Moneyline Means
The moneyline gives a determined value based on the chance each team has. The Lions are the favorites, so the payout would be much less if they win.
How the Lions Beat the Vikings
The Lions can beat the Vikings if they can use their 1-2 punch to run the football effectively with David Montgomery and Jahmyr Gibbs. This will allow them to set up the playaction with Jared Goff to find star receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown and tight end Sam Laporta.
How the Vikings Beat the Lions
It all starts with slowing down the Detroit offense. They cannot let the Lions run the football. They must force them to be one-dimensional as it is the only way to win. Additionally, they need to get the ball to Justin Jefferson.
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Lions vs Vikings FAQ
The Lions will play the Vikings on Sunday, November 2nd, 2025, in a Week 9 clash at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan. It will be the first of two games, with the second game happening on Christmas Day in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
The Lions won the first-ever game against the Vikings on October 1, 1961, at Metropolitan Stadium in Minneapolis, Minnesota. It was the debut season for the Vikings, and it would be the first of many games between the teams over the next six decades.
The Lions are currently favored to beat the Vikings by 3.5 points when the teams meet in Week 9 at Ford Field. The Lions might also be favorites when the teams clash on Christmas Day in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
The Vikings lead the head-to-head series 80-45-2. However, the Lions have had more success, winning the last five games, including a sweep in both of the previous two seasons. The Lions won the only playoff game on December 31, 1993.
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Brandon Justice is a Writer, Commercial Editor, and Fact Checker for BetMichigan.com. He also writes about the Michigan Wolverines & Detroit Lions, two teams he spent seven years covering professionally. Additionally, the Metro Detroit, Michigan native has covered numerous sports betting perspectives, including everything from analysis & daily picks to reviews & guides.
