Prepare for this expected shootout with popcorn and perhaps a parlay of the same game.
The Detroit Lions and Washington Commanders are set to face off in Saturday night's divisional round with two explosive run-first offenses.
The total was now 55.5, an increase in stakes from the starting total of 54.5.
Detroit is a 9.5-point home favorite and is feeling a little reinvigorated heading into this game after returning to practice this week due to concerns over the availability of running back David Montgomery.
Commanders vs Lions odds
| team | spread | money line | total |
|---|---|---|---|
| commander | +9.5 (-110) | +400 | 55.5 or higher (-110) |
| lions | -9.5 (-110) | -550 | Less than 55.5 (-110) |
Commanders vs. Lions predictions
As expected last week, the Managers defeated the Buccaneers, albeit by a close margin.
This weekend's matchup will be a little more unforgiving, as the Lions' rushing attack is the biggest problem the managers can't seem to solve.
The Commanders' run defense was fifth-worst in the NFL in yards allowed per carry (4.7) and was an unfavorable matchup against a backfield featuring Jahmil Gibbs and now Montgomery.
After Week 11, the Lions had the second-most attempts in the NFL (288 attempts) and the most plays of any team in the league.
Washington defeated the Buccaneers thanks to ball control and dominant time of possession, forcing Tampa Bay to give up more points than it would have liked.
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Something like this could happen again on either side, which is why this huge 55.5 total is actually a trap.
The Lions average 32:06 possession time (TOP) per game (2nd place), while the Commanders average 30.45 minutes (8th place).
Last week, Washington dominated Tampa Bay by nearly 11 minutes with a 35:26 lead.
The Commanders have a quarterback advantage in this game, which could help keep this game close.
Pick: Commander +9.5 (-110, BetMGM)
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