Detroit Opens As A Home Underdog Against Well-Rested Indianapolis Colts

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Be cautious, for the Detroit Lions have achieved a 50% win record in football.

After a thrilling victory against the Atlanta Falcons, the Lions have achieved a 3-3 record for the season.

This Sunday at 1 p.m. ET (CBS), Detroit will be hosting the Indianapolis Colts, giving them an opportunity to transform into a winning team.

Will Michigan sports bettors choose to ride the Lions’ momentum, or will the Colts spoil their chances?

Oddsmakers like the Colts on the road

This Sunday, even though the Lions have won two games in a row, they are considered the underdog at home.

Most oddsmakers have the Colts as a 2.5-point favorite when playing away. However, currently, DraftKings has the Colts as a 3.5-point road favorite. (The odds provided below are accurate as of 10:30 a.m. ET on October 29th.)

Colts at Lions Week 8 odds	BetMGM	DraftKings	FanDuel	PointsBet	William Hill
Point spread (-110 juice unless noted)	IND -2.5 -121 DET +2.5 +100	IND -3 DET +3	IND -2.5 -130 DET +2.5 +106	IND -2.5 -125 DET +2.5 +105	IND -2.5 -125 DET +2.5 +105
Moneyline	IND -167 DET +140	IND -150 DET +132	IND -164 DET +138	IND -150 DET +130	IND -160 DET +140
Total points (-110 juice unless noted)	0 50.5 U 50.5	O 50 U 50	O 50 -105 U 50 -115	O 50 U 50	O 50 U 50

Most sportsbooks have set the initial over/under at 51 points, while BetMGM has slightly lowered it to 50.5 points.

The Lions are receiving odds ranging from +130 to +140 on the moneyline, while the Colts’ odds range from -150 to -162.

Lions can even all-time series with Colts

Throughout their history, the Detroit Lions and Indianapolis Colts have faced off on 43 occasions, resulting in a fairly balanced competition. The Colts currently hold a slight advantage in the all-time series, leading with a record of 21 wins, 20 losses, and 2 ties.

The Lions ended their four-game losing streak against the Colts on Sept. 11, 2016, by securing a 39-35 victory in Indianapolis during their last meeting.

In the past three encounters, the team considered the underdog has successfully met the spread, while the total score has exceeded expectations in all three matchups between these two teams.

In their previous six away games, Indy has found it challenging to cover the spread, only managing a 1-4-1 record. On the other hand, Detroit hasn’t fared much better in their last eight home games, with a 2-6 against the spread record.

In terms of early public betting, the majority of wagers (about 55%) are favoring the Lions for this game.

Lions manage unlikely comeback against Falcons

Despite appearing destined for a loss on Sunday in Atlanta, the Lions managed to turn the tide in their favor and secure a narrow 23-22 victory.

The Falcons made a regrettable decision when they scored a touchdown with slightly over a minute left in the game. This gave the Lions an opportunity to take action, which Matthew Stafford successfully did. Stafford led the Lions on an impressive 75-yard drive, consisting of eight plays, and managed to connect with T.J. Hockenson for an 11-yard touchdown pass just as the clock ran out.

After being penalized for celebrating, Matt Prater successfully kicked a 48-yard extra point, securing the victory for the Lions.

The improvement in the defense can be partly credited for Detroit’s consecutive wins.

As the Lions approached their bye week, they held the unfortunate title of having the league’s poorest rushing defense. Nevertheless, the Lions managed to limit Jacksonville to a mere 44 rushing yards, and the Falcons to just 66, showcasing a significant improvement in their defensive performance.

Desmond Trufant and Justin Coleman, two key cornerbacks for Detroit, were absent on Sunday due to hamstring injuries. It is currently unclear whether they will be available for the upcoming week.

Against the Falcons, Matthew Stafford showcased his exceptional skills, delivering one of his finest performances of the season with an impressive 340 yards on 25 of 36 completed passes.

In his pursuit of a new contract, Kenny Golladay keeps enhancing his potential salary. He showcased his skills by snagging six passes for 114 yards in the victorious game. This marks his second consecutive game with over 100 yards.

Colts will be fresh in Detroit

The Colts had a Week 7 bye, which provided them with an opportunity to recuperate before facing the Lions.

In Week 6, the Colts managed to secure a remarkable 31-27 victory at home against the Bengals, bringing their season record to 4-2. Despite facing a daunting 21-0 deficit, Indianapolis displayed exceptional resilience and successfully turned the game around.

In 2020, the Colts’ defense has emerged as their strongest asset, surrendering a mere 19.2 points and 301.8 yards per game. Remarkably, their run defense has limited opponents to a mere 88.3 yards per game.

While the Colts’ offensive performance may not be aesthetically pleasing, it is undeniably effective. Indianapolis currently maintains an average of 26.2 points and 367.2 yards per game this season.

After dedicating 16 years to the Chargers, Philip Rivers has now joined the roster. Throughout his career, he has amassed a total of 1,598 passing yards, scoring seven touchdowns while also throwing six interceptions.

Rivers has effectively distributed the ball among his teammates, with seven receivers surpassing 100 yards and four of them exceeding 180 yards. Unfortunately, one of those receivers, tight end Mo Alie-Cox, is currently sidelined due to a knee injury, which forced him to miss the game against the Bengals.

In the backfield, rookie running back Jonathan Taylor has displayed tremendous work ethic by amassing 367 yards and three touchdowns on 89 carries.

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