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On Sunday, the Detroit Lions continued to expand their collection of unexpected ways to lose.
Despite scoring 45 points, the team suffered a heartbreaking 48-45 defeat against the Seattle Seahawks on their home turf.
With a record of 1-3 so far in the early season, the Lions are aiming to gain some momentum in Week 5 prior to their bye week. Their upcoming game will be away against the injury-plagued New England Patriots.
Following the disappointing performance at home, what is the perception of the Lions by oddsmakers when they are playing away? Can Michigan sports bettors anticipate a comeback from the team?
Lions vs. Patriots NFL Week 5 Odds
In Week 5, the Detroit Lions will aim to secure their inaugural away victory this season as they take on the New England Patriots.
For Week 5, the Detroit Lions are listed as an underdog on the road with odds of 3 to 3.5 points.
Currently, most sportsbooks have set the over/under total at 45.5 points. Detroit’s lowest total in a game this season was 52 points when they played against Minnesota.
Detroit Lions betting trends
In a surprising turn of events, the Detroit Lions failed to meet the spread for the first time in the 2022 NFL season. Despite being considered slight favorites against the Seahawks, they ultimately suffered a loss, bringing their overall record to 1-3 and their against-the-spread (ATS) record to 3-1.
In its last 21 games, Detroit has achieved a 14-7 record against the spread.
On Sunday, the New England Patriots suffered their third loss of the season, bringing their record to 1-3. The defeat came in overtime against the Green Bay Packers, with a final score of 27-24. However, there was a silver lining for the Patriots as they managed to secure their first against-the-spread (ATS) victory of the season, despite being considered 10-point underdogs. Overall, their ATS record for the season stands at 1-2-1.
Lions vs. Patriots history
Throughout their history, the New England team has faced the Lions on twelve occasions, with the former prevailing in seven of those matchups.
In 2018, the Lions emerged victorious with a 26-10 win in their last meeting held at home on Sunday Night Football.
How to watch: Lions vs. Patriots NFL Week 5
- The upcoming match will be between the Detroit Lions (1-3) and the New England Patriots (1-3).
- The scheduled time is Sunday, October 2nd at 1 p.m. Eastern Time.
- Where: Gillette Stadium
- TV: FOX
- Radio: Lions Radio Network
- You can tune in to Sirius XM channel 384 for the Lions broadcast, or channel 225 for the Patriots broadcast.
How to bet on NFL odds in Michigan
There are a total of 15 online sportsbooks in Michigan where you can explore and place bets on NFL odds.
There are various methods available for placing bets on NFL football games within the state. These methods include:
- Spread
- Moneyline
- Total
- Live betting
- First Half/Second Half Betting
- First/Second/Third/Fourth Quarter Betting
- Player Props
- Team Props
- Adjusted Spreads
- Adjusted Totals
- Single-Game Parlays
NFL Week 5 Prop Odds: TJ Hockenson receiving yards
Despite the absence of key players such as D’Andre Swift, Amon-Ra St. Brown, and DJ Chark, the Detroit Lions managed to uphold their high-powered offense during Week 4.
Tight end T.J. Hockenson answered the call to step up in the pass game, when someone was needed.
The tight end from Iowa, in his fourth year, achieved a personal best by accumulating 179 receiving yards on eight catches. Additionally, he successfully secured two touchdowns.
Hockenson’s performance on Sunday marked his first time surpassing 100 receiving yards since his NFL debut.
In addition to Sunday’s victory, there was also a remarkable 81-yard reception, marking a new personal record.
During Week 5, the Lions’ offense, which holds the highest ranking in scoring, faces off against a New England defense that allows an average of 314.7 yards per game, including 200 passing yards per match.
If St. Brown and Chark remain sidelined due to injuries, Hockenson is expected to have an increased role in the offense once again this week.
According to John Maakaron from All Lions, there is a chance for tight end T.J. Hockenson to deliver another impressive performance this week. Hockenson, a young player, is eager to contribute more to the team’s offense, and the current circumstances require him to step up. Maakaron anticipates Hockenson to achieve over 85 receiving yards and score one touchdown during their away game against the Patriots.
At the moment, prop odds for Hockenson’s receiving yards in Week 5 are not yet available. Please revisit later in the week for an updated view on his prop odds.
NFL Week 5 Prop Odds: New England’s passing yards
The Patriots are currently facing significant injuries, particularly in the quarterback position.
Mac Jones, who typically starts games for the team, was unable to play in the Week-4 match in Green Bay because of a high-ankle sprain. Brian Hoyer took over as the starting quarterback against the Packers, but unfortunately suffered a head injury and had to leave the game in the first quarter.
Bailey Zappe, the rookie, was compelled to step onto the field, where he successfully completed 10 out of 15 passes for 99 yards and scored a point.
The starting quarterback for the Patriots in Week 5 at home remains uncertain, yet whoever gets the chance will have a prime opportunity to achieve impressive stats.
In terms of total yards, the Lions’ defense ranks at the bottom, 32nd place, with 444.8 yards per game. Additionally, their pass defense is ranked 30th with 279.3 yards per game.
This week, Hoyer was added to the Injured Reserve list, and Jones has been practicing with limitations. This situation opens up the possibility for Jones to make a comeback, but if not, we might witness Zappe’s debut as a starter.
“The Lions are well aware that the Patriots will attempt to heavily rely on running the football. Considering the recent struggles of Detroit’s defense, as shown in the film from the past few weeks, it is highly likely that the Patriots will rush the ball over 20 times on Sunday,” Maakaron stated. “Given Bailey Zappe’s ongoing development in his rookie NFL season, I anticipate the Patriots to have less than 250 yards passing overall on Sunday.”
In Week 4, Geno Smith racked up 320 yards and two touchdowns through the air against the Lions.
At present, there are no prop odds offered for the New England quarterback’s passing yards. Please revisit for an update later in the week.
NFL Week 5 Betting Promos
Special promotions for Michigan sports bettors are being offered by online sportsbooks in Michigan as we near Week 5 of the season.
Earn $10 of FREEPLAY at BetMGM
Every Sunday, BetMGM Michigan is giving away $10 of FREEPLAY for either Detroit Lions Blackjack or Detroit Lions Roulette live dealer games. To qualify, simply make a $20 bet on an NFL game with minimum odds of -200.
Stepped-up parlays at DraftKings
DraftKings Sportsbook MI is offering a Single-Game Parlay boost for use on Thursday, Sunday, and Monday. By choosing to participate, you will receive one SGP boost for each of the three days. The boost begins at 20% for 3 legs and increases to 100% for 10 or more legs. Each leg must have minimum odds of -300 or higher, and the total SGP odds must be +100 or higher.
For Thursday’s game only, DraftKings will reimburse you with a free bet up to $10 in case your SGP loses.
Insurance going around at BetRivers
This week, BetRivers Sportsbook MI is providing parlay insurance.
If you create a Same Game Parlay with at least 4 legs in the NFL, you can receive a refund in free bets (up to $25) if only one of your legs ends up losing.
This week, BetRivers is providing an exciting opportunity for Sunday Night Football. Place a bet on a player to score the first touchdown in the Bengals vs. Ravens game. Even if your chosen player doesn’t score first but manages to score a touchdown, you’ll receive a refund in free bets, up to $25.
Free bet for a SGP wager at SI Sportsbook
If your same game parlay wager of $15+ loses, SI Sportsbook MI, the latest online sportsbook in Michigan, will give you a $10 free bet. The odds for the SGP must be +300 or higher.
If you place a 3+ leg parlay of $25 or more on Sunday and it wins with odds of +300 or higher, SI Sportsbook will reward you with a $20 free bet. Please note that same game parlays and BetBuilder bets are excluded from this promotion.
