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As the opening of NFL training camps draws near, it’s the perfect moment to contemplate the futures and prop bets for the 2019 Detroit Lions.
In summary, the odds are not in favor of Detroit winning their inaugural Super Bowl next February. It would be quite unexpected if the Lions manage to secure a spot in the playoffs.
However, it doesn’t imply that there are no good betting opportunities for the 2019 Lions season.
Legal 2019 Detroit Lions futures bets
Sports betting is currently illegal in Michigan, with Indiana being the nearest state where this activity is permitted. In preparation for offering sportsbooks, Indiana’s casinos and online operators are currently occupied with necessary arrangements.
When the sportsbooks in Indiana open, Michigan residents will have the opportunity to cross the border and place bets. Unlike Indiana residents, Michigan residents are not required to be residents of the state in order to participate in betting activities under the Indiana law.
However, the situation in the Wolverine State may undergo a transformation as bills have been introduced to legalize sports betting in Michigan. The primary obstacle that could prevent any of these bills from becoming law is Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s apprehensions regarding the impact of the tax structure on the state’s lottery education fund.
Although there is a possibility for Michigan residents to legally bet on Lions games if the legislature and Gov. Whitmer reach a compromise, it is unlikely to occur in time for the upcoming NFL season.
Regardless of the legal situation in the state, the Lions are eagerly anticipating the upcoming 2019 season in Lansing and are not willing to wait for the city to resolve its differences.
Lions Super Bowl odds show oddsmakers are sheepish
According to oddsmakers, the likelihood of the Detroit Lions winning a Super Bowl title in February 2020 is very low, likening them to lambs.
At all the online bookmakers that accept legal bets from other states, Super Bowl 2020 odds have been posted. However, the Lions are considered as underdogs to win at each of these platforms.
Both FanDuel Sportsbook and BetStars NJ have Detroit listed at +8000, meaning that if you bet $100, you could potentially win $8,000. This is applicable in both New Jersey and Pennsylvania.
The odds at DraftKings Sportsbook are even more favorable, standing at +12500.
It is safe to say that the Lions do not have a favorable reputation among legal bookmakers.
Lions 2019 NFC odds and NFC North odds
The books mentioned earlier are offering odds on the outcome of the upcoming NFC championship game, specifically regarding Detroit’s chances of winning.
FanDuel places the odds of Detroit winning the NFC at +4000, while DraftKings is slightly less optimistic, giving the Lions odds of +5000.
In order to increase their chances of winning the NFC, it would be beneficial for the team to secure the NFC North division title. Despite not being the favored team, there are odds available for the Lions in case they manage to surprise the experts.
Lions’ odds to win the NFC North division
According to sportsbooks, the chances of any of the remaining three teams in the NFC North winning are higher compared to the 2019 Detroit Lions futures. This implies that if the Detroit Lions were to surprise the NFL world with a victory, there is a potential for significant winnings.
The chances of the Chicago Bears, Green Bay Packers, and Minnesota Vikings winning the division are favorable, whereas the Detroit Lions’ odds are not favored by anyone. Among these teams, the Vikings have the longest odds to win at +225.
At FanDuel, the Lions have odds of +1100, while at DraftKings, they are listed at +1400.
Odds on the Lions making the playoffs in 2019
According to FanDuel, the Lions are listed at +900 to secure one of the NFC’s wildcard spots in 2019. Alongside two other books, FanDuel offers bettors a straightforward choice: Can Detroit qualify for the playoffs in 2019, either as a wildcard or by clinching the NFC North title?
It is not surprising that the chances of receiving a positive answer to that question are significantly higher. FanDuel offers a betting line of +490 for a “yes” outcome.
The reason behind the potentially high payouts for the Lions reaching the postseason is not hard to grasp, especially when taking into account the over/under on their season win total.
2019 Detroit Lions futures: season win total
It appears that sportsbooks have come to an agreement on the Lions’ season win total, with the majority listing it at 6.5 wins.
In the upcoming season-opening game at Arizona, Detroit is expected to be the underdog, with the Cardinals currently being favored by up to 2 1/2 points. Additionally, the game total is set at a maximum of 48 1/2 points.
The success of the Lions in Week 1, or if they exceed their season win total, will solely be attributed to the valuable contributions made by players on their roster.
Lions 2019 player prop bets: Stafford leads the pride
While the signing of defensive end Trey Flowers made headlines in the offseason, the focus of Lions player prop bets for the upcoming season remains on a well-known player from Detroit.
FanDuel has Matthew Stafford listed as a potential MVP contender, although his odds are quite low. He is given a +5000 chance to win the award in 2019.
However, Stafford isn’t just present in the MVP race; FanDuel has also included him in various other prop bets.
- Stafford’s chances of leading the NFL in passing yards in 2019 are +3400.
- FanDuel has given Stafford odds of +8000 to top the league in touchdown passes.
While Stafford remains the main focus of prop bets involving Lions players, there are also other wagers featuring different players from the team.
Other player props: Johnson, Golladay and more
Jahlani Tavai, a linebacker drafted by Detroit in the second round of the 2019 draft from Hawaii, has emerged as a strong candidate for the NFL’s Defensive Rookie of the Year accolade. FanDuel estimates his chances at +5000.
Aside from that, prop bets concerning Lions players are based on statistics.
- FanDuel has listed running back Kerryon Johnson at +3200 odds to top the league in rushing yards.
- Johnson is given odds of +3400 to be the top scorer in rushing touchdowns in the NFL.
- FanDuel offers Kenny Golladay +3400 odds to top the NFL in receiving yards during the 2019 season.
- Marvin Jones Jr. is also listed by FanDuel with odds of +6500 to achieve the same.
- On FanDuel, Golladay has odds of +4400 to top the league in touchdown receptions, whereas Jones Jr. is listed at +5000 for catching the highest number of touchdown passes.
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