New-Look Lions An Underdog Against Struggling Bears In NFL Week 13

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The Detroit Lions have had a weekend full of exciting events.

Following yet another humiliating loss on Thanksgiving, the era of Matt Patricia and Bob Quinn has come to an end.

As the Lions roster heads out to face the Chicago Bears on Sunday afternoon in Week 13 of the 2020 NFL season, will the forthcoming changes cause significant disruption?

Lions vs. Bears odds: A tale of two struggling teams

Despite both teams struggling, oddsmakers favor the Bears (5-6, 2-3 home) over the Lions (4-7, 3-3 road) in Sunday’s 1 p.m. ET kickoff on Fox.

At the beginning of the week, there were limited sportsbooks providing odds for the Lions vs. Bears game. The participation of Chicago quarterback Nick Foles was uncertain due to a hip injury that caused him to miss the previous Sunday night’s game. However, his availability for the game against the Lions has not been completely ruled out.

The odds for the Lions vs. Bears matchup are now available on the five sportsbooks we are monitoring. (Odds were last updated on Friday, Dec. 4 at 9:30 a.m.)

Lions at Bears Week 13 odds	BetMGM	DraftKings	FanDuel	PointsBet	William Hill
Point spread (-110 juice unless noted)	DET +3 CHI -3	DET +3 CHI -3	DET +3 (-105) CHI -3 (-115)	DET +3 (-105) CHI -3 (-115)	DET +3 CHI -3
Moneyline	DET +140 CHI -165	DET +145 CHI -165	DET +144 CHI -172	DET +140 CHI -165	DET +140 CHI -160
Total points (-110 juice unless noted)	O 44.5 U 44.5	O 44.5 U 44.5	O 44.5 U 44.5	O 44.5 (-105) U 44.5 (-115)	O 45 U 45

The Bears were initially favored by sportsbooks at home on Monday. DraftKings Sportsbook had Chicago listed as a 5-point favorite against the Lions, while William Hill had them at 5.5 points. However, as the day progressed, the spread decreased to 3.5 points and is currently at 3 points in most sportsbooks.

Sportsbooks have reduced the total for the over/under from 45 points on Monday to either 44 or 44.5 points.

The sportsbooks we were monitoring on Tuesday had reached a consensus on a 3-point spread and a total of 44.5. It is intriguing to explore the moneyline totals for some line shopping, considering the identical spread.

Books maintain their 3-point spread as the week transitions into the weekend.

Casino closures keep NFL betting limited for now

The state of Michigan is entering its last week of a three-week pandemic closure order imposed by the Department of Health and Human Services. This order will remain in effect until at least December 8th.

Greektown Casino, MGM Grand Detroit, and MotorCity Casino in Detroit are currently closed in compliance with the order. Additionally, a few tribal casinos have chosen to temporarily shut down.

Due to the escalating number of COVID-19 cases, numerous casinos that remain operational have chosen to implement more stringent safety measures, in addition to those already closed.

As of December 1, the available choices for betting on NFL football in Michigan are:

• William Hill is located in Turtle Creek.
• The casino formerly known as Leelanau Sands is now operated by William Hill.
• The Kambi location of Four Winds can be found in Dowagiac, Hartford, and New Buffalo.
• Parx at Gun Lake Casino
• Sci Games’ FireKeepers Casino
• BetAmerica is an Island Resort & Casino.
• The Fox Bet is a casino located in Petoskey and Mackinaw City, known as Odawa Casino.

Regrettably, the implementation of online betting in the state is still underway, but making steady progress. The anticipated timeframe for completion is set for mid-to-late December. Stay updated with the latest developments by referring to this source.

Chicago with bragging rights in Lions vs. Bears history

With a wealth of history in the NFL, the Bears and Lions stand among the league’s most storied teams. Their encounters have amounted to an impressive 181 meetings, with Chicago reigning supreme in the all-time series, boasting a 102-74-5 advantage.

The Lions have suffered five consecutive defeats against Chicago. One of those losses was a 27-23 defeat in Detroit, marking the opening match of the 2020 season on September 13. Despite being considered 2.5-point underdogs, the Bears managed to overcome a 23-6 disadvantage in the fourth quarter and emerged victorious.

It is important for sports bettors in Michigan to be aware that the Lions have a poor track record when it comes to covering the spread in their recent road games, winning only 3 out of 11. Moreover, as a road underdog, Detroit has struggled even more, with only 2 wins in their last eight games against the spread.

Additionally, it is important to mention that the Bears have not been successful in covering the spread in their last four games as the favored team.

Lions move on from Quinntricia

On Saturday, the Detroit Lions shifted the spotlight from college football as they made a significant announcement: general manager Bob Quinn and head coach Matt Patricia, also known as the Quinntricia era, were relieved of their duties.

Following a disappointing 41-25 defeat against the Houston Texans at their home ground last Thursday, the Detroit Lions’ record for the season now stands at 4-7. Consequently, the firing of personnel closely follows this performance.

Patricia’s record in his 43 games with Detroit was a disappointing 13-29-1. Despite Jim Caldwell’s successful four-year tenure as coach, with a record of 36-28, Quinn chose to fire him and hire Patricia.

Darrell Bevell assumes the role of interim coach, stepping up from his position as the team’s defensive coordinator. Under Bevell’s leadership, the Detroit team currently ranks 31st in points allowed, with an average of 29.8 per game, and 29th in total defense, allowing an average of 396.2 yards per game.

Matthew Stafford’s potential departure from the Lions in the offseason could be indicated by the recent changes made at the top. Throughout this season, the veteran quarterback, who has been with the team for 12 years, has achieved significant stats with 2,876 passing yards and 18 touchdowns. In the recent defeat against the Texans, Stafford threw for 295 yards, along with one touchdown and one interception.

Stafford is optimistic about the return of receiver Kenny Golladay and running back D’Andre Swift this week. Golladay has been absent from the last three games due to a hip injury, while Swift has missed the past two contests because of a concussion. Their status is currently being evaluated on a day-to-day basis.

Bears drop fifth straight, so can Lions roar to victory?

After starting the season with an impressive 5-1 record, placing them firmly in the playoff picture, the Bears from Chicago have encountered a downfall. Unfortunately, they have faced defeat in their last five consecutive games, causing their overall record to plummet to 5-6.

In a disappointing 41-25 defeat against the Green Bay Packers, the Bears stumbled on Sunday night. Despite having a bye week prior, Chicago lacked energy right from the beginning and found themselves trailing 27-3 in the first half.

Due to a hip injury sustained during the Week 10 defeat against the Minnesota Vikings, Nick Foles was unable to participate in the game. Although Foles did not practice last week, his condition continues to be evaluated on a day-to-day basis for the upcoming week.

After being replaced by Foles earlier in the season, Mitchell Trubisky made a comeback to the starting lineup against the Packers. Despite throwing for 242 yards and three touchdowns, he also had two interceptions. However, it’s worth noting that the majority of his impressive stats came when the outcome of the game was already decided.

Trubisky has had exceptional performances against the Detroit Lions, which is great news for him. In his previous four starts against them, he has thrown for an impressive 1,067 yards, scoring 12 touchdowns and only throwing one interception.

Trubisky has showcased his top-notch passing skills against the Lions in two out of his three best performances. On November 11, 2018, he dominated the field with an impressive 355 yards and three touchdowns against Detroit. He continued his success on November 28, 2019, throwing for 338 yards and three touchdowns.

David Montgomery stood out as a positive aspect for Chicago despite their defeat against the Packers. Despite missing the previous game against Minnesota due to a concussion, Montgomery showcased his skills by rushing for 103 yards on 11 carries. Additionally, he made five receptions for 40 yards and scored a touchdown.

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