Date: Sunday, October 27, 2024
Venue: Ford Field, Detroit, MI
Broadcast: Fox
Point Spread: Lions favored by 11.5 points
Total Points (Over/Under): 45
- Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
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The Tennessee Titans (1-5) are headed to Ford Field this Sunday to challenge the Detroit Lions (5-1). Currently, the Lions are 11.5-point favorites for this encounter. The over/under is set at 45 points.
The Titans bring a record of 1-5 into this game. In their most recent outing, they faced off against the Buffalo Bills, suffering a defeat with a final score of 34-10. Quarterback Mason Rudolph completed 25 of 40 passes for 215 yards and tossed 1 touchdown but also had 1 interception, leading to a quarterback rating of 74.5. Running back Tony Pollard contributed with 16 carries for 61 yards, averaging 3.8 yards per attempt. Chigoziem Okonkwo added 50 yards on 4 receptions, averaging 12.5 yards per catch. Overall, the Titans ran the ball 24 times for a total of 89 yards, averaging 3.7 yards per carry. They executed 64 plays, accumulating 289 total yards. Defensively, Tennessee allowed 21 completions out of 33 attempts for 315 yards, reflecting a 63.6% completion rate. In terms of rushing defense, the Titans conceded 74 yards on 20 carries, which averages out to 3.7 yards per rush.
This season, the Titans have amassed a total of 1,555 yards. Offensively, they have recorded 52 first downs and have been penalized 42 times for a total of 344 yards. In terms of scoring, Tennessee has registered 6 passing touchdowns and 5 rushing touchdowns, while turning the ball over 12 times (8 interceptions and 4 fumbles). On average, they are rushing for 113.3 yards per game, placing them 21st in the league. Overall, the Titans are averaging 17.7 points per game.
Defensively, the Titans have surrendered 1,000 passing yards, ranking them 2nd in the NFL. They allow an average of 166.7 passing yards per game, yielding a completion percentage of 59.6%. The defense has given up 7 passing touchdowns and 5 rushing touchdowns, leading to a total yardage allowed of 272.2 yards per game, placing them at the top of the NFL rankings. They permit 3.9 yards per rushing attempt and 105.5 yards per game on the ground. Overall, Tennessee ranks 21st in terms of points allowed, averaging 24.0 points given up per contest, having conceded 633 rushing yards over their last six games.
On the other side, the Lions enter this matchup with a solid 5-1 record for the season. In their last game, they pulled off a narrow victory over the Minnesota Vikings, winning 31-29. Quarterback Jared Goff threw for 280 yards with 2 touchdowns on an impressive 22 of 25 passing, resulting in a quarterback rating of 140. He did not throw any interceptions and averaged 11.2 yards per attempt. Running back Jahmyr Gibbs had a standout performance, carrying the ball 15 times for 116 yards, averaging 7.7 yards per attempt. Wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown was a key target, catching 8 passes for 112 yards, averaging 14.0 yards per reception. The Lions rushed for 144 yards on 27 carries, averaging 5.3 yards per attempt. Their offense executed 52 plays, amassing 391 total yards at 7.5 yards per play. On defense, the Lions allowed a completion percentage of 81.5%, yielding 244 yards on 22 completions from 27 attempts. They also permitted 139 yards on 21 rushes, averaging 6.6 yards per carry.
As far as scoring goes, the Lions rank 3rd in the NFL, averaging 30.3 points per game. To date, they have recorded 1,538 passing yards, averaging 256.3 per game, which ranks them 3rd league-wide. Their rushing attack has also been strong, averaging 155.5 yards, totaling 933 yards this season. Overall, the Detroit Lions are generating an impressive average of 411.8 yards per game, placing them 2nd in the NFL. They have accrued 419 penalty yards from 47 infractions this season, ranking them 10th in the league.
Defensively, the Lions are allowing 20.0 points per game, holding them at 9th overall in the NFL. They have conceded 5 passing touchdowns and allow 245.8 passing yards per game, ranking them 27th in the league. The Lions have given up 555 total rushing yards, averaging 92.5 yards per game and allowing 6 rushing touchdowns this season. The Detroit defense has participated in 369 plays, which ranks them 7th in the NFL and has managed 11 takeaways (3 fumbles and 8 interceptions) throughout the season.
Which team will manage to cover the spread in this Titans versus Lions NFL matchup?
FreePrediction: Take the Titans +11.5
