Game Date: Thursday, November 28, 2024
Venue: Ford Field, Detroit, MI
Broadcast: CBS
Betting Odds: Lions favored by 9.5 points
Total Points Over/Under: 47.5
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In an exciting Thursday night showdown, the Chicago Bears (4-7) will face off against the Detroit Lions (10-1) at the renowned Ford Field. The Lions are favored to win by 9.5 points, with a total set at 47.5.
The Bears, currently holding a 4-7 record this year, are looking to bounce back after a narrow loss to the Minnesota Vikings, where they fell 30-27. Caleb Williams showcased his skills in the rushing department, carrying the ball 6 times for 33 yards (averaging 5.5 yards per carry). D.J. Moore was pivotal in the receiving game, registering 106 yards on 7 receptions, which translates to an impressive average of 15.1 yards per catch. Quarterback Caleb Williams completed 32 of 47 passes for 340 yards and 2 touchdowns, achieving a quarterback rating of 103.1 while not throwing any interceptions. On the defensive front, the Bears allowed 124 rushing yards on 27 attempts (4.6 yards per carry) and conceded 23 completions out of 35 attempts for a total of 328 passing yards at a completion rate of 65.7%. In total, the Bears ran 70 plays accumulating 398 yards, with their ground game contributing 78 yards on 22 carries (3.5 yards per carry).
This season, the Bears have gained a total of 3,288 yards, recording 111 first downs while facing 70 penalties for 528 yards. They’ve scored 11 touchdowns through the air and another 12 on the ground, although they’ve also encountered 9 turnovers (5 interceptions and 4 fumbled balls). The Bears are averaging 111.8 rushing yards per game, placing them 22nd in the league, and putting points on the board at an average of 20.1 per game.
Defensively, Chicago has surrendered 2,302 passing yards which ranks them as the 11th best in the league. They are giving up an average of 209.3 passing yards per game, with a completion percentage against of 62.8%. Additionally, they’ve allowed 9 passing touchdowns and 12 rushing touchdowns. Overall, the Bears are giving up 339.0 yards per contest, positioning them 17th in the NFL. Opponents have managed to run for an average of 4.8 yards per carry and 129.7 rushing yards per game this season. Chicago boasts a strong defense, ranking 8th in the league with an average of 19.7 points allowed per game, giving up a total of 1,427 rushing yards in 11 games played.
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The Lions enter this game with an impressive 10-1 record. In their most recent game, Detroit triumphed over the Indianapolis Colts with a score of 24-6. Jahmyr Gibbs had a solid performance, rushing 21 times for 90 yards, averaging 4.3 yards per carry. Jameson Williams led the receiving efforts, catching 5 passes for 64 yards, which averages out to 12.8 yards per catch. Quarterback Jared Goff completed 26 of 36 attempts for 269 yards, achieving a quarterback rating of 93.4 without throwing any interceptions, averaging 7.5 yards per pass attempt. The Lions’ defense held the opposing team to 21 rushing attempts for 96 yards (4.6 yards per carry) while their pass defense was stellar, allowing a mere 39.3% completion rate on 11 completions out of 28 attempts for 172 yards. With a total offense of 390 yards on 69 plays, Detroit ran for an average of 4.2 yards per attempt, totaling 137 rushing yards.
On the offensive side, Detroit ranks 1st in the NFL in scoring, averaging 32.7 points per game. They have amassed 2,678 passing yards this season, resulting in an average of 243.5 passing yards per game, putting them 6th overall. On the ground, the Lions are averaging 150.8 yards per contest, totaling 1,659 rushing yards so far this season, with their offensive unit gaining 394.3 yards per game—ranking them 2nd in the league. However, the Lions have also received 651 penalty yards from 68 infractions, marking them as the 19th team in terms of penalties aiding their opponents.
On the defensive front, Detroit has allowed 7 passing touchdowns and 227.2 yards per game through the air, ranking them 25th. They’ve given up 1,044 rushing yards this season (94.9 yards per game) along with 9 rushing touchdowns. The Lions’ defense has produced 19 turnovers (5 fumble recoveries and 14 interceptions) this season, participating in a total of 663 plays, which ranks 12th in the league. Remarkably, the Lions are yielding only 16.6 points per game, standing 2nd in the NFL.
Free Prediction: Bet on the Detroit Lions (-9.5)
