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Lions vs. Cardinals Prediction: Detroit Predicted to Win Following Latest Data Analysis for NFL Week 3 [2024]
The Arizona Cardinals and Detroit Lions will meet in Week 3 of the NFL season at State Farm Stadium on Sunday, with kickoff at 4:25PM ET.
Based on the latest simulation results, Dimers' advanced NFL model (see Dimers Pro for full access) projects the Lions as the most likely winner of today's game.
"Using the most recent data, our experts ran 10,000 simulations of Sunday's Lions-Cardinals game," said Dimers' Chief Content Officer, Nick Slade.
"After accounting for recent updates and other variables, our prediction shows the Lions with a win probability of 58%, while the Cardinals have 42%."
Lions vs. Cardinals Game-Day Updates and Essential Details
The NFL Week 3 action between the Cardinals and Lions at State Farm Stadium is scheduled to commence at 4:25PM ET.
- Who: Detroit Lions vs. Arizona Cardinals
- Date: Sunday, September 22, 2024
- Time: 4:25PM ET/1:25PM PT
- Venue: State Farm Stadium
- Tickets: Get tickets for the game on Ticketmaster
- Merchandise: Buy Cardinals and Lions gear at Fanatics
- Live Stream: Watch this game on FOX via Hulu or FuboTV
Dimers.com's in-depth preview of Sunday's Lions vs. Cardinals matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
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Lions vs. Cardinals Predictions
Using innovative machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the result of Sunday's NFL game between the Lions and Cardinals 10,000 times as part of our NFL predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model currently gives the Lions a 58% chance of beating the Cardinals in Week 3 of the NFL season. Our predicted final score has the Lions winning 27-24.
According to our model, the Cardinals (+3) have a 56% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 51.5 points has an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
As well as the above Lions vs. Cardinals predictions, we also have the following locked and loaded for today's action:
Lions vs. Cardinals Odds
We have researched the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
Bet Type | Lions | Cardinals |
---|---|---|
Spread | -3 (-102) | +3 (-114) |
Moneyline | -148 | +130 |
Total | o51.5 (-108) | u51.5 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Lions vs. Cardinals Picks
Our model's strongest edge in today's Lions vs. Cardinals matchup is on the over/under.
Our expert predictions, aligned with the best odds, reveal the best NFL picks for every game throughout the season.
Full access to our picks, including this one, is available via Dimers Pro.
Lions vs. Cardinals TD Scorers
Who will score the first touchdown in Lions vs. Cardinals?
According to our model, Arizona's James Conner is most likely to score the first touchdown in Lions vs. Cardinals.
Our projections give Conner an 11.7% chance of getting in for six first at State Farm Stadium, while the Cardinals RB is a 52.2% chance of registering an anytime touchdown.
First Touchdown Scorer Predictions
Detroit Lions
Player | First TD Probability |
---|---|
David Montgomery | 11.4% |
Jahmyr Gibbs | 11.1% |
Amon-Ra St. Brown | 7.7% |
Arizona Cardinals
Player | First TD Probability |
---|---|
James Conner | 11.7% |
Marvin Harrison | 8.0% |
Trey McBride | 7.0% |
Anytime Touchdown Scorer Predictions
Detroit Lions
Player | Anytime TD Probability |
---|---|
David Montgomery | 50.8% |
Jahmyr Gibbs | 50.3% |
Amon-Ra St. Brown | 38.9% |
Arizona Cardinals
Player | Anytime TD Probability |
---|---|
James Conner | 52.2% |
Marvin Harrison | 38.3% |
Trey McBride | 34.0% |
For a complete analysis of the most likely first and anytime TD scorers this week, see our NFL Week 3 touchdown scorer predictions
Lions vs Cardinals Player Props
Discover our predictions for the players likely to lead in passing, rushing and receiving yards for both the Lions and Cardinals. For detailed projections, join Dimers Pro.
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Lions vs. Cardinals Quarterbacks
Of the starting quarterbacks, the Lions' Jared Goff is projected to throw for more yards than the Cardinals' Kyler Murray.
Lions Rushing
Jahmyr Gibbs, David Montgomery and Jared Goff are projected to be the leading rushers for the Lions.
Player | Position |
---|---|
Jahmyr Gibbs | RB |
David Montgomery | RB |
Jared Goff | QB |
Cardinals Rushing
James Conner, Kyler Murray and Trey Benson are expected to lead the Cardinals in rushing yards.
Player | Position |
---|---|
James Conner | RB |
Kyler Murray | QB |
Trey Benson | RB |
Lions Receiving
Amon-Ra St. Brown, Jameson Williams, Sam LaPorta, Jahmyr Gibbs and Kalif Raymond are projected to top the receiving yards for the Lions.
Player | Position |
---|---|
Amon-Ra St. Brown | WR |
Jameson Williams | WR |
Sam LaPorta | TE |
Jahmyr Gibbs | RB |
Kalif Raymond | WR |
Cardinals Receiving
Marvin Harrison, Trey McBride, Greg Dortch, Michael Wilson and Elijah Higgins are projected to lead the Cardinals in receiving yards.
Player | Position |
---|---|
Marvin Harrison | WR |
Trey McBride | TE |
Greg Dortch | WR |
Michael Wilson | WR |
Elijah Higgins | TE |
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Conclusion
We predict the Lions, with a 58% win probability, will likely beat the Cardinals on Sunday.
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