Vikings vs. Lions Predictions and Odds - Dec 5, 2021

The Detroit Lions square off with the Minnesota Vikings in NFL Week 13 action at Ford Field on Sunday, commencing at 1:00 PM EST.

Dimers' top betting picks for Vikings vs. Lions, as well as our score prediction, best odds and player props, are detailed in this article.

Who will win Vikings vs. Lions?

Based on cutting-edge computer power and data, Dimers.com has simulated Sunday's Vikings-Lions NFL matchup 10,000 times.

Dimers' independent predictive analytics model, DimersBOT, gives the Vikings a 74% chance of beating the Lions.

MORE: Full Betting Guide for Vikings vs. Lions

Point Spread, Moneyline and Over/Under

The Lions are +7 underdogs against the Vikings, with -105 at BetMGM the best odds available.

For the favored Vikings (-7) to cover the spread, Caesars Sportsbook has the best odds on offer at -110.

BetMGM has the best moneyline odds for the Lions at +280. That means you can bet $100 to profit $280, earning a total payout of $380, if they win.

Elsewhere, DraftKings Sportsbook has the best moneyline odds for the Vikings at -305, where you can risk $305 to win $100, for a total payout of $405, if they come out on top.

The Over/Under for total points scored sits at 47.5 with Caesars Sportsbook, which has the best odds for the Over at -110, as well as the best odds for the Under at -110.

As always, make sure you check all the online sportsbooks that are available in your state for the best NFL odds and lines.

According to DimersBOT, the bookmakers have got it right and both the Vikings and Lions are a 50% chance of covering the spread, while the Over/Under total of 47.5 points is a 54% chance of going Under.

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Best Bets for Vikings vs. Lions

• Spread: Lions +7 at -105 with BetMGM (50% probability)
• Moneyline: Lions Win at +280 with BetMGM
• Over/Under: Under 47.5 at -110 with Caesars Sportsbook (54% probability)

While the Vikings are more likely to win the game, according to DimersBOT, betting on the Lions moneyline is the best option because of the edge found when comparing our data-led probabilities to the sportsbooks' odds.

Taking advantage of the edges seen on Dimers is one of the keys to being profitable in the long run.

Vikings vs. Lions Score Prediction

Dimers.com's predicted final score for Minnesota vs. Detroit at Ford Field on Sunday has the Vikings winning 26-19.

Use our interactive widget below to view the current Spread, Over/Under and Moneyline probabilities and odds for the game, and click or tap on See Matchup to reveal more.

Dimers has full coverage of this week's Vikings-Lions matchup, including pre-game predictions, free picks, and live win probabilities.

Vikings vs. Lions Player Props

Who will score an anytime touchdown in Vikings vs. Lions? The data is in.

Listed below are the most likely first touchdown and most likely anytime touchdown scorers for both the Vikings and Lions, as well as projected player stats.

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According to DimersBOT, Minnesota's Alexander Mattison is most likely to score the first TD in Vikings vs. Lions.

DimersBOT gives Mattison a 14.6% chance of getting in for six first at Ford Field, while the Vikings RB is a 56.9% chance of scoring an anytime touchdown.

First Touchdown Scorer Probabilities

Minnesota Vikings

• Alexander Mattison: 14.6% probability
• Adam Thielen: 11.7% probability
• Justin Jefferson: 10.4% probability
• Kene Nwangwu: 6.8% probability
• Tyler Conklin: 5.6% probability

Detroit Lions

• Jamaal Williams: 11.2% probability
• Godwin Igwebuike: 6.6% probability
• T.J. Hockenson: 6.1% probability
• Amon-Ra St. Brown: 5.0% probability
• Josh Reynolds: 4.2% probability

Anytime Touchdown Scorer Probabilities

Minnesota Vikings

• Alexander Mattison: 56.9% probability
• Adam Thielen: 48.5% probability
• Justin Jefferson: 45.4% probability
• Kene Nwangwu: 30.8% probability
• Tyler Conklin: 26.8% probability

Detroit Lions

• Jamaal Williams: 46.7% probability
• Godwin Igwebuike: 31.1% probability
• T.J. Hockenson: 29.2% probability
• Amon-Ra St. Brown: 25.4% probability
• Josh Reynolds: 22.8% probability

Projected Box Score

Of the starting quarterbacks, the Vikings' Kirk Cousins is projected to have a big game with 287 passing yards and 2.1 passing touchdowns, while the Lions' Jared Goff is expected to throw for 240 yards and 1.4 TDs.

Vikings Starting QB

• Kirk Cousins: 287 Passing Yards, 2.1 Passing TDs

Lions Starting QB

• Jared Goff: 240 Passing Yards, 1.4 Passing TDs

Vikings Rushing

• Alexander Mattison: 77 Rushing Yards, 0.5 TDs
• Kene Nwangwu: 28 Rushing Yards, 0.2 TDs
• Kirk Cousins: 4 Rushing Yards, 0.1 TDs

Lions Rushing

• Jamaal Williams: 59 Rushing Yards, 0.4 TDs
• Godwin Igwebuike: 27 Rushing Yards, 0.2 TDs
• Jermar Jefferson: 10 Rushing Yards, 0.1 TDs

Vikings Receiving

• Justin Jefferson: 81 Receiving Yards, 0.5 TDs
• Adam Thielen: 73 Receiving Yards, 0.6 TDs
• Tyler Conklin: 32 Receiving Yards, 0.3 TDs
• Alexander Mattison: 28 Receiving Yards, 0.3 TDs
• K.J. Osborn: 27 Receiving Yards, 0.2 TDs

Lions Receiving

• T.J. Hockenson: 54 Receiving Yards, 0.3 TDs
• Josh Reynolds: 45 Receiving Yards, 0.2 TDs
• Amon-Ra St. Brown: 42 Receiving Yards, 0.2 TDs
• Kalif Raymond: 39 Receiving Yards, 0.2 TDs
• Jamaal Williams: 25 Receiving Yards, 0.2 TDs

Remember, DimersBOT updates often, so check this article for any changes to our betting insights ahead of Vikings vs. Lions on Sunday December 5, 2021.

Vikings vs. Lions 2021 Game Info

When do the Lions play the Vikings?

• Date: Sunday December 5, 2021
• Time: 1:00 PM EST / 10:00 AM PST
• Venue: Ford Field

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