New York Jets vs. Detroit Lions: Experts release early Week 3 predictions [2026]

The New York Jets and Detroit Lions will meet in Week 3 of the NFL season at Ford Field on Sunday, September 27, 2026, starting at 1:00 PM ET.

Initial simulations from Dimers' trusted NFL model favor the Lions as the most likely winner of this cross-conference meeting.

For updates all week long, including best bets, player prop projections and touchdown probabilities, check out our interactive Jets vs. Lions predictions page.

NY Jets vs. Detroit early predictions

Leveraging trusted machine learning and analysis, we have simulated the Jets vs. Lions game 10,000 times as part of our NFL predictions coverage. Here are the latest insights:

• Straight up win probabilities: Jets 27.9%, Lions 72.1%
• Predicted final score: Jets 20-27 Lions
• Spread: Jets (+6.5) 50.0%, Lions (-6.5) 50.0%
• Total points (48.5): Over 49.0%, Under 51.0%

As of September 21, 2026, these Jets-Lions figures and predictions reflect the latest data and insights available.

Jets vs. Lions Week 3 details

Sunday's action between the Lions and Jets at Ford Field is scheduled for September 27, 2026.

• Who: New York Jets vs. Detroit Lions
• Date: Sunday, September 27, 2026
• Time: 1:00 PM ET/10:00AM PT
• Venue: Ford Field

Jets vs. Lions opening odds

We've researched the best betting odds across America for this Week 3 game, which are listed here:

• Spread: Jets +6.5 (+104), Lions -6.5 (-108)
• Moneyline: Jets +270, Lions -285
• Total: Over/Under 48.5 (+101/-113)

Odds may continue to move—track live changes via our NFL odds page.

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Conclusion

We predict the Lions, with a 72.1% win probability, will likely beat the Jets in Week 3 of the NFL season. Dimers.com will provide full game coverage closer to kickoff, so stay tuned for updates.

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