Lions vs. Panthers: NFL Week 16 Early Odds, Picks & Predictions (2022)
Last week, I suggested picking up the Vikings at -5.5, thinking that the Vikings would take care of the Lions. I was wrong on that one.
However, I also suggested taking the Dolphins at +7 against the Bills and the Patriots at +2 against the Raiders. The Dolphins didn’t move because of a poor performance last week. However, the Patriots are now at EVEN. So we essentially went 1-1-1 with our EV picks last week.
I’m hoping to get at least two EV selections this week. And here’s a closer look at Lions vs. Panthers.
(Odds courtesy DraftKings Sportsbook)
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Lions vs. Panthers: NFL Week 16 Early Odds, Picks & Predictions (2022)
The Lions are playing tremendous football right now. They’re taking on the Jets this week, looking to get to .500 on the season. The playoffs aren’t out of the question. A win against the Jets and Panthers would make the Lions over .500.
If the Lions lose to the Jets, nothing will happen to the -2.5-point spread. However, if the Lions end up defeating the Jets on the road, they’ll quickly become a field goal favorite or more before next Sunday.
Meanwhile, oddsmakers will shrug their shoulders if the Panthers beat the Steelers. The Panthers are expected to win by three points anyway and likely won’t blow out the Steelers.
Back the Lions at -2.5 over the Panthers for Week 16.
Bet: Lions -2.5 (-110)
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