The Washington Commanders and Detroit Lions both played close games in Week 1. Washington starting the season 1-0' by beating the Jaguars 28-22, while the Lions came up short in a high-scoring contest against the Eagles, losing 38-35. Our NFL expert has picks, predictions and a best bet for this NFC matchup, so let’s take a look at Sunday’s game.
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NFL Week 2 Washington Commanders vs Detroit Lions prediction
The Commanders looked to be in trouble against the Jaguars and they trailed 22-14 in the fourth quarter, but new quarterback Carson Wentz was able to throw late TD passes to Terry McLaurin and rookie Jahan Dotson to secure the win. The Lions were a popular underdog pick against the Eagles after appearing on Hard Knocks this summer, but their game against the Eagles was not as close as the final score suggests and they trailed by 17 points in the third quarter before coming back to make the score more respectable. Let’s take a look at the odds for Sunday’s game.
Washington Commanders vs Detroit Lions spread, odds & betting lines
Point spread: Commanders +1.5; Lions -1
Total points over/under: 48.5'points
Money line odds: Commanders +105; Lions -120