Lions vs. Commanders NFL Divisional Round Betting Lines

Detroit Lions NFL Divisional Round Betting Lines

The Detroit Lions have been the NFC’s standout team since Week 1, when they secured a 26-20 overtime victory over the Los Angeles Rams as 5.5-point favorites. Dan Campbell’s squad capped off their remarkable season in Week 18 by defeating division rival Minnesota to clinch the NFC’s No. 1 seed for the first time in franchise history. The achievement was well-earned, as the Lions overcame numerous defensive injuries to post a conference-best 15 straight-up (SU) wins and backed it up with an impressive 11 against-the-spread (ATS) tallies. Remarkably, Detroit was an underdog just once, winning that game 31-29 at Minnesota. Across their other 16 games, they averaged laying 5.8 points per contest. Powered by the NFL’s No. 2 total offense (409.5 YPG) and league-leading scoring offense (33.2 PPG), the Lions have consistently overcome challenges with an explosive attack reminiscent of "The Greatest Show on Turf." This team is something special, and overlooking them in your futures portfolio could be a costly mistake—line value or not. Up first on the playoffs docket will be a game Washington Commanders outfit that just went into Tampa Bay and scored the upset road win to advance into the Division Round for the first time since 2005. Early action reports from the online sportsbook find NFL bettors being bullish of the home team, but the number to beat has moved against them.

Last week was the prime opportunity to maximize value on Detroit’s postseason futures. The Lions were +400 to win Super Bowl LIX and +180 to take the NFC crown. Now, Jared Goff and his mates are the +300 favorites to lift the Lombardi Trophy and +115 to represent the conference in the big game—dramatic shifts from their preseason odds of +1200 and +550, respectively. It’s almost comical to recall that Detroit shared the same -250 odds to make the playoffs as the Cincinnati Bengals!

NFL Divisional Round Betting Lines

Washington Commanders +9.5

Detroit Lions -9.5

Over/Under: 55

Money Line: Commanders +402, Lions -528

Detroit Lions Divisional Round Matchup

On Saturday, January 18, 2025, the Detroit Lions will take on the Washington Commanders from Ford Field in Detroit, MI. Kickoff time is set for 8 p.m. ET with television coverage on FOX. The NFL Division Round betting lines hit the board with the Lions laying 10.5-points and the Over/Under (O/U) set at 56—representing the highest total of the playoff slate. Though the NFC regular season champs have taken in 60+ percent of the bets and 65+ percent of the money, the NFL spread has corrected to a full point to -9.5 letting it be known that more respected NFL crypto betting accounts hammered the Commanders at the open. The Lions proved to be beatable over the course of the regular season in going 7-2 straight up (SU) and 5-4 against the spread (ATS) with the team playing to high scorers five times and an average of 57.2 points denting the board. Both defeats came against playoff qualifiers Tampa Bay and Buffalo with the matches playing to 63 points scored on average. Regardless, total bettors have taken early fliers on the under with 50+ percent of the tickets and handle correcting the market to 55. Strong take considering Detroit has gone for 31+ points in seven of the last eight times it took the field in front of the “Motor city” faithful.

Detroit Lions Week 18 Recap

The Detroit Lions secured their first No. 1 seed and home-field advantage in the NFC playoffs after scoring a dominant 31-9 NFL spread victory over the Minnesota Vikings in Week 18. Jahmyr Gibbs was the star, tying a franchise record with four touchdowns, including three in the second half. He rushed for 139 yards on 23 carries and added 31 receiving yards on five catches, showcasing his explosive playmaking ability. Jared Goff completed 27 of 33 passes for 231 yards, one touchdown, and two interceptions. Despite the turnovers, Goff orchestrated a pivotal 13-play, 70-yard touchdown drive in the third quarter, capped by a 10-yard fourth-down pass to Gibbs. Goff was perfect on the drive, completing all eight of his attempts. Defensively, the Lions limited Minnesota’s red-zone opportunities, holding them to field goals on three trips inside the 20-yard line. Za'Darius Smith and the defensive front pressured quarterback Sam Darnold, who completed just 18 of 41 passes for 205 yards. Detroit’s victory clinched their second straight NFC North title, sending them into the playoffs on a high note with a week off to rest. The Lions aim to end a championship drought dating back to 1957 and make their first Super Bowl appearance. The historic win sets the stage for a potential rematch with Minnesota in the playoffs.

2024 Detroit Lions Schedule, Results & Record

Founded in 1932, the Detroit Lions have a long history, though much of it is marked by struggles. Once a powerhouse in the NFL, the Lions won three NFL championships from 1952 to 1957. Sadly for Detroit, their last title in 1957 is only a distant memory for their older fans, as the team has never appeared in a Super Bowl since its inception in 1966.

While championships have been scarce, the Lions have had many memorable star players over the years. Bobby Layne was the quarterback during their 1950s glory days. In the late 1960s and early 1970s, the Lions fielded competitive teams, including the 1970 playoff squad. These teams featured notable stars such as cornerback Lem Barney, defensive tackle Alex Karras, cornerback Dick LeBeau, linebacker Joe Schmidt, center Ed Flanigan, kicker Errol Mann, and tight end Charlie Sanders.

During this era, the Lions were so popular that they were featured in the major motion picture "Paper Lion," starring Alan Alda, based on a writer's experience trying out for the team and chronicling his training camp journey in a book. In later years, the Lions boasted two of the most electrifying running backs in NFL history: Billy Sims and Barry Sanders, who thrilled fans and gamblers alike with their dynamic performances.

In 1991, the Lions came closest to a Super Bowl appearance, making it to the NFC Championship game before being eliminated by the eventual champion Washington Redskins. Wayne Fontes coached that Lions team and led them to the playoffs four times between 1991 and 1995. Since 2000, the Lions have made the NFL playoffs only four times, but the most recent appearance in 2023 looks to be one of many more with Dan Campbell navigating a ship that’s stocked with some of the league’s most talented and impactful players.

Detroit Lions Past Seasons (2000)

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