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Washington Commanders
1/18/25 20:00
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Commanders (+9) to win

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Washington Commanders vs Detroit Lions Prediction & Picks - NFL

 by Simon Day | in NFL Picks

The NFC number one seed Detroit Lions get their playoff campaign underway with a home tie against the sixth seed Washington Commanders on Saturday night. The Lions finished the regular season with a superb 15-2 record, good enough to secure not only the NFC North title, but also a first round playoff bye. The Commanders have had a much trickier route to the Divisional Round. They needed a last gasp field goal from Zane Gonzalez to get past the Bucs on Wild Card weekend, after finishing the regular season in second place in the NFC East. Saturday's game will be the Commanders' first appearance in the Divisional Round in 20 years.

Washington Commanders vs Detroit Lions Form

Washington Commanders and Detroit Lions Latest Matches

Washington Commanders
Washington Commanders Latest matches
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Victories

6/6 (100%)

Draw

0/6 (0%)

Defeats

0/6 (0%)

Jan 12, 2025 - NFL

Washington Commanders
23 :  20
Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Jan 5, 2025 - NFL

Washington Commanders
23 :  19
Dallas Cowboys

Dec 29, 2024 - NFL

Atlanta Falcons
24 :  30
Washington Commanders

Dec 22, 2024 - NFL

Philadelphia Eagles
33 :  36
Washington Commanders

Dec 15, 2024 - NFL

Washington Commanders
20 :  19
New Orleans Saints

Dec 1, 2024 - NFL

Tennessee Titans
19 :  42
Washington Commanders
W L L W W W
Victories

4/6 (67%)

Draw

0/6 (0%)

Defeats

2/6 (33%)

Dec 29, 2024 - NFL

Atlanta Falcons
24 :  30
Washington Commanders

Dec 22, 2024 - NFL

Philadelphia Eagles
33 :  36
Washington Commanders

Dec 1, 2024 - NFL

Tennessee Titans
19 :  42
Washington Commanders

Nov 24, 2024 - NFL

Dallas Cowboys
34 :  26
Washington Commanders

Nov 10, 2024 - NFL

Pittsburgh Steelers
28 :  27
Washington Commanders

Oct 27, 2024 - NFL

Chicago Bears
15 :  18
Washington Commanders
L W L W W W
Victories

4/6 (67%)

Draw

0/6 (0%)

Defeats

2/6 (33%)

Jan 12, 2025 - NFL

Washington Commanders
23 :  20
Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Jan 5, 2025 - NFL

Washington Commanders
23 :  19
Dallas Cowboys

Dec 15, 2024 - NFL

Washington Commanders
20 :  19
New Orleans Saints

Nov 14, 2024 - NFL

Washington Commanders
18 :  26
Philadelphia Eagles

Nov 3, 2024 - NFL

Washington Commanders
27 :  22
New York Giants

Oct 13, 2024 - NFL

Washington Commanders
23 :  30
Baltimore Ravens
Detroit Lions
Detroit Lions Latest matches
W W L W W W
Victories

5/6 (83%)

Draw

0/6 (0%)

Defeats

1/6 (17%)

Jan 5, 2025 - NFL

Minnesota Vikings
9 :  31
Detroit Lions

Dec 30, 2024 - NFL

Detroit Lions
40 :  34
San Francisco 49ers

Dec 22, 2024 - NFL

Detroit Lions
34 :  17
Chicago Bears

Dec 15, 2024 - NFL

Buffalo Bills
48 :  42
Detroit Lions

Dec 5, 2024 - NFL

Green Bay Packers
31 :  34
Detroit Lions

Nov 28, 2024 - NFL

Chicago Bears
20 :  23
Detroit Lions
W W W W L W
Victories

5/6 (83%)

Draw

0/6 (0%)

Defeats

1/6 (17%)

Jan 5, 2025 - NFL

Minnesota Vikings
9 :  31
Detroit Lions

Dec 15, 2024 - NFL

Buffalo Bills
48 :  42
Detroit Lions

Dec 5, 2024 - NFL

Green Bay Packers
31 :  34
Detroit Lions

Nov 28, 2024 - NFL

Chicago Bears
20 :  23
Detroit Lions

Nov 17, 2024 - NFL

Jacksonville Jaguars
6 :  52
Detroit Lions

Oct 27, 2024 - NFL

Tennessee Titans
14 :  52
Detroit Lions
W W W W W W
Victories

6/6 (100%)

Draw

0/6 (0%)

Defeats

0/6 (0%)

Dec 30, 2024 - NFL

Detroit Lions
40 :  34
San Francisco 49ers

Dec 22, 2024 - NFL

Detroit Lions
34 :  17
Chicago Bears

Nov 24, 2024 - NFL

Detroit Lions
24 :  6
Indianapolis Colts

Nov 10, 2024 - NFL

Detroit Lions
26 :  23
Houston Texans

Nov 3, 2024 - NFL

Detroit Lions
24 :  14
Green Bay Packers

Oct 20, 2024 - NFL

Detroit Lions
31 :  29
Minnesota Vikings

Washington Commanders - Detroit Lions: Form Analysis

The Lions division-clinching 31-9 victory over the Vikings in Week 18 not only secured the NFC North title but also meant they finished as number one seeds in the NFC. Their 15-2 record includes 14 wins from their final 15 games, and they go into the postseason as the bookmakers' favorites for the Super Bowl. Key to their success has been the form of QB Jared Goff, who has enjoyed arguably the finest season of his nine year career. Alongside him, RB Jahmyr Gibbs, plus receivers Amon-Ra St Brown and Jameson Williams have also produced at an elite level throughout the campaign. On defense, safeties Brian Branch and Kerby Joseph have been standouts, whilst DJ Reader and Jack have also produced Pro Bowl caliber years. 

Washington's star player this season has been rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels.

The first year man has produced a string of elite displays, belying his lack of experience and helping the Commanders defy the odds to reach the playoffs. WR Terry McLaurin has also excelled on offense, whilst the Washington defense has been led by the likes of Dante Fowler (10.5 sacks) and Bobby Wagner (132 tackles). 

Washington Commanders & Detroit Lions Squad Analysis

The Commanders' midweek injury report revealed that several key players had been excused from practice in order to rest up after suffering minor knocks during the Wild Card game. The likes of Dante Fowler, Jamison Crowder, Zach Ertz and Bobby Wagner all missed Wednesday's practice session, but all are expected to be fit for Sunday. 

Meanwhile, the Lions will welcome star RB David Montgomery back into their starting lineup after he came through midweek practice unscathed. However, guard Kevin Zeitler (hamstring) did not participate in the session and his status for Saturday is questionable. 

Washington Commanders - Detroit Lions Key Points

  1. Washington are on a 6 game winning run
  2. Washington have not lost by over 8 points since Week One of the season
  3. 4 of Detroit's last 6 games have been decided by one score
  4. Washington lead the head-to-head 31-16

Our Washington Commanders vs Detroit Lions Prediction

This is a huge task for the Commanders, but Jayden Daniels has defied expectations all season and we think he can produce some more magic on Saturday. The Lions are clearly the stronger team, but their lengthy injury list (especially on defense) is a big cause for concern, especially on defense. Because of that, we are predicting this to be a very close game, and whilst the Lions may just have enough quality to win, we think Washington will comfortably beat the spread. Our prediction for Detroit Lions vs Washington Commanders is: Commanders (+9) to win.

Prediction:

 

Commanders (+9) to win

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Washington Commanders vs Detroit Lions - Other Interesting Picks

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With 14 TDs in 18 combined postseason and regular season games this year, the McLaurin/Daniels duo has been red hot. Given the status of the Lions' secondary heading into this match, we should expect to see some action from this duo.
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