The Green Bay Packers carry a three-game winning streak into Ford Field on Sunday afternoon for a pivotal NFC North clash with the Detroit Lions. Detroit is a 4-point favorite, and the line has climbed a full point since it opened. The total has jumped two points as well. Green Bay swept the season series last year. Detroit, meanwhile, returns rested from its bye with an offense that is tied for the NFL lead in scoring. Below, we break down the matchup, the line movement, and our Packers vs. Lions prediction for the side, the total, and a bonus angle.
Last Updated: Sunday, October 25, 2026
Green Bay Packers vs. Detroit Lions — Time & How to Watch
| Where | Ford Field, Detroit, MI |
| When | Sunday, October 25 – 4:25 PM ET |
| TV | FOX |
Green Bay Packers vs. Detroit Lions Betting Preview
Green Bay enters at 4-2 and has won three straight. The defense is driving the run. The Packers held their last three opponents to 14, 7, and 13 points. Last week, they beat Dallas 23-13 on Sunday Night Football, a game covered in our Cowboys vs. Packers prediction.
Detroit sits at 3-2 and has alternated wins and losses all season. The Lions closed their pre-bye stretch with a 45-21 rout in Arizona. Jared Goff threw three touchdown passes, and Jahmyr Gibbs ran for 151 yards and two scores. Detroit averages 32.8 points per game, tied for the league lead. Goff has 12 touchdown passes and zero interceptions. However, the defense ranks near the bottom of the league in points allowed.
The division stakes are real. Minnesota is 5-0 and Chicago is 5-2, according to the current NFL standings. That leaves Green Bay third and Detroit fourth in the NFC North. The loser falls further behind.
Quarterback news favors Green Bay. Jordan Love was limited Wednesday with a back issue, but he practiced fully Thursday and Friday and carries no game designation on the Packers’ final injury report. Receivers Christian Watson, Matthew Golden, and Savion Williams were cleared too. Running back Josh Jacobs was activated from the Commissioner’s Exempt List and is set to make his season debut. On the other hand, linebacker Zaire Franklin (shin) is out, and Micah Parsons remains sidelined as he rehabs a torn ACL. Guard Aaron Banks, cornerback Benjamin St-Juste, receiver Bo Melton, and defensive tackle Jordon Riley are questionable. Detroit lists no game designations. Safety Brian Branch and center Cade Mays practiced fully all week and are expected back.
Green Bay Packers vs. Detroit Lions Odds
| Spread | Moneyline | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Packers | +4 (-115) | +165 | O 55.5 (-110) |
| Lions | -4 (-105) | -195 | U 55.5 (-110) |
Odds accurate as of Sunday, October 25, 2026 via TheSpread.com. Odds change, get the latest NFL Odds – Futures – Props
Green Bay Packers vs. Detroit Lions — Who Is the Public Betting?
| Packers | 65% | 35% | Lions |
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Packers vs. Lions Prediction — Is the Market Right to Lean Detroit?
The line tells an interesting story. Detroit’s number has climbed a full point since it opened. That move came even though 65 percent of spread bets are on Green Bay. When a number moves against the popular side, larger wagers are often backing the other team.
The case for Detroit is easy to build. The Lions are rested, healthier, and get Branch and Mays back. Their offense also faces a Green Bay defense missing Parsons and Franklin. Losing Franklin thins the linebacker room against Gibbs, one of the league’s most dangerous backs. Jacobs is also playing his first game of the season, so his workload is uncertain.
Still, Green Bay has answered every recent test. The Packers won both meetings last season, including a 31-24 Thanksgiving win at Ford Field. Their defense has allowed 14 points or fewer in three straight games. Meanwhile, Detroit’s defense has struggled to get stops all year, and Love has his top receivers back. The move off the key number of 3 also matters. A field-goal loss now cashes for Green Bay backers.
The Pick: Packers +4 (-115)
Packers vs. Lions Prediction — Will Ford Field Deliver Another Shootout?
This total pits two strong trends against each other. Every Lions game this season has gone over, and each has produced at least 55 combined points. In contrast, Green Bay games are 4-2 to the under, largely because of its recent defensive surge. The market has already reacted, pushing the total up two points since the open.
Even so, the matchup leans toward points. Detroit is tied for the league lead in scoring and fresh off a bye, and its defense has been vulnerable all season. Green Bay arrives with a healthy receiving corps and a possible boost from Jacobs on the ground. The risk is clear. If the Packers’ defense extends its streak, this number will look too high. However, we trust Detroit’s offense to carry its share of the scoring.
The Pick: Over 55.5 (-110)
Final Thoughts and Bonus Angle
If you like Green Bay with the points, the moneyline deserves a look. At +165, the Packers carry an implied win probability of about 37.7 percent. Detroit at -195 implies roughly 66.1 percent. Green Bay won at Ford Field last November and enters with the better recent form. The downside is that Detroit has the rest edge and a healthier roster. Treat this as a smaller-stake play.
Bonus Pick: Packers Moneyline (+165)
Here is a recap of our Packers vs. Lions best bets:
- Packers +4 (-115)
- Over 55.5 (-110)
- Packers Moneyline (+165)
NFL Packers vs. Lions FAQ: Sunday October 25, 2026
What time does the Packers vs. Lions game start?
The Green Bay Packers and Detroit Lions kick off at 4:25 PM ET on Sunday, October 25, 2026. The game will be played at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan. Detroit is coming off its bye week, while Green Bay played on Sunday night last week.
What channel is the Packers vs. Lions game on?
The Packers vs. Lions game airs on FOX on Sunday, October 25. Kevin Burkhardt will call the action with analyst Tom Brady, while Erin Andrews and Tom Rinaldi work the sidelines. Kickoff is set for 4:25 PM ET from Ford Field in Detroit.
Who won the last meeting between the Packers and Lions?
The Green Bay Packers won the last meeting, beating the Detroit Lions 31-24 on Thanksgiving Day 2025 at Ford Field. That victory completed a two-game season sweep for Green Bay, which also won the 2025 opener between the teams. Sunday is the first meeting of the 2026 season between the NFC North rivals.
Is Jordan Love playing against the Lions?
Yes, Jordan Love is expected to start for Green Bay against Detroit. He was limited in Wednesday’s practice with a back issue but practiced fully on Thursday and Friday. The Packers removed him from the final injury report, leaving him with no game designation heading into Sunday’s NFC North matchup.
Where do the Packers and Lions stand in the NFC North?
The Packers are third in the NFC North at 4-2, and the Lions are fourth at 3-2. Minnesota leads the division with an unbeaten 5-0 record, and Chicago sits second at 5-2. Sunday’s winner keeps pace in one of the league’s most competitive divisions.