2023 Lions vs Saints Odds and Betting Analysis for this Week 13 Matchup

In an upcoming NFL showdown, scheduled for Sunday, the Detroit Lions are set to face off against the New Orleans Saints in a pivotal Week 13 matchup. As it stands, the Detroit Lions lead the NFC North with an impressive 8-3 record, despite their recent setback on Thanksgiving Day against the Green Bay Packers.

Meanwhile, the New Orleans Saints, with a season record of 5-6, find themselves in a tight race with the Atlanta Falcons in their division, having suffered a 24-15 defeat at the hands of the Falcons on Sunday. The Detroit Lions are -4 over the New Orleans Saints in this game on Sunday.

MyBookie offers the NFL lines, game analysis, and betting pick for the Detroit Lions versus the New Orleans Saints which are playing on Week 13 of the NFL season.

2023 Lions vs Saints Odds and Betting Prediction for this Week 13 Matchup | MyBookie NFL Regular Season Preview

Detroit Lions vs New Orleans Saints | NFL Week 13
ATS Odds: Saints -4
Money line Odds: Detroit Lions Line: -200 / New Orleans Saints Line: +165
Over/Under Odds: 46

Sunday, December 3rd, 2023 at 1:00 pm ET | FOX
Caesars Superdome, New Orleans, LA

Lions Looking for Big Time bounce Back

Looking at the Detroit Lions, head coach Dan Campbell and his team are eager to bounce back from their Thanksgiving Day loss and secure their ninth victory of the season. The biggest issue for the Lions in this game was their inability to slow down Jordan Love and the Packers offense. The Lions allowed 29 points, which was the most since Baltimore scored 38 on them in their last loss.

Jared Goff, the Lions’ quarterback, has been delivering solid performances, amassing over 3,000 passing yards and contributing 18 touchdowns. Amon-Ra St. Brown has emerged as Goff’s primary target, boasting 82 receptions, 993 yards, and five touchdowns. The Lions currently rank third in team passing, averaging 268.5 yards per game.

In the ground game, Detroit relies on the dynamic duo of David Montgomery and Jahmyr Gibbs. Montgomery leads the charge with 133 carries, 648 yards, and an impressive 9 touchdowns, placing the Lions’ rushing attack sixth in the league with an average of 136.9 yards per game.

Defense Matters

The Detroit Lions have Alex Anzalone and Jerry Jacobs, who have been key players on defense. Anzalone leads the team with 87 tackles, while Jacobs has a team high 3 interceptions. The Lions have 23 sacks on the season, with Aidan Hutchinson leading the way with 5.5. The Lions have caused 12 turnovers this season, and have one touchdown on the defensive side.

What’s Next for Detroit?

The Lions are embarking on a challenging stretch of four out of their next five games on the road, starting with a huge one against the Chicago Bears, followed by a home game against the Denver Broncos. Subsequent matchups see the Lions traveling to Minnesota and Dallas before returning home to host the Vikings.

Saints Looking to Get Offense Going

On the flip side, the New Orleans Saints are dealing with offensive struggles, evident in their recent two-game losing streak where they managed to score only 17 points per game. Throughout the season, the Saints are averaging 20.8 points per game while allowing opponents to score 20.2 points per game.

Quarterback Derek Carr has thrown for 2,535 yards but has tallied just 10 touchdowns in 11 games, accompanied by five interceptions. Chris Olave has been a consistent force as the top receiver for New Orleans, registering 63 receptions, 771 yards, and three touchdowns.

Despite facing challenges, the Saints rely on Alvin Kamara as a key threat in both the rushing and passing game. With only two rushing touchdowns, Kamara’s versatility makes him a crucial asset for the Saints.  Adding to the challenge, the Saints will be without one of their top receivers, Michael Thomas, who is sidelined for the season due to injury.

Adebo Leading Defensive Charge

Paulson Adebo has four interceptions on the season for the Saints. New Orleans has been a defense that has tried to take advantage of miscues and turn them into points. The Saints have just one defensive touchdown on the season. That was a Tyrann Mahtieu interception returned for a touchdown. He is second on the team with three interceptions. The biggest issue with the Saints is their inability to get to the quarterback. The Saints have just 18 sacks on the season, one of the lowest in all of the National Football League.

Saints Finish 2023

The team is gearing up for three consecutive home games against the Panthers and Giants before hitting the road to face the Rams and Buccaneers. The final game of the season for the Saints will be at home against the Atlanta Falcons. This could be for the divisional title, in New Orleans.

Lions Roar over Saints

Both the Detroit Lions and the New Orleans Saints are hungry for a victory in this critical matchup, with perhaps more urgency for the Saints given their current standing. However, the Lions must also consider the implications of their remaining schedule if they fail to secure a win in this game. Anticipate a return to fundamental play by the Lions at home, potentially stifling the struggling Saints offense.

 In this context, the prediction leans towards a Detroit Lions victory with a -4 spread over the New Orleans Saints on Sunday. Goff and the Lions win the game, and move a game closer to taking down the NFC North, and reaching the postseason. The Saints put up a small fight, but in the end, the Lions win comfortably. 

2023 NFL Pick: ATS Detroit Lions -3.5 | Bet Lions vs Saints
MyBookie Betting Lines for the Game

Detroit Lions Team

8-3 | 4-1 Away

New Orleans Saints Team

5-6 | 2-2 Home

2023 NFL Standings up to Week 13

Detroit Lions vs New Orleans Saints Betting Trends

• Detroit are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 games on the road.
• The total has gone OVER in 4 of Detroit’s last 6 games when playing on the road against New Orleans.
• Detroit are 5-1 SU in their last 6 games against an opponent in the National Football Conference conference.
• Detroit are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games against an opponent in the National Football Conference South division.
• Detroit are 4-2 SU in their last 6 games played in December.
• The total has gone OVER in 4 of New Orleans’ last 6 games when playing at home against Detroit.
• New Orleans are 0-5 ATS in their last 5 games against an opponent in the National Football Conference conference.
• The total has gone UNDER in 4 of New Orleans’ last 6 games against an opponent in the National Football Conference North division.
• New Orleans are 4-2 SU in their last 6 games played in December.
• New Orleans are 5-13 SU in their last 18 games when playing as the underdog.

The following NFL betting lines are based on MyBookie Sportsbook.

We hope you enjoy this game, and all the games for Week 13 of the National Football League. This is a big game for both teams, as they are both looking to get to the postseason. Best of luck with all your betting!

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