- Matchup: Detroit Lions vs Arizona Cardinals
- Date: Sunday, October 11, 2026
- Venue: State Farm Stadium, Glendale, AZ
- Broadcast: FOX
- Betting Odds: Cardinals +4.5
- Total Points (Over/Under): 53.5
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This Sunday, the Arizona Cardinals (1-3) will welcome the Detroit Lions (2-2) to State Farm Stadium. The Lions are favored by 4.5 points according to the latest odds, while the over-under set for the game stands at 53.5.
As the season progresses, the Detroit Lions find themselves at a 2-2 record. In their most recent outing, they suffered a defeat against the Carolina Panthers with a score of 32-26. Quarterback Jared Goff completed 32 of 52 passes for 412 yards and 1 touchdown, posting a QB rating of 92.8 without any interceptions. Receiver Jameson Williams impressed with an average of 17.0 yards per catch, totaling 102 yards on 6 receptions. Jahmyr Gibbs led the ground game with 15 carries for 46 yards, averaging 3.1 yards per attempt. The Lions ran a total of 67 plays, accumulating 452 yards. In contrast, their rushing attack generated 46 yards over 15 attempts, while their defense allowed 127 rushing yards on 28 carries, equating to 4.5 yards per rush. Defensively, the Lions permitted 29 completions on 41 attempts, resulting in 318 passing yards and a completion rate of 70.7%.
When it comes to entering the end zone, the Lions are averaging 29.8 points per game. They also maintain an average of 102.0 rushing yards per game, which ranks them 20th in the league. On the season, the Lions have recorded a total of 1,557 yards and 62 first downs. However, they’ve committed 31 penalties, resulting in 227 yards lost, and have turned the ball over once. Currently, they boast 9 touchdown passes and 5 rushing touchdowns.
Defensively, the Lions rank 31st in the league, surrendering an average of 31.8 points each game. They allow approximately 4.4 yards per carry and 119.8 rushing yards per game. In air defense, they rank last, giving up 1,216 passing yards this season at an average of 304.0 yards per game with a completion rate of 69.7%. Overall, the Lions concede 423.8 total yards per game, also ranking at the bottom of the league. They have permitted 11 touchdown passes and 6 rushing touchdowns, allowing a total of 479 yards on the ground across 4 games.
The Cardinals approach this important matchup with a 1-3 record. In their previous game, they were defeated 36-24 by the New York Giants. Running back Jeremiyah Love carried the ball 14 times for 63 yards, averaging 4.5 yards per attempt. In the passing game, Michael Wilson was the star, securing 7 receptions for 95 yards (an average of 13.6 yards per catch). Quarterback Jacoby Brissett managed 166 yards on 21 completions out of 35 attempts, with 2 touchdown passes but also 3 interceptions, resulting in a quarterback rating of 55.2 and an average of 4.7 yards per attempt. On defense, Arizona allowed 28 rushing attempts for 87 yards (3.1 yards per carry) and recorded a completion rate allowed of 62.1%, resulting in 232 passing yards on 18 completions out of 29 attempts. Overall, the Cardinals tallied 270 yards and executed 61 plays, averaging 4.4 yards per play, while rushing for 4.7 yards per carry and finishing the game with a total of 123 rushing yards on 26 attempts.
Analyzing the Cardinals’ scoring capability, they rank 17th overall in the league, averaging 21.8 points per game. On the season, they have amassed 777 passing yards and maintain an average of 194.3 yards through the air, which ranks them 22nd in the NFL. Their rushing game has averaged 100.5 yards per game, totaling 402 rushing yards so far. Overall, the Cardinals’ offense generates 294.8 yards per game, also ranking 22nd in the league. Furthermore, they have committed 31 penalties, costing them 300 yards, placing them 12th in the NFL for penalty yardage. They have turned the ball over 4 times while recording no lost fumbles and have earned a total of 47 first downs.
The defensive side of the Cardinals has allowed an average of 29.3 points per game, placing them 29th overall. They have yielded 11 passing touchdowns and an average of 233.8 passing yards per game, ranking them 22nd in that category. Additionally, Arizona has conceded 470 rushing yards this season, averaging 117.5 yards per game, allowing 3 rushing touchdowns throughout the season. Their defense has been on the field for 229 plays, which ranks 5th in the league, and they have forced 7 turnovers (4 fumbles forced and 3 interceptions) this season, contributing to a total of 117 points allowed.
Who do you think will cover the spread in the Lions vs. Cardinals matchup?
Pick: Take the Cardinals +4.5
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