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- Matchup: Detroit Lions vs Baltimore Ravens
- Date: Monday, September 22, 2025
- Venue: M&T Bank Stadium, Baltimore, MD
- Broadcast: ESPN
- Betting Odds: Ravens favored by 5.5 points
- Combined Total: 51.5
On Monday, the Detroit Lions (1-1) will visit M&T Bank Stadium to challenge the Baltimore Ravens (1-1). The Ravens enter the game as 5.5-point favorites, with the total set at 51.5.
The Lions come into this matchup with a balanced record of 1-1. In their previous game, they emerged victorious against the Chicago Bears, finishing with a dominant score of 52-21. Jared Goff showcased an impressive performance, completing 23 of 28 passes for 334 yards and 5 touchdowns, achieving a stellar quarterback rating of 156 with no interceptions. Jahmyr Gibbs led the Lions in rushing, recording 12 carries for 94 yards, averaging 7.8 yards per carry. Amon-Ra St. Brown contributed significantly with 115 receiving yards from 9 receptions, averaging 12.8 yards per catch. Overall, the Lions ran the ball 30 times, accumulating 177 rushing yards at an average of 5.9 per attempt. On offense, they managed 58 plays for a total of 511 yards. Defensively, they allowed 21 completions out of 33 attempts for 205 yards (63.6% completion rate) and conceded 134 rushing yards on 27 carries, averaging 5.0 yards per rush.
On the scoring side, the Lions are averaging 32.5 points per game. They rank 15th in the league with an average of 111.5 rushing yards per game. So far this season, the Lions have tallied 757 total yards, accumulated 28 first downs, and have been penalized 10 times for a total of 68 yards. They have turned the ball over only once, scoring 6 touchdowns through the air and 2 on the ground.
Defensively, the Lions sit at 21st in the league, allowing 24.0 points per game. Opponents are averaging 4.1 yards per rush and a total of 106.0 rushing yards against them this season. Through the air, the Lions have given up 393 yards, which ranks them 12th in the NFL, allowing an average of 196.5 passing yards per game and a completion rate of 67.3%. Overall, they allow 302.5 yards per game, placing them 11th in the league. They have conceded 4 passing touchdowns and 2 rushing touchdowns, totaling 212 rushing yards allowed across their first two games this season.
Meanwhile, the Baltimore Ravens are also sitting at a record of 1-1. Their last outing resulted in a resounding 41-17 victory against the Cleveland Browns. Quarterback Lamar Jackson threw for 225 yards, completing 19 of 29 passes while collecting 4 touchdowns and achieving a quarterback rating of 128.6, with no interceptions and an average of 7.8 yards per attempt. Derrick Henry carried the ball 11 times for just 23 yards, averaging 2.1 yards per carry. Zay Flowers led the receiving corps with 7 receptions for 75 yards, averaging 10.7 yards per catch. The Ravens finished with a total of 242 yards on 50 offensive plays, averaging 4.8 yards per play. Defensively, their pass defense allowed a completion rate of 58.3%, giving up 207 yards on 28 completions out of 48 attempts, while allowing 115 rushing yards on 22 carries (5.2 yards per rush).
The Ravens average 337.0 total yards per game, ranking them 11th in the league. They average 141.5 rushing yards per game for a total of 283 rushing yards this season, with 18 first downs recorded. The offense has been flagged for 79 yards on 13 penalties, placing them 19th in the league for miscues. This season, the Ravens have totaled 391 passing yards, averaging 195.5 passing yards per game, which ranks them 23rd in the NFL. On scoring, the Ravens lead the league with an impressive average of 40.5 points per game.
Defensively, they have allowed an average of 29.0 points per game, ranking them 25th in the league. They’ve conceded 4 passing touchdowns and an average of 298.0 passing yards per game, which ranks them 31st. Baltimore has permitted 223 rushing yards (111.5 yards per game) and 3 rushing touchdowns this season. Their defense has participated in 150 plays, ranking 32nd in the league. Overall, they have given up 58 points across two games.
Who will emerge victorious in this NFL clash between the Lions and Ravens?
Prediction: Go with the Ravens -5.5
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