NFL Week 3 Matchup: Spread and Forecast between Patriots and Lions
The New England Patriots, who have not lost consecutive games in recent history, will look to get back in the win column following their loss in NFL Week 2. Tom Brady, the quarterback for the Patriots, tossed two touchdown passes in the Week 2 loss.
Meanwhile, the Detroit Lions find themselves in a 'desperation mode' for their Week 3 game. Matthew Stafford and the Lions will aim to turn their fortunes around after a disappointing performance in Week 2.
Historically, the Patriots have an edge over the Lions, with a 4-2 ATS record in the last 6 games and a 14-3 SU record in the last 17 games. In fact, the Patriots have shown a knack for situational football intelligence and depth, which could be especially advantageous in the final evaluative week of preseason as teams finalize their 53-man rosters.
The Patriots' defense has been solid, allowing an average of 25.5 points per game, 403 total yards, 267.5 pass yards, and 135.5 rush yards. On the other hand, the Lions' defense has struggled, allowing an average of 347.5 total yards, 168 pass yards, and 179.5 rush yards.
Offensively, the Patriots average 345.5 total yards, 243.5 pass yards, and 102 rush yards, scoring an average of 23.5 points per game. The Lions' offense averages 383 total yards, 314.5 pass yards, and 68.5 rush yards, but their scoring average is lower at 22 points.
The weather forecast for the game, scheduled for Sunday, September 23, 2018, at 8:20 PM ET at Ford Field, Detroit, Michigan, is clear with a temperature of 61 degrees Fahrenheit, humidity of 58%, precipitation of 0%, wind of 7 mph E, cloud cover of 1%, and the stadium being indoor.
In their Week 2 loss, the Patriots allowed Jacksonville quarterback Blake Bortles to throw four touchdown passes, a performance that left coach Bill Belichick expressing disappointment. On the other hand, the Lions put up a better effort in their Week 2 loss against San Francisco, with Matthew Stafford going 34 for 53 for 347 yards, three touchdown passes, and no interceptions.
With both teams eager to secure a win, the Week 3 matchup promises to be an exciting one. A detailed analysis of the factors contributing to the Patriots' advantage over the Lions will require examining team depth charts, recent injuries, and individual player performances before the game.
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