Washington Commanders vs. Detroit Lions – Week 2 Betting Preview

Week 1 of the 2022 NFL season has come and gone, and NFL football is back for the next few months. One of the marquee games on the board this weekend is the 1-0 Washington Commanders heading to Detroit to take on the 0-1 Lions. 

I expect a great game between these two NFC foes, and both seem to be improved from a year ago. 

Let’s dive into some key statistics and information about this matchup.

When is Lions vs. Commanders Week 2?

Time: 1 p.m. ET
Arena: Ford Field, Detroit
How to Watch: FOX 
Opening Odds: DET -1 | DET -140, WAS +120 | O/U 46.5

Week 2 Lions vs. Commanders Betting Odds

Here is an up-to-date look at the betting odds for this matchup

Week 2 — Lions vs. Commanders Stats to Know

(Use the FTN Bets Prop Shop to find the best odds for player prop bets)

• Washington 1-0 ATS on the season, 1-0 on the over
• Washington leads the all-time series 31-15 against the Lions
• Detroit 1-0 ATS on the season, 1-0 on the over
• Washington was 6-6 against NFC opponents in 2021
• Detroit was 3-8 against NFC opponents in 2021
• Detroit let up 216 rushing yards in Week 1
• Detroit let up 455 total yards of offense in Week 1
• Washington allowed 383 total yards of offense in Week 1
• Each team allowed just one sack in Week 1
• Washington had 3 turnovers in Week 1
• Detroit had 1 turnover in Week 1
• Detroit went 9-14 on third down and 1-1 on fourth down in Week 1
• Washington went 7-10 on third down in Week 1