New England Patriots vs. Detroit Lions – Week 5 Betting Preview

We are four weeks into the 2022 NFL season. Sunday afternoon, the 1-3 New England Patriots host the 1-3 Detroit Lions. 

The Lions have been one of the most enjoyable teams to watch in the NFL while the Patriots have struggled. This should be an intense interconference matchup. 

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

When is Patriots vs. Lions Week 5?

Date/Time: Sunday, 10/9, 1 p.m. ET
Arena: Gillette Stadium, Foxboro, Mass.
How to Watch: FOX
Opening Odds: NE -2.5 | NE-150, DET +130 | O/U 47

Week 5 Patriots vs. Lions Betting Odds

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

Week 5 – Patriots vs. Lions Stats to Know

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• New England is 1-3 straight up and 2-2 against the spread
• The Patriots are 2-2 to the over
• The Lions are 1-3 straight up and 3-1 against the spread
• The Lions are 3-1 to the over
• Detroit is 18th in total DVOA
• New England is 19th in total DVOA
• The Lions are 7th in offensive DVOA
• The Patriots are 17th in offensive DVOA
• The Lions are last in defensive DVOA
• The Patriots are 19th in defensive DVOA
• The Patriots have scored 74 points on offense
• The Lions have scored 140 points on offense 
• The Lions have allowed 141 points
• The Patriots have allowed 95 points
• Jakobi Meyers leads the Patriots in targets
• Amon-Ra St. Brown leads the Lions in targets