Thanksgiving kicks off with a battle of the NFC North, as the Lions host the Bears in the first game of the slate. At 10-1, Detroit has a lead for the division, but they have historically struggled on Thanksgiving, losing each of their last seven games. That said, they’re currently a 10-point favorite at home, looking to get the monkey off their back.
GREEN BAY, WI – NOVEMBER 03: Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs (26) runs for a touchdown during a game between the Green Bay Packers and the Detroit Lions at Lambeau Field on November 03, 2024 in Green Bay, WI. (Photo by Larry Radloff/Icon Sportswire)
At least 74 rushing and receiving yards in every game (11), averaging 16.9 opportunities, 16.4 touches and 104.6 yards from scrimmage.
The 10-1 Lions are 10-point favorites at home, leading the league in points (32.7) and point differential (+16.1) per game, ranked No. 1 overall in DVOA (47.5%) as a team, inside the top two in both offense (-20.2%, 2nd) and defense (20.2%, 2nd).
The 4-7 Bears are 10-point underdogs on the road, ranked 24th in DVOA (-14.8%) as a team and 26th on offense (-12.5%).