Preview the Week 9 matchup between the Detroit Lions and Minnesota Vikings with predictions, odds, over/under, spread, betting lines and more.

The SportsLine Projection Model agrees with two legs of the SGP above, as it backs Lions -8.5 and the Over on 48.5 Detroit covers the spread in 54% of simulations and the Over hits in 58% of simulations. The model is backing Minnesota on the money line, though, as the Vikings win in 26% of simulations to bring value as +368 underdogs.

Even with the expected return of quarterback J.J. McCarthy, the Vikings will be hard pressed to beat the Lions in Detroit.

The Vikings have elevated cornerback Fabian Moreau and tight end Nick Vannet from the practice squad to the active roster ahead of Sunday's game against the Lions.

Detroit Lions cornerback Amik Robertson (21) plays tight defensively in the end zone, forcing three stops in a row for passes intended for Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson (18) during the first half as the Lions face off against the Minnesota Vikings on Jan. 5, 2024 at Ford Field. Jake May | [email protected]

The Vikings are set to get two of their big men as Brian O'Neill and Christian Darrisaw are expected to play against the Detroit Lions.

Minnesota Vikings quarterback JJ McCarthy has received a dire warning ahead of his return against the Detroit Lions.

Lions All-Pro safety and noted Vikings villain Kerby Joseph will miss Sunday's game against Minnesota due to a knee injury, Dan Campbell said on Friday. He's getting healthier but isn't ready to make his return to action yet.

AFC heavyweights are among the highlights for the NFL Week 9 schedule. The Chiefs (4-3) are eying their 10th consecutive AFC West title, while the Bills (5-2) have won the past five AFC East championships.