Denver Broncos vs. Detroit Lions Prediction, Odds, Picks for NFL Week 15 [2023]

The Detroit Lions and Denver Broncos will lock horns in Week 15 of the NFL season at Ford Field on Saturday, with kickoff at 8:15PM ET.

Dimers' in-depth betting preview for Saturday's Broncos vs. Lions matchup includes the latest betting odds, as well as our predictions and picks for the game.

Broncos vs. Lions Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Spread

Using cutting-edge machine learning and data, Dimers.com has simulated the outcome of Saturday's Broncos-Lions NFL matchup 10,000 times as part of our NFL predictions for this week.

Dimers' independent predictive analytics model currently gives the Lions a 66% chance of beating the Broncos in Week 15 of the NFL season, with our predicted final score seeing the Lions winning 26-22.

According to our model, the Broncos (+5.5) have a 51% chance of covering the spread, while the Over/Under total of 47.5 points has a 51% chance of going Over.

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Broncos vs. Lions Odds

We have sourced the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

Bet Type	Broncos	Lions
Spread	+5.5 (-110)	-5.5 (-110)
Moneyline	+200	-220
Total	o47.5 (-110)	u47.5 (-110)

• The Lions are currently -5.5 favorites versus the Broncos, with -110 at BetMGM Sportsbook the best odds currently available.
• For the underdog Broncos (+5.5) to cover the spread, BetMGM also has the best odds currently on offer at -110.
• FanDuel Sportsbook currently has the best moneyline odds for the Lions at -220, which means you can risk $220 to win $100, for a total payout of $320, if they get the W.
• On the other hand, DraftKings Sportsbook currently has the best moneyline odds for the Broncos at +200, where you can bet $100 to profit $200, earning a total payout of $300, if they win.
• The Over/Under for total points scored is set at 47.5 with BetMGM, which currently has the best odds for the Over at -110, as well as the best odds for the Under at -110.

Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.

As always, check out the sportsbooks you have access to in your state for the best NFL odds and lines.

Broncos vs. Lions Picks

By comparing our predictions to the odds listed above, we have identified the best betting picks to place on this game:

Bet Type	Our Pick	Best Odds
Spread	Broncos +5.5	-110
Moneyline	Broncos	+200
Total	Over 47.5	-110

While the Lions are more likely to win the game, according to DimersBOT, betting on the Broncos moneyline is the best option due to the edge identified when comparing our data-led probabilities to the sportsbooks' odds currently on offer.

Taking advantage of the edges published here at Dimers is pivotal to being profitable in the long run.

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Broncos vs. Lions TD Scorers

Who will score an anytime touchdown in Broncos vs. Lions? The data is in.

Featured below are the most likely first touchdown and most likely anytime touchdown scorers for both the Broncos and Lions this Saturday.

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According to DimersBOT, Denver's Courtland Sutton is most likely to score the first touchdown in Broncos vs. Lions.

DimersBOT gives Sutton a 12.4% chance of scoring the first TD at Ford Field, while the Broncos WR is a 52.9% chance of scoring an anytime touchdown.

Scroll down for the full list of first and anytime TD scorer probabilities.

First Touchdown Scorer Predictions

Denver Broncos

Player	First Touchdown Probability
Courtland Sutton	12.4%
Javonte Williams	11.7%
Jerry Jeudy	6.3%
Russell Wilson	4.1%
Marvin Mims	2.6%

Detroit Lions

Player	First Touchdown Probability
David Montgomery	11.0%
Jahmyr Gibbs	9.7%
Amon-Ra St. Brown	9.0%
Sam LaPorta	7.6%
Josh Reynolds	4.4%

Anytime Touchdown Scorer Predictions

Denver Broncos

Player	Anytime Touchdown Probability
Courtland Sutton	52.9%
Javonte Williams	50.3%
Jerry Jeudy	30.4%
Russell Wilson	20.7%
Marvin Mims	14.3%

Detroit Lions

Player	Anytime Touchdown Probability
David Montgomery	48.4%
Jahmyr Gibbs	43.6%
Amon-Ra St. Brown	41.1%
Sam LaPorta	36.1%
Josh Reynolds	22.6%

Broncos vs Lions Player Props

Here, you will find detailed projections for all of the key offensive players from the Broncos and Lions, including passing, rushing and receiving yards.

Broncos vs. Lions Quarterbacks

Of the starting quarterbacks, the Broncos' Russell Wilson is projected for 209 passing yards, while the Lions' Jared Goff is expected to throw for a whopping 268 yards.

Player	Proj. Pass Yards
Russell Wilson (DEN)	209 yds
Jared Goff (DET)	268 yds

Broncos Rushing

Player	Proj. Rush Yards
Javonte Williams	57 yds
Russell Wilson	22 yds
Jaleel McLaughlin	13 yds

Lions Rushing

Player	Proj. Rush Yards
David Montgomery	60 yds
Jahmyr Gibbs	45 yds
Jared Goff	7 yds

Broncos Receiving

Player	Proj. Rec. Yards
Courtland Sutton	55 yds
Jerry Jeudy	44 yds
Marvin Mims	24 yds
Javonte Williams	17 yds
Adam Trautman	12 yds

Lions Receiving

Player	Proj. Rec. Yards
Amon-Ra St. Brown	76 yds
Sam LaPorta	48 yds
Josh Reynolds	31 yds
Jahmyr Gibbs	29 yds
Kalif Raymond	24 yds

Remember, our model updates often, so refresh this page for any changes to our betting analysis ahead of Broncos vs. Lions on Saturday December 16, 2023.

Broncos vs. Lions Game Information

The NFL Week 15 action between the Lions and Broncos at Ford Field is scheduled to commence at 8:15PM ET.

• Who: Denver Broncos vs. Detroit Lions
• Date: Saturday December 16, 2023
• Time: 8:15PM ET / 5:15PM PT
• Venue: Ford Field

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Conclusion

This preview article has been partially generated using automated processes and AI technology. Our goal is to provide timely and accurate updates on the Broncos vs. Lions Week 14 game, and automation assists in data collection, analysis, and formatting. Human editing and quality control is performed to ensure the content meets our editorial guidelines.

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