Lions vs. Vikings Prediction: Minnesota Predicted to Win in NFL Week 7 [2024]

The Minnesota Vikings will take on the Detroit Lions in NFL Week 7 action at U.S. Bank Stadium on Sunday, starting at 1:00PM ET.

Based on the latest simulation results, Dimers' proven NFL model (see Dimers Pro for full access) projects the Vikings as the most likely winner of the game.

"Using the most recent data, our experts ran 10,000 simulations of Sunday's Lions-Vikings game," said Dimers' Chief Content Officer, Nick Slade.

"After accounting for recent updates and other variables, our prediction shows the Vikings with a win probability of 54%, while the Lions have 46%."

Lions vs. Vikings Game-Day Updates and Essential Details

The NFL Week 7 game between the Vikings and Lions at U.S. Bank Stadium is scheduled to commence at 1:00PM ET.

• Who: Detroit Lions vs. Minnesota Vikings
• Date: Sunday, October 20, 2024
• Time: 1:00PM ET/10:00AM PT
• Venue: U.S. Bank Stadium
• Tickets: Get tickets for the game on Ticketmaster
• Merchandise: Buy Vikings and Lions gear at Fanatics
• Live Stream: Watch this game on FOX via Hulu or FuboTV

Dimers.com's in-depth preview of this week's Lions vs. Vikings matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.

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Lions vs. Vikings Predictions

Using innovative machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Sunday's NFL game between the Lions and Vikings 10,000 times as part of our NFL predictions coverage.

Our independent predictive model currently gives the Vikings a 54% chance of defeating the Lions in Week 7 of the NFL season. Our predicted final score has the Vikings winning 25-24.

According to our model, the bookmakers have got it right, and the Lions and Vikings each have a 50% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 50.5 points also has an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.

Along with our Lions vs. Vikings predictions, we've also prepared the following for this week's action:

• The Best NFL Week 7 Odds
• NFL Picks Straight Up for Week 7
• Picks Against The Spread for NFL Week 7

Lions vs. Vikings Odds

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

Bet Type	Lions	Vikings
Spread	+1.5 (-110)	-1.5 (-110)
Moneyline	+108	-120
Total	o50.5 (-110)	u50.5 (-108)

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

Lions vs. Vikings Picks

Our model's biggest edge in the Lions vs. Vikings matchup is on the moneyline.

Our expert predictions, matched against the latest odds, reveal the best NFL picks for every game throughout the season.

Full access to our picks, including this one, is available via Dimers Pro.

Lions vs. Vikings TD Scorers

Who will score an anytime touchdown in Lions vs. Vikings?

According to our model, Detroit's David Montgomery is most likely to score the first touchdown in Lions vs. Vikings.

Our projections give Montgomery a 12.4% chance of scoring the first TD at U.S. Bank Stadium, while the Lions RB is a 53.3% chance of scoring an anytime touchdown.

First Touchdown Scorer Predictions

Detroit Lions

Player	First TD Probability
David Montgomery	12.4%
Jahmyr Gibbs	8.9%
Amon-Ra St. Brown	7.8%

Minnesota Vikings

Player	First TD Probability
Aaron Jones	12.0%
Justin Jefferson	11.1%
Jordan Addison	7.8%

Anytime Touchdown Scorer Predictions

Detroit Lions

Player	Anytime TD Probability
David Montgomery	53.3%
Jahmyr Gibbs	43.4%
Amon-Ra St. Brown	37.1%

Minnesota Vikings

Player	Anytime TD Probability
Aaron Jones	52.3%
Justin Jefferson	48.6%
Jordan Addison	36.9%

Lions vs Vikings Player Props

Discover our predictions for the players likely to lead in passing, rushing and receiving yards for both the Lions and Vikings. For detailed projections, join Dimers Pro.

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Lions vs. Vikings Quarterbacks

Of the starting quarterbacks, the Lions' Jared Goff is projected to throw for fewer yards than the Vikings' Sam Darnold.

Lions Rushing

Jahmyr Gibbs, David Montgomery and Jared Goff are projected to be the leading rushers for the Lions.

Player	Position
Jahmyr Gibbs	RB
David Montgomery	RB
Jared Goff	QB

Vikings Rushing

Aaron Jones, Ty Chandler and Sam Darnold are expected to lead the Vikings in rushing yards.

Player	Position
Aaron Jones	RB
Ty Chandler	RB
Sam Darnold	QB

Lions Receiving

Amon-Ra St. Brown, Jameson Williams, Sam LaPorta, Tim Patrick and Jahmyr Gibbs are projected to top the receiving yards for the Lions.

Player	Position
Amon-Ra St. Brown	WR
Jameson Williams	WR
Sam LaPorta	TE
Tim Patrick	WR
Jahmyr Gibbs	RB

Vikings Receiving

Justin Jefferson, Jordan Addison, T.J. Hockenson, Jalen Nailor and Aaron Jones are projected to lead the Vikings in receiving yards.

Player	Position
Justin Jefferson	WR
Jordan Addison	WR
T.J. Hockenson	TE
Jalen Nailor	WR
Aaron Jones	RB

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Conclusion

We predict the Vikings, with a 54% win probability, will likely beat the Lions on Sunday.

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