Rams vs. Lions Prediction: Detroit Predicted to Win Following Latest Data Analysis for NFL Week 1 [2024]

The Detroit Lions will take on the Los Angeles Rams in NFL Week 1 action at Ford Field on Sunday, commencing at 8:20PM ET.

Based on updated simulations, Dimers' proven NFL model (see Dimers Pro for full access) predicts the Lions as the most likely winner of the game.

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

"After accounting for recent updates and other variables, our prediction shows the Lions with a win probability of 65%, while the Rams have 35%."

Rams vs. Lions Game-Day Updates and Essential Details

The NFL Week 1 matchup between the Lions and Rams at Ford Field is scheduled to begin at 8:20PM ET.

• Who: Los Angeles Rams vs. Detroit Lions
• Date: Sunday, September 8, 2024
• Time: 8:20PM ET/5:20PM PT
• Venue: Ford Field
• Tickets: Get tickets for the game on Ticketmaster
• Merchandise: Buy Lions and Rams gear at Fanatics

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

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Rams vs. Lions Predictions

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

Our independent predictive model gives the Lions a 65% chance of defeating the Rams in Week 1 of the NFL season. Our predicted final score has the Lions winning 28-23.

According to our model, the bookies have got it right, and the Rams and Lions each have a 50% chance of covering the spread, while the 52.5-point over/under has a 51% chance of staying under.

Rams vs. Lions Odds

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

Bet Type	Rams	Lions
Spread	+4.5 (-110)	-4.5 (-105)
Moneyline	+185	-205
Total	o52.5 (-110)	u52.5 (-110)

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

Rams vs. Lions Picks

Our model's strongest edge in the Rams vs. Lions matchup is on the moneyline.

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

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Rams vs. Lions TD Scorers

Who will score the first touchdown in Rams vs. Lions?

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

Our projections give Montgomery an 11.9% chance of getting in for six first at Ford Field, while the Lions RB is a 52.6% chance of registering an anytime touchdown.

First Touchdown Scorer Predictions

Los Angeles Rams

Player	First TD Probability
Kyren Williams	10.8%
Cooper Kupp	7.4%
Puka Nacua	7.0%

Detroit Lions

Player	First TD Probability
David Montgomery	11.9%
Jahmyr Gibbs	11.1%
Sam LaPorta	9.6%

Anytime Touchdown Scorer Predictions

Los Angeles Rams

Player	Anytime TD Probability
Kyren Williams	49.7%
Cooper Kupp	37.0%
Puka Nacua	36.0%

Detroit Lions

Player	Anytime TD Probability
David Montgomery	52.6%
Jahmyr Gibbs	51.2%
Sam LaPorta	44.6%

Rams vs Lions Player Props

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

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Rams vs. Lions Quarterbacks

Of the starting quarterbacks, the Rams' Matthew Stafford is projected to throw for more yards than the Lions' Jared Goff.

Rams Rushing

Kyren Williams, Blake Corum and Ronnie Rivers are projected to be the leading rushers for the Rams.

Player	Position
Kyren Williams	RB
Blake Corum	RB
Ronnie Rivers	RB

Lions Rushing

Jahmyr Gibbs, David Montgomery and Craig Reynolds are expected to lead the Lions in rushing yards.

Player	Position
Jahmyr Gibbs	RB
David Montgomery	RB
Craig Reynolds	RB

Rams Receiving

Puka Nacua, Cooper Kupp, Demarcus Robinson, Colby Parkinson and Tutu Atwell are projected to top the receiving yards for the Rams.

Player	Position
Puka Nacua	WR
Cooper Kupp	WR
Demarcus Robinson	WR
Colby Parkinson	TE
Tutu Atwell	WR

Lions Receiving

Amon-Ra St. Brown, Sam LaPorta, Jameson Williams, Kalif Raymond and Jahmyr Gibbs are projected to lead the Lions in receiving yards.

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

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Conclusion

We predict the Lions, with a 65% win probability, will likely beat the Rams in Week 1 of the NFL season.

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