Lions favored by 3.5 as they visit injury-plagued Panthers
12 sourcesUpdated Oct 7, 20261 min read
Detroit visits Carolina for a Week 4 Sunday Night Football matchup, with the Lions favored by 3.5 points and the total set at 51.5. Detroit’s offense, led by Amon-Ra St. Brown and Jahmyr Gibbs, faces a Panthers defense that has struggled, while Carolina could be without receivers Xavier Legette and Jalen Coker, leaving Tetairoa McMillan as a key target for Bryce Young. The Lions also have significant injuries in their secondary, creating a potential opening for Carolina’s passing game. Betting coverage points to expectations of a high-scoring game: the Over has drawn a larger share of the money despite fewer wagers, and St. Brown is highlighted as a touchdown threat.
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“Lions, Panthers Set for Sunday Night Football”Detroit's banged-up secondary might struggle to contain McMillan if the game turns into the shootout everyone expects.
Lions should cover easily since Carolina is down two key receivers and Detroit's offense looks sharp lately.
