The Detroit Lions (13-2) are set to face the San Francisco 49ers (6-9) on Monday Night Football in week 17. Here are some bold predictions for the matchup:
Jared Goff Throws for Over 350 Yards and 4 Touchdowns
DETROIT, MI – OCTOBER 30: Jared Goff #16 of the Detroit Lions throws the ball during an NFL game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Ford Field on October 30, 2023 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Cooper Neill/Getty Images)
Jared Goff has been instrumental in the Lions’ offensive success this season putting up plenty of monster games.
Jahmyr Gibbs Surpasses 150 Total Yards
DETROIT, MICHIGAN – DECEMBER 16: Jahmyr Gibbs #26 of the Detroit Lions runs the ball during the fourth quarter against the Denver Broncos at Ford Field on December 16, 2023 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Rey Del Rio/Getty Images)
Jahmyr Gibbs has been a dual-threat weapon for Detroit, recently recording 154 total yards and a touchdown against the Chicago Bears. With the 49ers’ defense dealing with injuries, Gibbs could exploit both rushing and receiving opportunities to exceed 150 total yards.
George Kittle Records Two Touchdowns
SANTA CLARA, CA – JANUARY 22: George Kittle #85 of the San Francisco 49ers runs after making a catch during the NFC Divisional playoff game against the Dallas Cowboys at Levi’s Stadium on January 22, 2023 in Santa Clara, California. The 49ers defeated the Cowboys 19-12. (Photo by Michael Zagaris/San Francisco 49ers/Getty Images)
Despite the 49ers’ challenges, tight end George Kittle remains a reliable target.
Brock Purdy Throws 3 Touchdown Passes
MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA – OCTOBER 23: Brock Purdy #13 of the San Francisco 49ers looks to pass on the run during an NFL football game between the Minnesota Vikings and the San Francisco 49ers at U.S. Bank Stadium on October 23, 2023 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Owens/Getty Images)
The Lions defense has been gashed over the past several weeks due to injuries that continue to pile up. Their pass defense has been especially bad, which is the biggest reason why Purdy could have a monster game.
Lions’ Defense Forces Multiple Turnovers
INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA – NOVEMBER 24: Head coach Dan Campbell of the Detroit Lions reacts after a 24-6 victory against the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium on November 24, 2024 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)
The Lions’ defense has been opportunistic. Given the 49ers’ offensive struggles and injuries, Detroit’s defense may capitalize by forcing multiple turnovers.
