A look at predicting how the Detroit Lions will fare on the field during the 2020 NFL season in every game.
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Matthew Stafford warms up before taking on the Chiefs.
The Detroit Lions learned their fate for 2020 NFL season on Thursday night, and ever since, there’s been no shortage of opinions on what the year could look like.
No matter anyone’s opinions on the direction of the team or the offseason, the fact is the Lions should be in good position to have a much better year than they did in 2019. Health was the biggest issue that held the team back, and with that in the mix, Detroit should look forward to a much better year on the field in terms of winning and losing.
Here’s a look at predicting every game on Detroit’s schedule for 2020.
Win (1-0)
The Lions catch a break not having to go on the road Week 1, and they will use it to their advantage here. The Bears benefitted insanely in 2019 from Detroit not having a healthy Matthew Stafford. Coming into this first game, they won’t get that lucky again. Chicago’s quarterback situation is also far from settled. This is a big game for the Detroit offense as well as defense as they score a much needed big win over a division rival to open the season and give them a boost.
Detroit 33, Chicago 17
Loss (1-1)
The Lions nearly won in prime time at Lambeau Field last year, but there are some ghosts left over from that game they will have to deal with. A win here off of the Week 1 victory would be a huge statement and could put the team in the early driver’s seat for the NFC North, but it’s not a statement the Lions are ready to make at this point in time. They lose another close one to their old nemesis Aaron Rodgers and the Packers to even their record.
Green Bay 23, Detroit 20
Win (2-1)
The fact is, the Lions should be motivated to grab this game if it happens. They were well in control of the game in 2019, but fell apart late. A similar meltdown won’t happen this time around. The Cardinals have improved but the Lions have as well, and should call on motivation to be able to win against a team they should never have tied in 2019. This is far from a “big” win in the minds of most, but it will be for the Lions in order to atone for last season’s mistakes.
Detroit 27, Arizona 17
Loss (2-2)
Home atmosphere can mean a lot playing a team like the Saints, and if the Lions are charged up, it could aid in an upset as it did in 2014 when these teams last met at Ford Field. It’s a close game and a potential shoot out in the making, but Drew Brees makes a few more plays in the end and Detroit goes down by a narrow margin. They shouldn’t feel disheartened with the effort, however.
New Orleans 35, Detroit 31
Not an advantageous time for a week off for the Lions all things considered, but like they did last year, they’ll simply have to find a way to make due.
Win (3-2)
Out of the bye, the Lions leave no doubts here and smash the hapless Jaguars, who could be heading for a horrible season.
