Lions vs Giants Preseason AI Picks and Analysis (Aug 6)

Lions vs Giants Preseason renew their rivalry in a highly anticipated preseason NFL matchup. Both teams seek to build momentum and evaluate talent as they prepare for the regular season.
DET vs NYG Game Information
Detroit Lions vs New York Giants |
Location of the Game: MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford |
Date and Time: Thursday, August 8th 7:00 ET |
Season: Regular |
How to watch: None |
Lions vs Giants Preseason Betting Odds
Next, we have the NFL odds for this great matchup, which are the basis for our NFL picks.
Lions vs Giants Preseason AI Predictions and SportsBettingAI Picks
TEAM | AI PICKS | SportBettingAI PICKS | |||
Lions | 14 | 21 | NYG -3.5 | DET +153 | OVER 34.5 |
Giants | 21 |
- AI Picks: New York Giants 21 – Detroit Lions 14
- SBAI Picks: ATS Giants -3.5 | ML Giants -186 | OVER 34.5
Detroit Lions Game Analysis
The Detroit Lions faced offensive challenges during the previous preseason. Despite a respectable number of passing attempts, the team struggled to generate yards and points according to NFL team stats.
- Rushing: Last in the league with 71.7 rushing yards per game.
- Passing: 22nd in passing yards (186 per game) despite average attempts.
- Scoring: Averaged 18 points per game (15th in the league).
- Allowed 318.7 yards per game (most in the NFL standings)
- Ranked 11th in points allowed (19.3 points per game)
- Solid against the run: Allowed 123.7 rushing yards per game (16th)
- Vulnerable against the pass: Surrendered 218 passing yards per game (14th)
Day 1 of joint practice ✅ pic.twitter.com/AiiLDibSs9
— Detroit Lions (@Lions) August 6, 2024
Detroit’s offense will need improvement to compete effectively in the upcoming season. The Lions defense displayed a mixed performance last preseason. While they effectively limited points allowed, they struggled to contain opposing offenses in terms of yardage.
Team Metrics:
- Brian Branch – Ankle (Out)
- John Cominsky – Knee (mcl) (Out)
- Netane Muti – Undisclosed (Out)
- DJ Reader – Quadricep (Out)
- Marcus Davenport – Ankle (Out)
- Michael Badgley – Hamstring (Out)
- Carlton Davis – Undisclosed (Out)
- Christian Mahogany – Illness (Out)
New York Giants Game Analysis
The New York Giants’ offense faced challenges last preseason, particularly in moving the ball effectively.
Offensive Metrics:
- Rushing: Averaged 88.7 yards per game (23rd in the league)
- Passing: Gained 187 passing yards per game (20th)
- Scoring: Managed 20.3 points per game (12th overall)
- Total Offense: Accumulated 275.7 yards per game (25th)
Joint Practice DAY 1 🔥 pic.twitter.com/wpq5skH2h5
— New York Giants (@Giants) August 6, 2024
Improving offensive efficiency will be crucial for the Giants’ success in the upcoming season.
- Chase Cota – Collarbone (Out)
- Evan Neal – Ankle (Out)
- Jalen Mills – Calf (Out)
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