NFL-- Sixty-four percent of NFL experts predict the Lions to win.

The Detroit Lions are favoured to defeat the Washington Commanders.

65% of NFL analysts believe the Detroit Lions (0-1) will defeat the Washington Commanders (1-0) at Ford Field.

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The Lions actually have a modest betting advantage (-1.5) to level their 2022 season record for the first time in 20 games.

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The Commanders will be without former No. 2 overall NFL Draft pick defensive lineman Chase Young while the Lions' offensive line is suffering with injuries.

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Coach Dan Campbell of the Lions is still pleased with Washington's pass-rushing ability despite his absence.

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Jalen Hurts, the quarterback for the Eagles, demonstrated last week that he was a strong and agile runner out of the backfield.

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Aaron Glenn's defence faces a unique threat from quarterback Carson Wentz this week.

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Carson James Wentz is an American football quarterback with the National Football League's Washington Commanders.

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Intensifying the pressure might help the Lions' defence contain their opponent more successfully.

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