Vikings vs Lions Prediction and Preview - NFL Week 17, 2025

The Minnesota Vikings will take on the Detroit Lions in NFL Week 17 action at U.S. Bank Stadium on Friday, December 26, starting at 8:30am AEDT.

This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Vikings vs Lions game, as well as the latest betting odds in Australia.

Who Will Win?

Using advanced machine learning and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Lions vs Vikings 10,000 times.

Our proven predictive analytics model gives the Lions a 63% chance of defeating the Vikings in Week 17 of the NFL season.

Vikings vs Lions: Odds

The current Bet365 betting odds in Australia for this NFL game at U.S. Bank Stadium are listed below:

• Head to Head: Vikings $2.55, Lions $1.54
• Line: Vikings +3.5 ($1.91), Lions -3.5 ($1.91)
• Total (Over/Under 49 Points): Over $1.91, Under $1.91

Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.

Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, Bet365 currently has the Vikings at $2.55 and the Lions at $1.54.

The Vikings are listed as 3.5-point underdogs against the Lions, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.

For the favourite Lions (-3.5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.

The over/under for total points scored is set at 49 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.

According to Stats Insider's analytics model, the bookies have got it right and both the Vikings and the Lions have a 50% chance of covering the line.

The 49-point over/under is expected to stay under 56% of the time.

Vikings vs Lions: Betting Tips

• Head to Head: Minnesota at $2.55 with Bet365
• Line: Lions -3.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
• Total Points: Under 49 at $1.91 with Bet365

Today's Vikings vs Lions best bets are based on market-leading simulations and gambling experience to help you place better bets with your chosen online bookie.

While the Lions have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Vikings to win is our recommended option because of the edge identified when comparing our data-led probabilities to the odds currently available.

Making use of the edges published here at Stats Insider is pivotal to achieving long-term profitability.

Vikings vs Lions: Prediction

Stats Insider's predicted final score for Vikings vs Lions at U.S. Bank Stadium in Week 17 is the Lions winning 25-22.

This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.

Stats Insider provides full betting coverage of the Minnesota vs Detroit game in Week 17, including data-driven predictions and expert tips.

Our model updates frequently, so bookmark this article for the latest betting tips before the Minnesota vs Detroit game.

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Vikings vs Lions: Week 17 Essential Details

The NFL Week 17 game between the Vikings and Lions at U.S. Bank Stadium is scheduled to commence at 8:30am AEDT on Friday, December 26.

• Teams: Minnesota Vikings vs Detroit Lions
• Date: Friday 26 December 2025
• Time: 8:30am AEDT
• Venue: U.S. Bank Stadium

All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise noted.

Conclusion

Our Minnesota vs Detroit predictions are based on 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of expert data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge technology and machine learning to ensure our NFL tips are accurate and reliable, so that you can make informed decisions with confidence.

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