The SportsLine Projection Model agrees with two legs of the SGP above, as it backs Lions -8.5 and the Over on 48.5 Detroit covers the spread in 54% of simulations and the Over hits in 58% of simulations. The model is backing Minnesota on the money line, though, as the Vikings win in 26% of simulations to bring value as +368 underdogs.

The Detroit Lions listed Taylor Decker as questionable with a shoulder injury, but Dan Campbell said he expects his LT to play vs. the Vikings

The Vikings have elevated cornerback Fabian Moreau and tight end Nick Vannet from the practice squad to the active roster ahead of Sunday's game against the Lions.

AFC heavyweights are among the highlights for the NFL Week 9 schedule. The Chiefs (4-3) are eying their 10th consecutive AFC West title, while the Bills (5-2) have won the past five AFC East championships.