Detroit Lions must have eaten their Wheaties this morning. They scored more points in this matchup (253.08) than their season average (233.59).
A tale of two teams...headed in opposite directions. New York Giants have lost their last four matchups, while Detroit Lions have won six straight.
We heard scoring helps you win. New York Giants need some help then, averaging just 145.4 versus Detroit Lions's 233.59.
As Herm Edwards once said, "You play to win the game!" Detroit Lions (7-1) have a better record than New York Giants (1-7).
Even the computers think Detroit Lions have a better-constructed roster. They have a higher projected points average (219.73) than New York Giants (148.51).
Detroit Lions don't let their opponents come within striking distance. They've got more blowout wins this season than New York Giants (3 vs 1).
Detroit Lions should change their team name to "The Overachievers" since they have scored higher than projected in more weeks than New York Giants (5 vs 3).
Detroit Lions have started more fantasy players who beat their projection than New York Giants (78 vs 61).
By position, Detroit Lions have outscored New York Giants at RB, WR, and IDP this season.
Detroit Lions don’t just win, they win BIG, with an average margin of victory of 62 points, highest in the league.
The starters for Detroit Lions had more big plays in their NFL games this week (7) than the starters for New York Giants (3).
Hey New York Giants, want to see stats that favor your team? Well, try winning for a change, and see what the numbers have to say next week!