Best Vikings vs Lions Player Props to Bet for SNF in Week 18

By Michael Harrison in NFL Football
Updated: January 5, 2025 at 3:51 pm ESTPublished:

- The Vikings clash with the Lions in NFL Week 18 action Sunday, January 5th, from Ford Field
- This titanic matchup sees two 14-2 teams battling for the NFC North and NFC’s #1 seed in the playoffs
- Take a look below for our top Vikings vs Lions player prop bets
Through 17 weeks of the NFL campaign, the Vikings are 14-and-2, tied for the NFC North division lead. They’re knotted up with the Lions, with massive stakes during Sunday’s tilt. Not only will the victor snag the NFC North division, but they’ll be installed as the top seed in the NFC, thereby earning a first round playoff bye. As the Vikings meet the Lions on Sunday, January 5th, at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan, it’s the home squad that’s a 3-point favorite in the Week 18 NFL odds. Kickoff is scheduled for 8:20 pm ET.
Vikings vs Lions Player Props
Quarterbacks | Completions | Passing Yards | Passing TDs |
---|---|---|---|
Sam Darnold (MIN) | 24.5 (Ov-105/Un-125) | 294.5 (Ov-120/Un-110) | 2.5 (Ov+170/Un-220) |
Jared Goff (DET) | 25.5 (Ov-105/Un-125) | 286.5 (Ov-115/Un-115) | 2.5 (Ov+155/Un-205) |
Running Backs | Attempts | Rushing Yards | Longest Rush |
Aaron Jones (MIN) | 13.5 (Ov-130/Un+100) | 58.5 (Ov-110/Un-120) | 13.5 (Ov-120/Un-110) |
Jahmyr Gibbs (DET) | 18.5 (Ov-115/Un-115) | 90.5 (Ov-110/Un-120) | 18.5 (Ov-115/Un-115) |
Wide Receivers & Tight Ends | Receptions | Receiving Yards | Longest Reception |
Justin Jefferson (MIN) | 6.5 (Ov-155/Un+120) | 97.5 (Ov-115/Un-115) | 28.5 (Ov-120/Un-110) |
Jordan Addison (MIN) | 5.5 (Ov-115/Un-115) | 69.5 (Ov-115/Un-115) | 25.5 (Ov-115/Un-115) |
T.J. Hockenson (MIN) | 4.5 (Ov+105/Un-135) | 48.5 (Ov-120/Un-110) | 18.5 (Ov-115/Un-115) |
Jalen Nailor (MIN) | 1.5 (Ov-105/Un-125) | 16.5 (Ov-125/Un-105) | 12.5 (Ov-115/Un-115) |
Amon-Ra St. Brown (DET) | 6.5 (Ov-170/Un+130) | 83.5 (Ov-120/Un-110) | 24.5 (Ov-125/Un-105) |
Sam LaPorta (DET) | 4.5 (Ov-115/Un-115) | 51.5 (Ov-110/Un-120) | 18.5 (Ov-125/Un-105) |
Jameson Williams (DET) | 4.5 (Ov+125/Un-165) | 59.5 (Ov-120/Un-110) | 24.5 (Ov-110/Un-120) |
Tim Patrick (DET) | 1.5 (Ov-130/Un+100) | 17.5 (Ov-120/Un-110) | 11.5 (Ov-120/Un-110) |
Sam Darnold’s passing yardage line is set at 294.5, while Jared Goff is 286.5. For the running backs, Lions’ Jahmyr Gibbs is set at 90.5 yards and the Vikings’ Aaron Jones is at 58.5. Justin Jefferson has the highest receiving-yardage total in the NFL player props for SNF at 97.5 for Minnesota and Amon-Ra St. Brown 83.5 for Detroit.

Vikings vs Lions Prop #1: Jared Goff Passing Yards
Jared Goff has been on a heater in his last seven outings, throwing for 20 touchdowns against just one interception. He’s also gone over the 286.5 threshold in three straight occasions, which is his passing yardage line for this contest.
Jared Goff has a 77% Comp pct and 90.9 QBR vs Vikings blitz under Brian Flores.
Lions scored 30+ in all 3 games
— Dan Orlovsky (@danorlovsky7) January 3, 2025
Earlier this season against the Vikings, Goff was oh-so-close to reaching the 287 mark, tossing for 280 yards and two TD’s. In his career, he’s 6-3 against Minny, throwing for at least 257 yards in his last six meetings. He’s up against a defense that’s also 243.6 passing yards per contest, fifth worst in the NFL. John Hyslop’s Vikings vs Lions same-game parlay features Goff having a big night.
- Vikings vs Lions Prop Pick: Jared Goff over 286.5 passing yards (-115); risk 1 unit at DraftKings
Vikings vs Lions Prop #2: Justin Jefferson Receiving Yards
It’s hardly a surprise that Justin Jefferson has been phenomenal yet again this season, as he’s second in the NFL with 1,479 receiving yards. His line is set at a hefty 97.5, but that’s a mark he’s eclipsed in three of his last five affairs.
Justin Jefferson in nine career games vs. Detroit:
🏈 69 catches
🏈 1,154 yards
🏈 4 TD📺 Lions vs. Vikings this Sunday on NFL Game Pass on DAZN pic.twitter.com/p87X1WXI5l
— NFL on DAZN (@NFLonDAZN) January 4, 2025
Prior to only picking up 81 yards against Detroit in their previous matchup, Jefferson had put up monster games against his divisional foes. In six of his previous seven battles, he’s had at least 124 receiving yards, with a high-water mark of 223. He’s also up against an undermanned D that’s been decimated by injuries and allows 250.4 passing yards per outing, second worst in the league.
- Vikings vs Lions Prop Pick: Justin Jefferson over 97.5 receiving yards (-115); risk 1 unit at DraftKings
Vikings vs Lions Touchdown Scorer Props
Player | Odds to Score 1st TD | Odds to Score Anytime TD |
---|---|---|
Jahmyr Gibbs (DET) | +340 | -320 |
Justin Jefferson (MIN) | +800 | -130 |
Aaron Jones (MIN) | +850 | -115 |
Amon-Ra St. Brown (DET) | +850 | -110 |
Jameson Williams (DET) | +1000 | +130 |
Jordan Addison (MIN) | +1100 | +125 |
Sam LaPorta (DET) | +1200 | +160 |
T.J. Hockenson (MIN) | +1600 | +185 |
Tim Patrick (DET) | +2000 | +285 |
Jalen Nailor (MIN) | +2200 | +290 |
The Lions’ Jahmyr Gibbs has the shortest odds to find the end zone first at +340 and has the smallest odds to record a TD at any time at -320.
Vikings vs Lions Prop #3: Amon-Ra St. Brown Anytime Touchdown Scorer
If we are selecting Jared Goff to throw for a lot of yards, let’s pair him up with his top receiving option in Amon-Ra St. Brown to find the end zone. He’s found pay dirt twelve times on the campaign, which is tied for second in the NFL. He’s also recorded TD’s in three straight outings.
Amon-Ra St. Brown confirms he had food poisoning and threw up for the first time in his life before Sunday’s game vs. the Bills.
The Lions wide receiver set career highs with 14 catches and 193 yards. He also scored a touchdown. The man is a machine. pic.twitter.com/12osfQ1SGq
— Brad Galli (@BradGalli) December 18, 2024
The last three times he’s faced Minny, he’s also found the end zone, picking up at least 106 yards in all three duels. At -110, he’s has longer odds than the top-three players on the board, giving you a bit more value.
If you’re also looking for a standard bet, make sure to check out Brady Trettenero’s Vikings vs Lions predictions.
- Vikings vs Lions Prop Pick: Amon-Ra St. Brown anytime touchdown scorer (-110); risk 1 unit at DraftKings Sportsbook
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Michael "Hound Dog" Harrison is well known in the sports industry as the resident statistician for the SC with Jay Onrait Show. He has worked at TSN for over 16 years, where he's been featured on Sportscentre, That's Hockey, That's Hockey 2Nite, The Masters preview shows, and several more.