NFL Wild Card Predictions: Picks Against the Spread

Detroit Lions at Seattle Seahawks


Line: SEA (-8)


Pick Against the Spread: SEA (-8)


Seattle hasn't looked right since losing Earl Thomas, going 2-2 and barely managing to beat the woeful San Francisco 49ers in Santa Clara last week. That said, the offense has been a wrecking ball at home, averaging 28.38 points per game and 2.45 points per drive compared to just 15.88 and 1.34 on the road. Even with the running game offering next to nothing, Russell Wilson and Co. should be able to move the ball rather easily against a Lions defense that ranks 28th in adjusted yards per pass attempt allowed. Another important factor here: The Lions went 1-3 in outdoor games this season and haven't scored an offensive touchdown in such a contest since Week 3. Throw in the Seahawks' advantage in the postseason experience department, and I think they roll in this one. (Getty)

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