In this article we will formulate a Colts vs Lions prediction for this NFL game on Saturday, August 29th at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this preseason matchup.
Indianapolis Colts Betting Preview
The Indianapolis Colts are 0-1-1 this preseason after they lost to the Falcons by a score of 34-6 in their last game. Indianapolis trailed 24-6 at halftime and they were outscored 10-0 in the second half in the loss. The Colts were out gained by a total of 461-164, went 1-11 on third downs, and tied the turnover battle at zero in the game. Riley Leonard threw for 62 yards, while Anthony Richardson threw for 24 yards. Anderson Castle rushed eight times for 41 yards, while Coleman Owens caught one pass for 39 yards in the game.
Prior to that loss, Indianapolis tied the Patriots by a score of 13-13 in their first preseason game. The Colts trailed 10-7 at halftime, but they kicked two field goals in the fourth for the tie. Anthony Richardson threw for 145 yards and one interception, while Riley Leonard threw for 89 yards and one interception. Richardson also rushed six times for 53 yards and one score, while Will Mallory caught six passes for 80 yards. In this game, Indianapolis will play Anthony Richardson, Riley Leonard, and Easton Stick at quarterback.
Detroit Lions Betting Preview
The Detroit Lions are 1-1 this preseason after they defeated the Commanders by a score of 17-13 last week. Detroit was tied 7-7 at halftime and they scored 10 points in the second half to get the win. The Lions out gained Washington by a total of 279-243, went 9-17 on third downs, and lost the turnover battle by a total of 2-1 in the game. Luke Altmyer threw for 86 yards, while Joshua Dobbs threw for 74 yards and one interception. Dobbs rushed two times for 53 yards and one score, while Jackson Meeks caught four passes for 33 yards in the win.
Prior to that game, Detroit lost to the Bengals by a score of 16-14 in their first preseason game. The Lions trailed 10-6 at halftime and didn’t score again until 1:28 left in the fourth for the loss. Luke Altmyer threw for 130 yards, one touchdown, and two interceptions, while Joshua Dobbs threw for 32 yards. Jacob Saylors rushed eight times for 55 yards, while also catching three passes for 28 yards. In this game, Detroit will play Altmyer and Dobbs at quarterback once again.
Colts vs Lions Prediction
Indianapolis comes into this matchup after losing by 28 points last week and they have yet to win in the preseason. The Colts have had QB issues with Richardson and Leonard, and turnovers were an issue in their first game. Detroit has played in two close games, but their offense hasn’t been great either and turnovers are also a problem. I think this is a game that could go either way, so I will take the Lions and the points here.