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Detroit Lions: 2016 Game-by-Game Season Predictions

By Zac Snyder

Nov 9, 2014; Detroit, MI, USA; A detailed view of a white board on the Detroit Lions sideline during the second quarter against the Miami Dolphins at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 9, 2014; Detroit, MI, USA; A detailed view of a white board on the Detroit Lions sideline during the second quarter against the Miami Dolphins at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports /
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Dec 3, 2015; Detroit, MI, USA; Green Bay Packers running back James Starks (44) gets tackled by Detroit Lions strong safety Isa Abdul-Quddus (42) and middle linebacker Tahir Whitehead (59) during the first quarter at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 3, 2015; Detroit, MI, USA; Green Bay Packers running back James Starks (44) gets tackled by Detroit Lions strong safety Isa Abdul-Quddus (42) and middle linebacker Tahir Whitehead (59) during the first quarter at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports /

Week 17 – vs. Green Bay Packers

Remember earlier when I picked the Lions to lose at Lambeau and said they would have to fight for a win at home for the season split? That’s true, but I don’t think they’ll get it.

The Lions should have something to play for if they end up entering the game at 8-7 as they do in my scenario here, but the Packers probably will too. A superior opponent looking to lock down something in the regular season finale is not a recipe for success for this Lions team.

I dream of a day when the Lions can be counted on to beat the Packers in a late-season game when a lot is on the line for both teams but they aren’t there yet.

Prediction: Lions lose

Lions’ record: 8-8

Instead of pushing for a playoff spot, I have the Lions limping to the finish line to wind up 8-8. If that’s the case, don’t expect Jim Caldwell to be on the Lions sideline in 2017.

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