Detroit Lions vs. Denver Broncos: Spread Info, Line and Predictions

I can all but guarantee you that this game between the Detroit Lions and Denver Broncos means more than you can imagine.

While it may seem like just another game on the yearly schedule, the way things have played out this season make it integral for both teams.

The Lions started off the season red hot at 5-0, but have looked really bad in their past two losses and come into this game banged-up at 5-2. 

A win here is the difference between going into their bye week at 6-2 or 5-3.

The Broncos started the official Tim Tebow era off with a last-minute win against a lowly Miami Dolphins team, but this game won't come down to luck.

The Lions are a far better team than the Dolphins, so if Tebow and the Broncos want to win they are going to have to play a full game.

Where: Sports Authority Field at Mile High, Denver, CO 

When: Sunday Oct. 30. 4:05 p.m. ET

Watch: Fox

Spread: Detroit (-3)

Considering the potential fire power of the Lions offense, this is an easy cover.

Over/Under: 41.5

This is a rather low and easy cover as well.

All Betting Information Courtesy of ESPN.com

Key Injuries:

Detroit: Defensive end Kyle Vanden Bosh did not participate in practice (non-injury related), running back Jahvid Best out (concussion), wide receiver Rashied Davis doubtful (foot), defensive tackle Nick Fairley doubtful (foot), safety Vincent Fuller doubtful (elbow), defensive tackle Sammie Lee Hill questionable (ankle), quarterback Matthew Stafford questionable (ankle).

Denver: Running back Willis McGahee out (hand), defensive end Elvis Dumervil questionable (ankle), defensive tackle Marcus Thomas questionable (knee).

Fantasy Big Plays:

Start: Detroit running back Maurice Morris is going to be a good start without Jahvid Best. He's tough down near the goal line.

Sit: Tim Tebow couldn't throw against Miami's defense, so I can only imagine how bad he will look against Detroit's front seven.

Keys to Lions Win:

Ndamukong Suh and friends need to get after Tim Tebow. He's extremely inaccurate, so they can probably force a few turnovers if they can get pressure on him.

Keys to Broncos Win:

The Lions are very bad against the run. The best way to keep the defensive line off Tebow is to establish a good running game with Knowshon Moreno.

Prediction:

The Lions need this win and are the far better team.

Lions 30, Broncos 20.