NFL Picks and Predictions – Week 5

Sep 28, 2014; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) throws the ball against the New York Jets during the second half at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Adam Hunger-USA TODAY Sports

Bills vs. Lions 

The Buffalo Bills enter this game with a new starting quarterback as Kyle Orton gets the nod this week over EJ Manuel.  The Bills seem to have lost patience with Manuel’s development and think the veteran Orton may be able to get better results from the offense.

Well that remains to be seen as the Lions have started 2014 with one of the top defenses in the NFL and even a veteran like Orton will have problems dealing with them.  But the Lions might be without superstar receiver Calvin Johnson so if he’s slowed by injury the Lions offense won’t be as potent.

However, I think the Lions will still get the win at home although a little closer than expected.

Winner:  Lions

Score prediction:       23-20  Lions  

Points spread:      Lions -7

Over/under:  43.5 – Under

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