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NFL predictions: Are we in for offensive fireworks between the Cardinals and Lions?

Happy Friday one and all. The Arizona Cardinals host the Detroit Lions and their former offensive coordinator Drew Petzing into the desert this week. What happens? It feels like we know, but for me, here are three plays from our…

Published: Friday, 9 October 2026 at 8:26 PM
NFL predictions: Are we in for offensive fireworks between the Cardinals and Lions?
Key Things to Know
  • Seth Cox predicts a high-scoring game between the Arizona Cardinals and Detroit Lions, favoring over 54.5 total points.
  • Former offensive coordinator Drew Petzing returns to face Arizona as the Lions visit the Cardinals.
  • Cox expects Detroit's Jahmyr Gibbs to exceed 133.5 combined rushing and receiving yards against the Cardinals.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Seth Cox of Revenge of the Birds previews the upcoming matchup between the Arizona Cardinals and the Detroit Lions, predicting a high-scoring contest. Former Cardinals offensive coordinator Drew Petzing returns to face Arizona, whose offense is being led by quarterback Jacoby Brissett. Cox highlights multiple betting options from FanDuel Sportsbook, expecting neither defense to effectively slow down the opposing offensive unit in the desert clash.

Cox backs over 54.5 total points and projects a productive outing for Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs to surpass 133.5 combined rushing and receiving yards. For Arizona, he anticipates Michael Wilson recording over 6.5 receptions against Detroit's secondary. Additionally, Cox selects Tyler Allgeier as a longshot anytime touchdown scorer amid playing time adjustments tied to Jeremiyah Love's injury status.

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