Pittsburgh Steelers vs Detroit Lions Picks and Predictions for Sunday, December 21, 2025

By: Cameron Ross Published 12/20/2025, 01:18 AM ET
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Pittsburgh Steelers vs Detroit Lions Game Information

The Pittsburgh Steelers will be on the road Sunday to play the Detroit Lions. Pittsburgh has eight wins and six losses this season, having won three of the last five, including two in a row, following a 13-point home victory against Miami in their last outing. The Detroit Lions return home this week with eight wins and six losses after losing 3 of the previous 5, following a 7-point road loss to the Los Angeles Rams last time out. Stay in the news with our NFL Picks.

Pittsburgh Steelers Preview

Aaron Rodgers leads the Pittsburgh offense this season with 2594 yards and 22 scores on 248 completions across 13 games. Jaylen Warren is the top ball carrier on the roster with 685 yards and four scores on 171 carries. Kenneth Gainwell has chipped in 93 carries for 451 yards and four scores. DK Metcalf leads the team with 808 yards and six touchdowns on 55 receptions this season.

Detroit Lions Preview

Jared Goff leads the Detroit offense this season with 3672 yards and 29 touchdowns on 314 completions. Jahmyr Gibbs leads the way on the ground for the Lions with 1100 yards and 13 touchdowns on 200 carries. David Montgomery has chipped in 136 carries for 635 yards and eight touchdowns. Amon-Ra St. Brown leads the team with 1140 yards and 11 scores on 94 receptions this season.

Pittsburgh Steelers vs Detroit Lions Prediction

Both teams come into this week with the same record, as each is looking to punch its ticket into the playoffs. Pittsburgh is currently the top team in the AFC North, while Detroit is presently third in the NFC North. Look for Detroit to do the work to pull off the victory, but Pittsburgh will keep things close enough this week to cover the number. Final Score Prediction: Detroit Lions win, but the Pittsburgh Steelers cover 24-20. Make sure you know about how the fans are looking on prediction markets for the Lions with the Thrillz promo code. Make the most of your bets on the Steelers by using the sportsbook promos.  Make sure when you place your Lions vs Steelers bet you are using the bet365 bonus code.

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