Back the Colts to keep it close against the Lions

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• Høl could stealthily cover against high-flying lions: Indianapolis’ defense should be able to slow down a Lions offense projected to score 30 points while relying on quarterback Anthony Richardson to keep the game within a touchdown.

• Bryce Young can put up numbers against the Chiefs: The script of the game should have the Panthers be more pass-heavy. Back Carolina quarterback to manage a low line of 177.5 passing yards.

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The NFL season is progressing as we enter Week 12.

In this article, we identify a potentially undervalued team due to a schematic advantage and a promising recent performance. We’ll also back two players who have good matchups and should outperform based on projections. Let’s get into it.

Detroit Lions @ Indianapolis Colts (+7.5, 50.5)

The Lions continue to be rated as the NFL’s top team after a blowout win over the Jaguars. It was nothing short of a perfect matchup for Detroit’s offense, which has shredded man coverage all season and faced a weak Jaguars defense that plays man at one of the highest rates in the NFL.