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Detroit Lions Hold 38% Division Odds, 68% Playoff Chance

6/5/2026

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Detroit Lions have the highest 2026 odds—38.2% to win their division and 68.4% to make the playoffs—after a 9-8 2025 season.
Analysts cite a favorable schedule (27th in opponent DVOA) and fewer defensive injuries than other NFC North teams as reasons.
New Orleans Saints rank second (11% division win, 23.8% playoff) and New York Giants third (6% win, 22% playoff) after 2025 records of 4-13 and 6-11 respectively.

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Story summary

Detroit Lions have the highest 2026 odds—38.2% to win their division and 68.4% to make the playoffs—after a 9-8 2025 season.
Analysts cite a favorable schedule (27th in opponent DVOA) and fewer defensive injuries than other NFC North teams as reasons.
New Orleans Saints rank second (11% division win, 23.8% playoff) and New York Giants third (6% win, 22% playoff) after 2025 records of 4-13 and 6-11 respectively.