On Sep. 4, 2025, the Pride Of Detroit staff published their Week 1 predictions for every NFL game, offering moneyline (winner), spread, and over/under calls for the full slate that begins Thursday and runs through Monday night. The preview highlights marquee matchups — including Cowboys vs. Eagles on Thursday, Chiefs vs. Chargers in São Paulo, and Lions at Packers on Sunday — and points readers to the full odds via FanDuel Sportsbook.
Key takeaways
- Staff made picks on moneyline for every Week 1 game; many also submitted spread and totals (over/under) selections.
- Season opener: Dallas vs. Philadelphia on NBC/Peacock at 8:20 p.m. ET Thursday.
- Chargers at Chiefs will be played Friday in São Paulo at Corinthians Arena, streamed on YouTube at 8:00 p.m. ET.
- Sunday features 13 games; Detroit viewers can choose Steelers–Jets (1:00 p.m. ET, CBS) or Giants–Commanders (1:00 p.m. ET, FOX).
- Detroit Lions travel to Green Bay for a 4:25 p.m. ET Sunday kickoff at Lambeau Field (CBS).
- Monday Night Football: Vikings at Bears, 8:15 p.m. ET on ESPN.
- Picks and weekly records will be tracked in the pod picks widget; FanDuel odds are linked for reference.
Verified facts
The Pride Of Detroit staff compiled predictions for all 16 regular-season Week 1 games published on Sep. 4, 2025. For each matchup the staff selected a moneyline winner; several contributors also provided spread and over/under (total points) calls. The article includes a toggle widget to view picks by moneyline, spread, or totals.
Network and schedule details cited by the staff: the season opener between the Dallas Cowboys and Philadelphia Eagles is scheduled for Thursday at 8:20 p.m. ET on NBC with streaming availability on Peacock. The international matchup between the Kansas City Chiefs and Los Angeles Chargers is set for Friday at 8:00 p.m. ET at Corinthians Arena in São Paulo, Brazil, with a YouTube stream reported.
Sunday’s slate lists 13 games. Local Detroit viewers will see two 1:00 p.m. ET options: Pittsburgh Steelers vs. New York Jets on CBS and New York Giants vs. Washington Commanders on FOX. The Detroit Lions’ Week 1 game against the Green Bay Packers is scheduled for a 4:25 p.m. ET kickoff at Lambeau Field on CBS.
Monday Night Football will feature the Minnesota Vikings vs. Chicago Bears at 8:15 p.m. ET on ESPN. The staff piece directs readers to FanDuel Sportsbook for the official lines and odds used to frame some of the spread and totals picks.
Context & impact
Staff season-opening picks serve two main audiences: casual fans looking for a quick consensus and bettors seeking a starting point for wagers. The increased fragmentation of broadcasting and streaming rights (network TV, Peacock, YouTube and others) affects how fans watch and how bettors access live odds and promos.
For Detroit-area viewers, Lions–Packers is the marquee local game and will draw heavy attention from both fanbases and bettors. Early-week picks can influence public betting percentages, which in turn shape line movement into kickoff.
Staff picks are not official betting advice. They reflect individual opinions meant to inform conversation; readers should cross-check lines and limits with an approved sportsbook and consider bankroll management before placing wagers.
We want readers to enjoy Week 1 and use these picks as a conversation starter, not a guaranteed betting strategy.
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Unconfirmed items
- References in the source text to a “Micah-less Cowboys” are included in the original copy; roster or injury status for Micah Parsons or other players should be verified with official team injury reports prior to wagering.
- A few source lines appeared garbled (for example, a misspelled stadium name and an incorrect coaching attribution). Confirm coach and venue names with team websites or the NFL schedule.
Bottom line
Pride Of Detroit’s Week 1 staff picks provide a full set of moneyline, spread and totals selections to kick off the 2025 NFL season. Use the picks to compare opinions, check the linked FanDuel odds, and make informed decisions—bearing in mind that lines change and staff selections are subjective.