Lions, underdogs in 24 in row, favored in Week 2

DETROIT — If the betting odds hold, the Detroit Lions will be in unfamiliar territory Sunday at home against the Washington Commanders.

After playing in 24 consecutive games as an underdog, the longest active streak in the NFL, the Lions are currently 2 1/2-point favorites against the Commanders, according to Caesars Sportsbook.

The Lions’ streak is the team’s longest in the Super Bowl era.

The last time Detroit was…