Monday, December 23, 2024

Betting

Sunday Sevens: Bets for WEEK 9

This Sunday, there are many intriguing bets to take. There are many ways to bet and many platforms to bet on (including the best possible one in our beloved sponsors). For the first edition of bets to consider this Sunday, let’s look at seven bets to take, each in a different method. One favorite, one underdog, one over bet on the total, one under bet on the total, one money line underdog bet, one alternate spread, and one player prop to take. Let’s hope that these bets will help you make a ton of cash on Sunday. Even if you don’t, at least you have amplified fun during the slate of games on Sunday.

Favorite: Ravens (+1.5) vs. Colts

Let’s ignore the fact that the Ravens have yet to lose back-to-back games in the Lamar Jackson era. This game honestly should favor the Ravens much more than 1.5 points. You might want to bet an alternate spread to receive better odds. The Ravens has lost both their games to arguably the two best teams in the AFC in the Steelers and Chiefs (keep in mind, the Colts lost to the Browns and Jaguars). The Colts are a good team that can make this a close game. Yet, anyone seeing this line should be eager to bet on a Ravens team that is looking for a big-time rebound to their season.

Underdog: Dolphins (-5.5) vs. Cardinals

The Dolphins are playing their second game in the Tua Tagovailoa era (Tua time). After the big victory against the Rams last week, there is an expected regression. The Dolphins have to travel west and have to play one of the top teams in the NFC in the Arizona Cardinals. I see this game being within the margin of the line of 5.5 points. The Dolphins have proven in their recent hot streak that they have a complete team and possess a defense that can make games close. The Dolphins might not win this game but they should make it a close contest. We also have to consider that Tua didn’t have a good game last week and didn’t need to. This can be the game for him to potentially go off on Sunday.

Over: Steelers-Cowboys (44.5)

This line has to bank on the Cowboys total ineptitude on the offensive side of the ball. Cooper Rush is playing quarterback for the Cowboys (who?). The Dallas offense has only scored 22 points in the last 3 games. At the same time, 44.5 is a low total and oddly low considering the undefeated Steelers are coming to town. The Steelers have been one of the best teams in the NFL and an offense that might put 40 points on the Cowboys defense themselves. This is a line that is begging you to bet the over on.

Under: Saints-Bucs (50.5)

This one is tough. Brees and Brady are billed as the quarterback matchup that is poised to be a shootout. The last time these two faced off, they combined for 54 points but there is more than enough reason to doubt the high-scoring results again. Let’s start with the fact that both defenses have gotten better since the early part of the season. The Bucs haven’t allowed 34 points since the week one game and particularly have been able to fill the void lost by Vita Vea at the beginning of the season.

Alvin Kamara has emerged as the Saints top weapon with Michael Thomas being out for the past few games. Expect the Buccaneers to try to take him out of the game. Jan 20, 2019; New Orleans, LA, USA; New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara (41) reacts during the fourth quarter of the NFC Championship game at Mercedes-Benz Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Derick E. Hingle-USA TODAY Sports

The second factor to consider is the game being in Tampa Bay. The first game was in the Super Dome and this game has to be played in the outdoor venue with the potentially slippery turf. Only two of the previous six games in Tampa have cleared the 50 point mark. You might sweat this one out but the Under is likely to cover in this game.

Money Line Underdog: Broncos (+176) vs. Falcons

The Falcons are coming off their second victory of the season with a Thursday night upset against the Panthers. Atlanta might finish this season 6-10 or 7-9 which would be classic considering the Falcons could have been the ideal landing spot for Trevor Lawrence. The Falcons are not a good team at all and they have been experts in blowing leads since February 2017. The Broncos just came back against the Chargers last Sunday in dramatic fashion. It would be no surprise if they did it again this Sunday against the professional lead blowers.

One Alternate Spread: Raiders (-3.5) vs. Chargers (+145)

This game has been declared a pick ’em game. The confusing aspect of this is why. The likely reason is the confidence in Justin Herbert and the recent games displaying his uncanny talent. The problem I have betting on the Chargers is that they are a genuinely bad football team. The Chargers have Justin Herbert, a solid receiving corp, Joey Bosa, and frankly not much else. It’s safe to assume that the Raiders are going to win this game and do so handily. You might want to consider taking a spread that favors the Raiders by 6.5 points to get better odds since this game can become a two score victory. The Raiders are one of those teams that you feel you can put confidence in while the Chargers are the complete opposite.

Player Prop Bets

Over Clyde Edwards-Helaire rushing yards (57.5)

The Chiefs are expected to beat the Panthers by ten points in a likely shootout. Clyde Edwards-Helaire might have a great overall day in both the running and passing game. Expect him to get plenty of carries against a Panthers defense that is not focused on the ground game. We should also anticipate Clyde getting many carries in a likely blowout victory. If the Chiefs are leading by two scores in the second half, you can almost guarantee that Andy Reid is going to call a ton of creative run plays.

Under Ben Roethlisberger passing yards (261.5).

This one is to be cautious of a potential lopsided victory for the Steelers. The Steelers can go ahead early and sit on the lead. Roethlisberger can have a dominant first half and then not throw the ball the entire second half. The Steelers will move the ball against a terrible Cowboys defense but how will they move the ball and will they be contempt with an early lead?

*The odds for Sunday’s game are from Vegasinsider.com and are subject to change from the time of the publishing of the article. The alternate spread and player props are via Fanduel Sportsbook and are also subject to change.

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