Every week, the oddsmakers trot out these mega spreads whenever a “good team” plays a “bad team” and at least once a week, one of the underdogs gives the favorite a serious run for its money. It’s happened with the Browns, Bucs, Raiders, Chiefs and Rams. Now it’s the Lions’ turn, who enjoy one major advantage over the Ravens – Calvin Johnson.
Sunday, December 13 – 1 PM ET
BetUS NFL football odds: NEW ENGLAND -13.5, Total 44
The Patriots are listed as a 13.5-point favorite, with a posted total of 44 points.
Carolina got itself a win against Tampa Bay last week, and that came because the Panthers, who had been victimized by turnovers all season long (namely Jake Delhomme’s 18 interceptions) turned that stuff into their favor against rookie quarterback Josh Freeman, who tossed five footballs into the hands of Carolina’s defenders.
Jets vs. Buccaneers (+3)
(O/U) 37
Sunday, December 13 1:00 PM ET
The New York Jets (6-6 SU, 6-6 ATS, 5-6-1 O/U) and Tampa Bay Buccaneers (1-11 SU, 4-8 ATS, 6-6 O/U) don’t have much left to play for except pride at this point of their respective regular seasons.
At a combined record of 7-17 SU, hardly anyone will be tuning in to watch the Chiefs host the Bills this Sunday. Yet, for you betting enthusiasts, this game can reap all sorts of merit for those of you that love to lump bad games in to your parlay bets.
Just one month ago, the Houston Texans (5-7 SU, 5-6-1 ATS, 4-8 O/U) were looking like a likely playoff participant easily en route to recording the first winning season in franchise history.
Now, four weeks – and four consecutive losses – later, the Texans are just trying to get back in the win column while tying the 8-8 regular season record the team has posted in consecutive seasons.
The Indianapolis Colts have met all challenges this season, mostly in convincing fashion, thanks in large part to quarterback Peyton Manning, the most studious player in the game in my estimation.
This week, the Colts will face another stiff test when they battle the Denver Broncos in an AFC matchup that could turn out to be the best game on the docket for Week 14.
Arizona Cardinals (8-4 SU & ATS) at San Francisco 49ers (5-7 SU, 7-3-2 ATS)
Monday, December 14 – 8:30 PM ET
In the BetUS NFL betting odds, the Cardinals are listed as a 3.5-point favorite, with a posted total of 44.5 points.
Here are some NFL football betting trends as they relate to this matchup:
The New Orleans Saints (12-0 SU, 8-4 ATS, 7-5 O/U) dodged a huge bullet in their 33-30 overtime win over the Washington Redskins in Week 13.
The may not be as fortunate this week against a banged-up, but desperate Atlanta Falcons (6-6 SU, 7-5 ATS, 7-5 O/U) team that would love to take their division rivals down a peg or two this week.
In order to keep their dimming postseason hopes alive for another week in the competitive NFC, the Carolina Panthers (5-7 SU, 5-7 ATS 5-7 O/U) must accomplish a feat they haven’t been able to in nearly two months – win consecutive games.
This is a game with an intensely storied rivalry that’s only furthered by the last ten games, which the Eagles and Giants have evenly split with a 5-5 SU/ATS record. Philadelphia has strung together three big wins over second-tier teams, but New York managed to stifle the Dallas Cowboys last week and are now one game shy of tying for the division lead.
What have we learned this past week?
• That New England is not as good as with Tom Brady as they were without him last year, this isn’t a knock against Tom Brady…just the team around him
• Pittsburgh is in more trouble than I anyone could of ever imagined
• And Charlie Weis better have a really, really good explanation for a really, really careless comment.
After all of the weekly games are finished be sure to check our waiver wire column, studs and duds, a who’s hot, and who’s not report plus more in our fantasy football guide.
Handicappers across the nation are getting their college football betting fix by preparing for bowl season. But what about this weekend? Aside from the Army-Navy game, there’s a void where all those Saturday games used to be.
No sweat. College basketball is up and running, and we’ve got the list of all the games involving Top 25 teams – there will be no shortage of action with these guys.
It’s true: There’s no place like home for the holidays, and that includes the world of online football betting. Home teams went 10-6 SU and ATS during Week 13 of the NFL season, taking full advantage of banged-up, road-weary opponents. Home dogs were especially tasty at 5-5 SU and 7-3 ATS.
Even colder conditions are in store for the NFL this week, starting Thursday night in the Forest City.
Depth is such an essential element of success in pro and college football, and one that is easily overlooked. Big college programs have this as a huge advantage over small schools. Because of injuries, Oregon had to use backup QB Nate Cost in the middle of the season, and he played well in a win over UCLA.
Looking for Fantasy Football – NFL Ratings – Player Rankings Week 14 – Internet Fantasy Predictions then look no further than Dave B’s weekly fantasy football player ratings and rankings for all positions.
Stick with us this week as our Fantasy Football Edge provides you with all you need to be competitive this fantasy football season, and in our NFL sportsbooks. Need help making those tough lineup decisions? Our Fantasy football Lineup Rankings can help you make the right call. We provide you with our best possible starters, based on overall Fantasy Football value and each player’s upcoming NFL weekly matchup.
