5. New England Patriots (+2000)
The Patriots, even without Brady, remain one of the top-10 teams in the eyes of the oddsmakers to win a championship. Bill Belichick has work to do in finding a new QB1, plus giving that TBD player more weapons on offense. If you trust in Belichick and the Patriots way, a $10 wager here returns $200 in profit.
6. Seattle Seahawks (+2000)
QB Russell Wilson guided the Seahawks to an 11-5 record a year ago, despite questionable talent around him. Some off-season moves and maturity from some of the team’s younger players could have Seattle in the thick of things again.
7. Las Vegas Raiders (+6000)
The Raiders are still re-tooling in head coach Jon Gruden’s image. Will a change of scenery and new impact rookies be enough to get them over the hump? They were just 7-9 a year ago and still play in a competitive AFC West, which has the Chiefs sitting firmly on top.