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A snapshot look at the NFL betting lines and odds for Week 1 sports betting and DFS action.
A good way to start your weekly homework for DFS (daily fantasy sports) play is to analyze the early Vegas odds around Week 1.
These guys have a long history of making money off of setting the right game spread and points scored. So it can be an early indicator of teams to target due to high-scoring potential, and teams to avoid for the opposite reason.
Note: Odds provided by BetMGM Sportsbook
OFF = No odds currently listed.
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The five best NFL player prop bets to make for the upcoming week.
It’s not just the games that bettors can get a piece of each week of the NFL season. There are more than 1,000 prop bets that can be made each week.
With most teams as healthy as they’re going to be all season, we selected five players to shine the spotlight on. They include one of the league’s best running backs in an in-state rivalry, a pair of quarterbacks with contrasting rushing styles, a quarterback who was most successful mixing in the run a lot, and a wide receiver scoring a touchdown against one of the worst pass defenses in the league.
Note: Odds provided by BetMGM Sportsbook
These bets are among the smartest wagers to make in Week 1.
Our long NFL slumber since the days when winning or losing meant something – on the field or in your online account – is over. This weekend will be the first full-table feast, and we’ve picked out five betting matchups to keep your attention throughout the afternoon – a game to go Over, a game to go Under, a couple of Super Bowl-caliber teams putting their foot on the neck of a lesser team, and a moneyline cash grab.
Your NFL betting guide for all of the top wagers of Week 1.
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After the long wait since February, every team is starting fresh and looking to make a statement in Week 1. For half the teams, panic will set in as they look to avoid starting 0-2 and digging themselves an early hole. But for now, every fan base is looking for brighter days ahead – starting with a statement win in Week 1.
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The Lions are the darlings of the prediction crowd and are getting a lot of respect from the gambling crowd, who have made the Chiefs a smaller-than-expected home favorite (4.5 points at -110 for both the Lions and Chiefs). While I agree the Lions are going to likely finish the year as division champs, they’re going to start the season losing to the defending world champs in their yard. Take the Chiefs and lay 4.5 points (-110).
The Panthers went on a fire sale before the trade deadline and a lot has changed since. Both teams made splash picks early in the 2023 draft – Carolina using the first pick on Bryce Young and the Falcons adding All-World running back Bijan Robinson at No. 8. The Over/Under is the second-lowest of the week (39.5 points at -110 Over, -110 Under). It makes sense. Young isn’t going to take chances, and the Falcons are going to run the ball a lot. This game has 20-16 written all over it. Take the Under of 39.5 points (-110).
The only double-digit point spread favorite of the week are the Ravens (10 points at -100 for both teams). There’s a reason for that. The Texans are in a rebuild, and the Ravens are healthy (which they haven’t been able to say often the last couple years). Healthy Ravens are dangerous Ravens, especially at home. Take Baltimore and lay 10 points (-110).
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The Bengals have the requirements to win the Super Bowl, but the Battles of Ohio are often bloody. The Over/Under is significant (47.5 points at -110 for both). While both offenses are capable of lighting up the scoreboard, a division battle like this will be more field position and field goals than 60-yard bombs. Take the Under of 47.5 points (-110).
The Jaguars are looking to show they’re ready for the big time, while the Colts are turning the page to a new era. Jacksonville is a solid road favorite (5 points at -110 for both). Anthony Richardson has all the tools to be a great quarterback, but his debut is likely to be a little rocky, and the Colts won’t have Jonathan Taylor. The Jags will take advantage of that. Take the Jaguars and lay 5 points (-110).
Nobody had the run of luck that Minnesota did last year – winning 11 one-score games. The reason the Vikings couldn’t put away opponents like a 13-4 team should have is that their defense was (and is) brutal. Minnesota is a heavy favorite (6 points at -110 for both). While I believe the Vikings will win, don’t give away that many points. Take the Buccaneers plus 6 points (-110).
Most point-spread betting lines when they’re set look to have the same return. The Saints are the biggest investment as a favorite (3 points at -105 Titans, -115 Saints). It won’t be shocking if it goes to 3.5 points before Sunday, because the Saints are the capable of winning by much more than a field goal. Take the Saints and lay 3 points (-115).
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The 49ers are a legitimate Super Bowl contender but are playing a 1 p.m. ET game (10 a.m. local time) against a defense that doesn’t get pushed around. The 49ers should find a way to win, but this one has the potential to be dominated by the defenses. The Over/Under is low (41 points at -110 for both), but it should have been lower. Take the Under of 41 points (-110).
The Commanders are viewed as the last-place favorite in the NFC East, but they’re a huge favorite in this one (7 points and -110 for both teams). That’s because, until further notice, the current version of the Cardinals will be a touchdown or larger underdog most weeks. Take the Commanders and lay 7 points (-110).
The oddsmakers know the story with this rivalry. It’s been like a hammer and a nail for three decades. The faces have changed, but the Packers dominate this series. The Bears are a tepid home favorite (1 point), and it’s because Green Bay’s defense is what will keep them in playoff contention. The dominance continues. Take the Packers on the moneyline (+100).
The fact of the matter is that Bill Belichick is a .500 coach without Tom Brady. Yet, he still gets the respect his legacy has earned, which explains why the Eagles are such small favorites (4 points at -110 for both). The Eagles are a bad opponent with which to change that downward trend. Take the Eagles and lay 4 points (-110).
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The Sean Payton era begins with the hopes of improving the expectations that were crushed last season. The Jimmy Garoppolo era in Vegas begins in unfriendly confines. The Over/Under isn’t absurd (44 points at -110 for the Over and Under). Russell Wilson is a game manager, at best, at this point. That gives you the feeling, barring a couple of Wilson bombs dropping out of the thin Colorado air, this is too high an O/U. Take the Under of 44 points (-110).
This game has the highest Over/Under of the week (51 points at -110 for both). These are two of the most explosive big-play offenses in the NFL and, even if a team gets behind by 17 points, it doesn’t mean the game is over. It may take until late in the game to hit, but take the Over of 51 points (-110).
The Seahawks are solid favorites and it’s more because the Rams are struggling than Seattle is dominant. The Over/Under is up there (46 points at -110 for both). Without Cooper Kupp, a lot of Rams are going to have to step up. Not enough of them will do their part to score enough points. Take the Under of 46 points (-110).
This rivalry is always a physical battle. The Cowboys are road favorites (3 points at -115 Cowboys, -105 Giants). With everyone healthy to start the season, Dallas has more explosive playmakers on both sides of the ball than the Giants. They will make enough big plays to win the night. Take the Cowboys and lay 3 points (-115).
The hype train is going to be crazy for this one. Buffalo has dominated the division but are a minimal favorite (2.5 points at -110 for both teams). Aaron Rodgers makes his Jets debut and will ride the emotion much like Brett Favre did a decade and a half earlier. Buy into the hype … for this game anyway. Take the Jets on the moneyline (+115).
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Use our staff’s weekly pick’em against the spread and straight up for the win.
NFL picks are provided for straight up (moneyline) and against the spread (ATS) NFL pick pools.
Each week’s spread picks are graded by the line as of when the person entered their picks. This will create situations in which a movement of the line can result in two participants having the correct pick but with different teams chosen during an individual game.
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DMD – David Dorey, SG – Steve Gallo, HS – Harley Schultz, CC – Cletis Cutts, CJB – Cory Bonini, HCG – HC Green, KH – Kevin Hickey
According to the latest odds at Tipico Sportsbook, Denver is now favored by 6.5 points.
When the NFL released the 2022 regular season schedule in May, the Seahawks opened as 3.5-point underdogs against the Broncos. Now six days away from the Week 1 matchup, those odds have not gotten any better. In fact, the line is heading in the wrong direction as far as Seattle is concerned.
According to the latest odds at Tipico Sportsbook, Denver is now favored by 6.5 points. While a lot goes into any particular spread, it’s not hard to see why this one is the way it is. We can dance around it but the Seahawks are simply an inferior team compared to the Broncos and it’s their own fault.
It’s debatable whether Russell Wilson will be worth the five-year, $245 million extension he just agreed to over the long haul. However, for now it’s safe to say that the Seahawks are the underdogs because they had one of the league’s best quarterbacks and decided to trade him.
While Wilson doesn’t have a star receiver the caliber of DK Metcalf or Tyler Lockett, he has plenty of talent to work with in Denver. More importantly, this will be Wilson’s first experience with an offensive-minded head coach – which was ultimately what forced him out of Seattle. It’s worth remembering that this offense has always been at its best when Wilson went no-huddle.
Broncos coach Nathaniel Hackett helped Aaron Rodgers win the last two MVP awards in Green Bay and we wouldn’t be remotely surprised if Wilson gets his first votes for that honor this year.
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Here’s what you need to know about when and how to watch or stream the game online.
Here’s everything that you need to know about when and how to watch or stream the game online.
When
Sunday, Sept. 12, 10:00 a.m. PT
Where
Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis, IN
Watch
The game will be broadcast on the FOX network in the blue areas on the map below.
Broadcasters
Kenny Albert and Jonathan Vilma are on the call.
Streaming
Live stream fuboTV (free 7-day trial)
Radio
Seattle’s home radio station is ESPN 710 AM. You can find more affiliates here.
Referee assignment
Tony Corrente
History
The Seahawks are 5-7 all-time against the Colts, but they did win the last matchup in the 2017 season 46-18. For what it’s worth, Indianapolis has lost their last seven games to open the year.
Odds
Seattle is favored by 2.5 points in this matchup, according to Tipico Sportsbook.
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Here is the team’s updated Week 1 injury report.
The Seattle Seahawks didn’t play any of their key stars during the preseason. While it was boring to watch at times, they’re getting the benefits now. Heading into Sunday’s season opener against the Indianapolis Colts, no players are listed as out or questionable.
Here is the team’s full Week 1 injury report.
| Player | Injury | Wed | Thu | Fri | Status |
| WR Dee Eskridge | Toe | Limited | Full | – | |
| G Gabe Jackson | Load management | Limited | Limited | – | |
| RB Rashaad Penny | Calf | Limited | Limited | – | |
| C Ethan Pocic | Hamstring | Limited | Limited | – | |
| OT Duane Brown | Load management | Limited | Limited | – | |
| S Ryan Neal | Oblique | Limited | Full | – | |
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| CB Sidney Jones | Groin | Limited | Limited | – | |
| RB Chris Carson | Neck | Full | Full | – | |
| RB Alex Collins | Foot | Full | – | – | |
| G Damien Lewis | Finger | Full | – | – | |
| QB Geno Smith | Back | Full | Full | – | |
| FS Marquise Blair | Knee | Full | – | – | |
| CB Tre Flowers | Finger | Full | – | – | |
| DT Bryan Mone | Knee | Full | Full | – | |
| CB D.J. Reed | Foot | Full | Full | – |
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According to Tipico Sportsbook, Seattle is favored by 2.5 points against Indianapolis.
The Seattle Seahawks will kick off their 2021 season on the road against the Indianapolis Colts this weekend. With only a few days to go before the game, odds have been released. According to Tipico Sportsbook, Seattle is favored by 2.5 points against Indianapolis.
The Colts lead the all-time series between these teams 7-5. The Seahawks won their last matchup handily, though. In October of 2017, they blasted Indy by a score of 46-18, led by three total touchdowns from Russell Wilson and another by Bobby Wagner.
As for Sunday’s game, this should be a quality matchup between two 2020 playoff teams. Indianapolis went 11-5 last season and lost to the Buffalo Bills in the wild card round. Meanwhile, Seattle went 12-4 before getting bounced by the LA Rams, also in the wild card round.
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The NFL revealed Week 1 and the Cowboys face the Bucs! Get all the latest gambling information on the highly-anticipated matchup.
As the football world awaited the release of the full 2021 NFL Schedule, the league did everyone a favor and revealed the Week 1 matchups hours before the rest of the schedule. Being the most valuable sports franchise in the world, Dallas Cowboys fans expected that their club be featured in the limelight in one way or another, and that is exactly the case, as the Cowboys are now set to travel to Tampa Bay to take on the defending champion Buccaneers in the NFL’s season kick-off game.
Sure to be one of the most watched matchups this upcoming season, this showdown between Tom Brady and Dak Prescott will likely be one of the most wagered on games of the year, as the the appetite and accessibility for gambling on the NFL continues to rise in America.
BetMGM has already released their odds for the majority of Week 1 matchups, and the Buccaneers are currently a -6.5 point favorite over the Cowboys, meaning the oddsmakers’ think Tampa Bay beats Dallas by about a touchdown. The odds for Cowboys to win the game outright sit at +225, which means a $100 bet on Dallas to win the game would win you $225.
Of the thirteen Week 1 spreads released so far, Dallas’ +6.5 is the third highest, only behind the Lions +7.5 hosting the 49ers, and the Bears +7 traveling to the Rams.
Despite the Bucs possessing one of the league’s best defenses, the bookies believe the two star-studded offenses will shine, as the point total for the game is set at over/under 52.5, the highest projected point total of Week 1.
All the above spreads and totals are subject to chance as the season draws closer.
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