NFL Handicapping Article Archive

NFL Betting: Baltimore vs. New England ATS Pick

The Baltimore Ravens and the New England Patriots square-off this Sunday afternoon for the right to represent the AFC in Super Bowl XLVI. The Patriots have been opened at Bovada as 7.5-point home favorites and the total has been set at 50.5 points. Read More

NFL Betting: Houston at Baltimore ATS Pick

The AFC’s No. 3 seed Houston Texans will look to keep their Super Bowl dreams alive when they travel east to face the No.2 seed Baltimore Ravens this Sunday in the Divisional Round of this year’s NFL playoffs. The Ravens have been opened as nine-point home favorites and the total line has been set at 35.5 points.Read More

NFL Betting: New Orleans vs. San Francisco ATS Pick

Two opposing forces will collide this Saturday afternoon when the high-flying New Orleans Saints square-off against the San Francisco 49ers and their shutdown defense in the Divisional Round of the NFL playoffs. The Saints have been opened as 3.5-point road favorites and the total line is set at 47. Read More

NFL Betting: Atlanta at NY Giants ATS Pick

The Atlanta Falcons travel to MetLife Stadium in New Jersey this week for a Sunday afternoon Wildcard Round tilt with the NFC East champion New York Giants. The Giants have been opened as three-point favorites and the total line is set at 48.5. Read More

NFL Betting: Kansas City vs. Denver ATS Pick

The Kansas City Chiefs are left to play the role of spoiler this New Year’s Day when they face-off against the Denver Broncos, who need one final win to lock-up an unlikely AFC West title. The Broncos have been opened as three-point home favorites with the total line set at 36.5 points. Read More

NFL Betting Week 16: Bears at Packers

The Chicago Bears will head into Lambeau Field this Sunday night looking for a Christmas present in the form of a much-needed win over the Green Bay Packers. The Packers have been opened as 13-point favorites with the total line set at 46.5 points. Read More

NFL Betting Week 15 Recap

It was a "kissing your sister" type week with the sportsbooks and bettors splitting on many decisions. Read More

St. Louis at Seattle ATS Pick

In what was supposed to be a possible matchup for the NFC West title when the Monday night schedules were released, the St. Louis Rams will simply look for a rare victory when they face the Seattle Seahawks as 10-point road underdogs this upcoming Monday night. Read More

NFL Betting: Browns at Steelers Spread Pick

The Cleveland Browns will look to snap a two-game skid this Thursday night when they take-on the Pittsburgh Steelers at Heinz Field in the first of two meetings this season between these AFC North rivals. The Steelers have been opened as 11-point home favorites but bettors have driven that line up to 14. The total opened at 39.5 and is know 38.5 at most online betting shops. Read More

Philadelphia Eagles at Seattle Seahawks Betting Odds - ATS Pick

The Philadelphia Eagles head to the West Coast on just one-wing to try and win for only the fifth time this season when they square-off against the Seattle Seahawks this Thursday night. The Eagles have been opened as slight three-point road favorites in this NFC matchup. Read More

Pittsburgh at Kansas City Betting Odds - ATS Pick

The Pittsburgh Steelers will look to keep pace with Baltimore in the AFC North when they tangle with the Kansas Chiefs this Sunday night in front of a prime time crowd at Arrowhead Stadium. The Steelers have been opened as 10-point road favorite in this conference matchup. Read More

Bengals at Ravens Betting Odds - ATS Pick

The Cincinnati Bengals will look to keep pace in the highly competitive AFC North division race when they face the Baltimore Ravens this Sunday afternoon at M&T Bank Stadium. The Ravens have been opened as healthy seven-point home favorites and the total has been set at 41.Read More

Ravens at Steelers Betting Odds - ATS Pick

The lead in the AFC North will be on the line this Sunday night when the Baltimore Ravens square-off against the Pittsburgh Steelers in one of the bitterest rivalries in the NFL. The Steelers have been opened as three-point home favorites and the total line is set at 41.5 points.Read More

San Diego at Kansas City Betting Odds - ATS Pick

After a tough loss to the Jets last Sunday in New Jersey, the San Diego Chargers stay on the road this Monday night to take on the Kansas City Chiefs in a suddenly tight race in the AFC West. The Chargers have been opened as 3.5-point favorite and the total line has been set at 44. Read More

Chiefs at Raiders ATS Betting Pick

The Kansas City Chiefs are fresh off a bye week and looking to jump-start their season with a big divisional win over the Oakland Raiders this upcoming Sunday afternoon. The Raiders have been opened as 3.5-point home favorites at BetOnline and the total line is set at 42. Read More

Bills at Giants ATS Betting Pick

The Buffalo Bills will try and knock-off their second-straight NFC East opponent when the face the New York Giants this Sunday afternoon. The upstart Bills are now 4-1 on the year straight-up and just three-point road underdogs at BetOnline in this game.Read More

Green Bay at Atlanta ATS Betting Pick

The Green Bay Packers will put their perfect 4-0 record on the line this upcoming Sunday night when they take on the Atlanta Falcons in a rematch of last season’s Divisional Playoffs. The defending Super Champion Packers have been opened as 4.5-point road favorites this time around. Read More

Pittsburgh at Houston ATS Betting Pick

Two of the better teams in the AFC square-off this upcoming Sunday when the 2-1 Pittsburgh Steelers take on the 2-1 Houston Texans at Reliant Stadium. The Texans have been opened as three-point home favorites over the Steelers. Read More

NY Jets at Oakland ATS Betting Pick

The New York Jets will be looking to go to 3-0 when they travel cross-country to take on the Oakland Raiders, who were stunned by Buffalo on a late fourth-quarter score this past Sunday. The Jets have been opened as 3.5-point road favorite and the total line is set at 42. Read More

Chicago at New Orleans Odds

The Chicago Bears will look to build on their impressive season debut when they take on the New Orleans Saints this upcoming Sunday afternoon at the Superdome. New Orleans, which is looking to bounce back from a tough loss the Green Bay, has been opened as a seven-point favorite. Read More

New Orleans at Green Bay Odds

The 2011 NFL regular season, once in serious doubt due to an unsettled labor situation, finally kicks off this Thursday night when the New Orleans Saints take on the defending Super Bowl champion Green Bay Packers. Bodog has opened the Packers as four-point home favorites and the ‘over/under’ is set at 47. Read More

NFL Playoff Betting: Green Bay Packers at Chicago Bears

NFC Championship odds are here, and the NFL couldn't have scripted a better match up. Two of the league's longest and most bitter rivals will meet for a third time this season, as the Chicago Bears host the Green Bay Packers. Bodog has Green Bay as a 3.5-point favorite.
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NFL Playoff Betting: Baltimore at Pittsburgh

NFL Divisional Playoff odds get started this weekend with what should be a defensive-minded bloodbath. The Baltimore Ravens and Pittsburgh Steelers absolutely hate each other; this will be their third meeting of the year, and Baltimore's Terrell Suggs has already labeled it "the Apocalypse." BetED.com has Pittsburgh as a three-point favorite.
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ATS Pick: Chicago Bears at Green Bay Packers

Win and you're in. It's that simple for the playoff-hungry Green Bay Packers, who host the Chicago Bears on Sunday. If they lose, they'll need lots of help elsewhere to clinch a playoff spot. Green Bay is a 10-point favorite at Bodog.com.
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ATS Pick: New Orleans Saints at Atlanta Falcons

In a potential preview of the NFC Championship, the Atlanta Falcons will host the New Orleans Saints on Monday Night Football odds. The Falcons can wrap up the NFC South with one win over the next two weeks, but the Saints still have hope. Atlanta is a three-point favorite at Bodog.com.Read More

ATS Pick: Carolina Panthers at Pittsburgh Steelers

The Pittsburgh Steelers need to rebound from last week's loss fast if they plan on winning the AFC North, as the Baltimore Ravens can still catch them for the AFC North division crowd. At least the Steelers have a puff-cake on tap, as they face the Carolina Panthers in NFL betting Thursday night. BetUS has Pittsburgh as a 14.5-point favorite. Read More

ATS Pick: Philadelphia Eagles at New York Giants

Can you say NFC East championship game? That's essentially what it's down to for the Philadelphia Eagles and New York Giants on Sunday. The winner will control its own destiny to win the division. The hometown Giants are a three-point favorite at Bodog. Read More

ATS Pick: San Francisco 49ers at San Diego Chargers

Consider Thursday's match up between the San Francisco 49ers and San Diego Chargers a playoff game for both teams. The Niners are especially desperate in the NFC West, while San Diego is trying to keep pace in the AFC West. BetED has San Diego as an 8.5-point favorite on NFL odds. Read More

ATS Pick: Baltimore Ravens at Houston Texans

With the playoffs finally showing on the horizon, several teams are in must-win situations. The Houston Texans know that better than anybody, as a loss to the Baltimore Ravens on Monday Night Football odds will all but eliminate them from playoff contention. BetED has Baltimore as a 3-point favorite. Read More

ATS Pick: Philadelphia Eagles at Dallas Cowboys

The Dallas Cowboys may not have a shot at the postseason, but that doesn't mean they won't impact the playoffs. Dallas is playing inspired football right now, and it'd love nothing more than to knock off NFC East rival Philadelphia. The Eagles are 3.5-point favorites on Sunday night at BetUS.com. Read More

ATS Pick: Indianapolis Colts at Tennessee Titans

Despite mounting losses and frustration, the Indianapolis Colts still control their own destiny; if the Colts win out, they'll be crowned AFC South champions. That playoff drive begins Thursday against the Tennessee Titans. Indianapolis is a 3-point favorite at BetUS.com. Read More

MNF Bet: New York Jets at New England Patriots

In perhaps the biggest Monday Night Football odds of 2010, the New England Patriots will pay a visit to the New York Jets this week. Both teams are tied at 9-2, and the winner will have a major advantage in winning the AFC East crown. BetUS.com has New England as a 3-point favorite. Read More

NFL Odds: Pittsburgh Steelers at Baltimore Ravens

In Sunday night NFL betting we get a crucial AFC North match-up for both teams, as the Pittsburgh Steelers and Baltimore Ravens will battle in a game that could very well determine the winner of the AFC North. BetED has Baltimore as a 3-point wagering favorite. Read More

NFL Odds: Houston Texans at Philadelphia Eagles

The Philadelphia Eagles and Houston Texans flopped places last week, with Philly losing and ending a winning streak while Houston picked up a "W" and ended a skid. They meet on Thursday NFL odds, with BetED.com making the Eagles an 8-point favorite. Read More

ATS Pick: San Francisco 49ers at Arizona Cardinals

It may be difficult to pick a spread winner on this game. The 49ers are 0-4 SU and 1-3 ATS on the road and the Cardinals are 2-2 SU at home, but a bankroll busting 1-3 ATS. BetED.com has the 49ers as a 1-point favorite on the NFL oddsboard. Read More

ATS Pick: San Diego Chargers at Indianapolis Colts

Two of the best quarterbacks in the NFL go head-to-head Sunday when Philip Rivers and the Chargers visit Peyton Manning and the Colts. Both clubs have been headed in opposite directions lately, with San Diego surging and Indy sliding. Still BetED.com has The Colts as a 3-point favorite on NFL odds. Read More

ATS Pick: New Orleans Saints at Dallas Cowboys

Two preseason Super Bowl favorites go head-to-head on Thanksgiving Day. The only problem? Only one of them is still a Super Bowl contender. Still, the New Orleans Saints can't take the Dallas Cowboys lightly, as they're playing much better with Wade Phillips gone. BetED.com has New Orleans as a 4-point favorite on NFL odds. Read More

ATS Pick: Denver Broncos at San Diego Chargers

The Denver Broncos and San Diego Chargers square off on this week's Monday Football odds, and there will be a playoff-like atmosphere surrounding the game-both teams still have a shot at winning the AFC West, but losing this game would be a devastating blow. Bodog.com opened San Diego as a 10-point favorite. Read More

ATS Pick: Colts at Patriots

One of the greatest rivalries of the past decade resumes in Week 11 NFL betting as the Indianapolis Colts visit the New England Patriots. The series has been incredibly tight over the past several years; this time, New England is a 3-point favorite at Betus. Read More

Betting Pick: Giants at Eagles

First place in the NFC East is on the line as the New York Giants and Philadelphia Eagles face off on Sunday Night Football odds. The Giants are coming off a major letdown, while the Eagles played one of the more impressive games in NFL history. BetED has Philly as a 3-point favorite. Read More

ATS Pick: Patriots at Steelers

In a potential AFC Championship preview, the New England Patriots will square off against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Week 10 NFL odds. Bodog has Pittsburgh as a 4.5-point favorite. Read More

NFL Odds: Ravens at Falcons

The Baltimore Ravens and Atlanta Falcons meet Thursday in a potential Super Bowl match up. Sportsbook.com has Atlanta as a 1-point favorite. Read More

MNF Pick: Texans at Colts

The Texans ran all over the Colts in their Week 1 meeting on route to an easy 10 point win as a 1.5 point home dog. Will the Colts be able to shore up their rush defense for tonight's match-up? The Oddsmaker at 5Dimes has the Colts as the betting favorite at -5 points. Read More

NFL Bet: Patriots at Chargers

It isn't do-or-die time for the San Diego Chargers-but it's awfully close. The Chargers host New England on Sunday, and they're desperate for a win after a sluggish start to 2010. Sportsbook.com has San Diego as a 2.5-point wagering favorite. Read More

NFL Odds: Ravens at Pats

The New England Patriots host the Baltimore Ravens on Week 6 NFL odds, and they'll have revenge on their minds after getting smoked by Baltimore in last year's Wild Card palyoffs. Sportsbook.com has the Pats as 2.5-point favorites Read More

NFL Odds: Vikings at Jets

Will the acquisition of star WR R. Moss be the answer to the Vikings' scoring woes? We'll see tonight with Minnesota facing one of the better defenses in the NFL. 5Dimes has the Minnesota Vikings' total set at 17. Read More

NFL Best Bet: Chiefs at Colts

This week's Kansas City at Indianapolis match up features the NFL's last unbeaten team-but it isn't the Colts. Regardless, BroburySports has made Indy a nine-point favorite for Sunday's game. Read More

NFL Best Bet: Patriots at Dolphins

Sure the Patriots can score, but their defense will be tested by the Dolphins' QB C. Henne coming off a career game versus the Jets. Bodog has the total set at 48. Read More

Atlanta at New Orleans Betting Pick

First place in the NFC South is on the line this week, as the Atlanta Falcons and New Orleans Saints hook up in Week 3 NFL betting. The Falcons have the benefit of catching the Saints on a short week, though they're still road underdogs by 4.5 points at Sportsbook.com. Read More

Pittsburgh at Tenessee Betting Pick
The Pittsburgh Steelers surprised many bettors with their OT win versus the Falcons. However, QB Dixon may be saying "there's no place like home" after this week's game. Bodog has the Titans as a 5 point favorite. Read More

Baltimore at NY Jets Betting
Monday Night Football is back, and it couldn't have opened with a bigger match up. In a potential preview of this year's AFC Championship game, the Baltimore Ravens will pay a visit to the New York Jets. Bodog has the Jets as a 2.5-point favorite, with the total set at 36. has the total at 39. Read More

Miami at Buffalo Pick
Rich Crew thinks the Buffalo Bills and Mimai Dolphins will be able to put up some points today. 5Dimes has the total at 39. Read More

After their surprising playoff run and off-season acquisitions, the Jets are co-favorites with the Patriots at +130 odds to win the AFC East divisional battle.

Pro Bowl Betting - Jan 30th

35 of the original 86 Pro Bowlers won't suit up this weekend, but that doesn't mean that the game doesn't offer good wagering value. Read More

Divisional Wagering Recap - Jan 18th

NFL playoff trends go bust again as the Cardinals who were on a bookie bashing 10-0 ATS road streak got hammered in New Orleans. Read More

Ravens at Colts Betting Pick - Jan 16th
Crew was 4-0 in the first round of the playoffs. See who Rich is betting in the Baltiomre at Indianapolis game. Read More

Sportsbooks won the first round of the NFL Playoffs - Jan 11th
The sportsbooks cashed in big this past weekend with a large percentage of bettors taking hits on the Patriots and the Packers losses. Read More

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