Category Archives: Uncategorized

TNF Buccaneers vs. Falcons Pro Bettors Preview

The official betting preview of pro gamblers for Tampa Bay vs. Atlanta from Grandmaster Sports Handicapper Joe Duffy. 

  • 3 Thursday night sides: NFL and 2 CFB
  • Friday CFB total 
  • Saturday: CFB Total of the Year among 4 Wise Guys, plus 8 Majors
  • Named play among 8 Sunday NFL, 3 are Wise Guy bets! We added early morning London winner.

Joe Duffy’s Picks at OffshoreInsiders.com

Tampa-Atlanta (-1.5,44)

Opened: Atlanta -3, 44

75% of bets, 86% of money on Tampa

80% of bets, 75% of handle on OVER 

Free winning bet:

Tampa-Atlanta UNDER 44

Medium range total, both teams off a win, one as a favorite one as a dog, both off a cover, goes under 62-33-4. As we will admit, this traded system is somewhat backfitted and less dominant the last three years, not a premium play. However, one of the top sharps, one who is having a good season again, has this bet. 

Systems:

Thursday favorites after week 4 under specific situations that apply in this game are 129-73-3 (Atlanta)

Tampa just second road game, but they are 1-0, while Atlanta is 1-2 at home SU. Anti-splits angle about fading road teams with a significantly better road winning percentage than home team’s home winning percentage is 116-68-8 (Atlanta)

First half of the season underdogs off less than a TD are 234-148-7 under specific situations that apply in this game (Tampa)

Go against home teams in a short week if they averaged less than 45.8 yards per punt in the last series meeting is 24-6 (Tampa)

Go against conference teams off a high-scoring home game if not with extreme rest is 612-483-27 (Atlanta)

Since 2024 first or only series meeting with a total of 44 or less goes UNDER 481-362-17 includind113-81-3 if divisional (UNDER)

Primetime games under 78-49-1 last 3 seasons (8-7 this year)

  • Public loves overs, so books need unders says it’s not coincidental 

Trends

Tampa 9-1 ATS road, Atlanta 0-3 ATS home this year and 3-10 favorites last 2 years

Curt Cousins 8-3 primetime, Baker Mayfield 3-8, but Atlanta 3-9 under the lights 

Cousins under 9-1 last 10, Mayfield under 13-2 in primetime 

Tampa 10-3 as dogs last 2 years, including 8-1 road underdogs 

Ron Tolbert is the head ref and unders 43-26 with him

Notes:

Tampa with the third highest blitz rate in the NFL this season but Cousins most TDs against the blitz since 2018 at 68

Atlanta without C Drew Dalman, starting LB Troy Anderson

Tampa without S Antoine Winfield; #3 and #4 WRs Jalen McMillan and Trey Palmer 

Prop bets

Cade Otton (TB) over 28.5 receiving yards

Integrated more into offense and Tampa’s WR depth thinned, so safety valve, especially in a short week, where tougher to throw in more wrinkles. New OC Liam Coen has Mayfield throwing quicker and shorter passes 

Rachaad White (TB) OVER 9.5 carries 

He is averaging 10.3 this season and is bigger than teammate Bucky Irving, so on a short week, should get a 60-40 or better split on carries

Power ratings:

Massey: Tampa 23-20 (TB ATS and money)

OddsTrader: Atlanta 22-19 (lean UNDER)

Sportsline: Atlanta 24-23

BetQL: Atlanta 23-21

StatSharp: 22-22 tie

Action: Atlanta -2, 44

MyBookieDouble deposit up to $1,000 +$100K
BovadaGreat online casino with 3K welcome bonus!
GT Bets100% bonus on initial deposit, 50% on 2nd
Bet Now100% sign up bonus
BetOnlineHome of the opening line, has a $1,000 welcome bonus
Sports Betting #1 rated sportsbook for live betting. 1K signup bonus

NFL Week 5 Winning Bet

Joe Duffy’s NFL week 5 winning bet is on: 

MIAMI +1 New England MyBookie review

The Fins are far and away the worst spread team in the NFL at 0-4 and -15.6 margin of cover. Regression towards the mean angle that says go with a horrible ATS team is 292-196-7. Speaking of regression, in the name of full disclosure its historic success is greater than in recent years. Underdogs looking for at least their third straight win in the series are 19-4. Teams that have allowed substantially more points than expected over the last two games, based on delta points allowed are 40-10-2. Fading favorites that are almost always in an underdog role is 167-103-13. The Fins have looked poor, but this week they are the NFL winning bet.

🏈 3 Thursday night sides: NFL and 2 CFB. 📊 Friday CFB total 🔥 Saturday: CFB Total of the Year among 4 Wise Guys, plus 8 Majors. 🏈Named play among 8 Sunday NFL, 3 are Wise Guy bets! We added early morning London winner. All this at OffshoreInsiders.com

MyBookieDouble deposit up to $1,000 +$100K
BovadaGreat online casino with 3K welcome bonus!
GT Bets100% bonus on initial deposit, 50% on 2nd
Bet Now100% sign up bonus
BetOnlineHome of the opening line, has a $1,000 welcome bonus
Sports Betting #1 rated sportsbook for live betting. 1K signup bonus

NFL Opening Lines Week 5, Line Moves Compared to Lookahead Lines

Are the Commanders for real? Can anyone beat Minnesota? Will the Jags ever earn a W?  The best NFL handicappers know this answer.

A lot of storylines emerged from Week 4 of the 2024 NFL season, and again, there were a lot of upsets. 

Below, we take a peek ahead into Week 5. 

Every Friday, Betonline releases look-ahead lines for the following week. The look-ahead numbers are taken down on Sunday right before the games start, and then they are re-opened Sunday evening. 

If there’s significant movement (1.5 points or more) from the look-ahead spread or total that are released prior to Week 4, that will be notated under the opening line below.  

NFL Week 5 spread are subject to change at Betonline from these NFL opening lines.

NFL Week 5 Opening Odds 

Thursday, October 3 

  • Bucs @ Falcons (-2.5, 42.5) 

Sunday, October 6 

  • Jets vs. Vikings (-2.5, 41.5) 
  • Panthers @ Bears (-4.5, 43.5) 
  • Ravens @ Bengals (+1.5, 48.5) 

(Look-ahead total was 47) 

  • Dolphins @ Patriots (PK, 36) 

(Look-ahead total was 42.5) 

  • Browns @ Commanders (-3, 44) 
  • Colts @ Jags (-2.5, 45.5) 
  • Bills @ Texans (+2.5, 47) 

(Look-ahead spread was Bills -1) 

  • Raiders @ Broncos (-2, 36) 
  • Cardinals @ 49ers (-7, 48.5) 
  • Packers @ Rams (+3, 46.5) 
  • Giants @ Seahawks (-6, 42) 
  • Cowboys @ Steelers (-2, 41) 

(Look-ahead spread was a pick ‘em) 

Monday, October 7 

  • Saints @ Chiefs (-5.5, 43) 

(Look-ahead total was 45.5) 

Get the winning bets at OffshoreInsiders.com We uses NFL opening lines, lookahead lines, with other power ratings, computer sims, betting models and more.

MyBookieDouble deposit up to $1,000 +$100K
BovadaGreat online casino with 3K welcome bonus!
GT Bets100% bonus on initial deposit, 50% on 2nd
Bet Now100% sign up bonus
BetOnlineHome of the opening line, has a $1,000 welcome bonus
Sports Betting #1 rated sportsbook for live betting. 1K signup bonus

Opening Lines Week 6 College Football

What a week we had in college football and opening lines and point spreads are up for this week.

We saw No. 6 Ole Miss go down to Kentucky, while Alabama and Georgia produced a battle of the ages. 

I thought the below opening Week 6 NCAAF spreads may be of interest to you. They’re courtesy of Betonline  

College Football Week 6 lines are subject to change. Visit Betonline to see line moves.  BetOnline review.

Note: FBS vs FCS game lines don’t get posted until later in the week. 

Week 6 College Football Lines. Spread winners will be at OffshoreInsiders.com

Thursday, October 3, 2024 

  • Texas State (-15) @ Troy 
  • Sam Houston (-10) @ UTEP 

Friday, October 4, 2024 

  • Jacksonville State (-14) @ Kennesaw State 
  • Houston @ TCU (-16.5) 
  • Michigan State (-24) @ Oregon 
  • Syracuse @ UNLV (-4) 

Saturday, October 5, 2024 

  • Tennessee (–13.5) @ Arkansas 
  • Pittsburgh (-2) @ North Carolina 
  • UCLA @ Penn State (–27.5) 
  • Michigan @ Washington (-2) 
  • USC (–8.5) @ Minnesota 
  • Clemson (–14.5) @ Florida State 
  • Baylor @ Iowa State (–12.5) 
  • Utah State @ Boise State (-27) 
  • Indiana (–11.5) @ Northwestern 
  • Rutgers @ Nebraska (-7) 
  • Purdue @ Wisconsin (–12.5) 
  • Texas Tech @ Arizona (–5.5) 
  • Missouri @ Texas A&M (–2.5) 
  • SMU @ Louisville (-7) 
  • Massachusetts @ Northern Illinois (–17.5) 
  • Boston College @ Virginia (–3.5) 
  • Wake Forest @ NC State (–5.5) 
  • Navy (–7.5) @ Air Force 
  • Army (–10) @ Tulsa 
  • Tulane (–14) @ UAB 
  • Western Michigan (–7.5) @ Ball State 
  • Auburn @ Georgia (–23.5) 
  • Iowa @ Ohio State (-20) 
  • Ole Miss (–9.5) @ South Carolina 
  • Temple @ UConn (–13.5) 
  • Virginia Tech (–6.5) @ Stanford 
  • App State @ Marshall (-2) 
  • Miami (OH) @ Toledo (–6.5) 
  • Bowling Green (–14) @ Akron 
  • East Carolina (–7.5) @ Charlotte 
  • West Virginia @ Oklahoma State (-5) 
  • Alabama (–24) @ Vanderbilt 
  • Colorado State @ Oregon State (–13.5) 
  • Old Dominion @ Coastal Carolina (-5) 
  • South Alabama (–3.5) @ Arkansas State 
  • James Madison (–14.5) @ UL Monroe 
  • Louisiana (–14 @ Southern Miss) 
  • Nevada @ San José State (–7.5) 
  • UCF @ Florida (–1.5) 
  • Duke @ Georgia Tech (–8.5) 
  • Kansas @ Arizona State (–2.5) 
  • Hawai’i @ San Diego State (–2.5) 
  • Miami (–12.5) @ California 
MyBookieDouble deposit up to $1,000 +$100K
BovadaGreat online casino with 3K welcome bonus!
GT Bets100% bonus on initial deposit, 50% on 2nd
Bet Now100% sign up bonus
BetOnlineHome of the opening line, has a $1,000 welcome bonus
Sports Betting #1 rated sportsbook for live betting. 1K signup bonus

Everything Bettors Must Know For Giants-Cowboys Betting Including Prop Angles

Super sharp intel from the top NFL handicapper in history Joe Duffy

Opening Line: Cowboys -4, Total 44.5
Current Line: Cowboys -6, Total 45.5
Betting Percentages:

  • Dallas: 83% of bets, 80% of money
  • Over: 66% of wagers, 60% of handle

  • Thursday Night Road Teams in Close Games: Teams like Dallas, playing on the road on a Thursday night when the game is not expected to be a blowout, have historically thrived, going 35-9 ATS (Against The Spread).
  • Home Underdogs Off a Road Win: The Giants find themselves in a favorable spot here. Home underdogs coming off a win as a road underdog, in specific situational trends like this, are 164-117-13 ATS, pointing to a potential cover by New York.
  • Fumbles and Third Downs: Dallas also benefits from a key stat—teams that fumbled in their previous game but are now playing an opponent with fewer than 12 third-down conversions (as the Giants have) are 562-435-20 ATS. This stat edges in Dallas’ favor.
  • High Fumble Totals and the Over: Since 2015, if one team had at least one fumble in its last game and the current total is 45 or higher, the game tends to go over the total, hitting at 137-99-4. This points toward a potential over play in this matchup.

NFL Picks Organic Factors to Consider:

  • Motivation vs. Perception: Bettors should be cautious of wagering on the “team that needs it more.” Dallas may have shown fight in their previous game, but some argue the final score made it look closer than it was.
  • Series Dominance: The Cowboys completely dominated the Giants in last season’s matchups, winning both games by a combined 89-17. However, division games can be notoriously unpredictable, especially with erratic quarterbacks on both sides.
  • Sharp Insight on 1st Quarter: One sharp bettor loves Dallas to come out strong after last week’s humiliating performance. Their first-quarter bet on Dallas -0.5 is a strategy to watch for those seeking early game value.

  • Giants’ Resilience: New York has shown a knack for bouncing back after being an underdog. They are 13-0 over the past three seasons in games where they were an underdog of 4.5 points or more and were tied no more than once during the game. This suggests they perform well under pressure.
  • Brian Daboll’s Magic: Giants head coach Brian Daboll is 15-2 ATS when his team is not winless and coming off a game in which they were not favored by at least 4.5 points.
  • Giants’ Home Under Trend: Since 2020, Giants home games have trended under the total, going 24-8 in games where they aren’t seeking revenge within the same season.

Computer Models & Power Ratings:

  • BetQL: Cowboys 27.5, Giants 19 (Slight lean to Dallas)
  • Sportsline: Cowboys 25, Giants 19
  • Action Network: Cowboys -4.7, Total 45.1
  • Massey Ratings: Cowboys 24, Giants 19
  • Oddstrader: Cowboys 26, Giants 17 (Lean to Dallas)
  • BettingPros: Cowboys -6, Total 42.5 (Slight lean to the under)

Despite some variance across models, the consensus leans toward a Dallas win by roughly 5-6 points.


Player Prop Bets to Watch:

  • Wan’Dale Robinson Over 33.5 Receiving Yards: The Cowboys’ zone defense is likely to leave Robinson as a safety valve. He could see a boost in targets, especially if the Giants are trailing.
  • Rico Dowdle Over 55.5 Rushing and Receiving Yards: The Cowboys’ two-headed running attack with Dowdle and Ezekiel Elliott suggests the younger, fresher Dowdle could see significant work, especially if Dallas builds a lead. The Giants have been vulnerable against the run, making this a solid play.
  • CeeDee Lamb Over Props: Lamb should be motivated after owning up to mistakes from the previous week. With Andru Phillips out for the Giants, Lamb finds himself in a major mismatch against Deonte Banks, setting him up for a potential breakout performance.

Conclusion:
Dallas looks poised to cover, especially with systems favoring Thursday night road teams and fumble-related trends working in their favor. However, the Giants’ impressive home underdog trends and Brian Daboll’s track record suggest they could keep it closer than expected. This game may also lean toward the over, given the historical trends surrounding higher totals with fumbles in play. Prop bettors should focus on Lamb, Robinson, and Dowdle for value plays.

Expect a competitive NFC East clash with plenty of betting angles to explore!

Must-See Betting Preview of Patriots vs. Jets Thursday Night Football

New England Patriots at New York Jets Betting Preview For Thursday Night Football Picks

Game Details:

  • Line: Jets -6, Over/Under 38.5 at MYBookie  
  • Moneyline: Jets -260, Patriots +230
  • Opening Line: Jets -7.5, O/U 42; Moneyline: Jets -360
  • Betting Percentages: 51% of bets, but only 36% of the money is on the Patriots, signaling possible sharp money on the Jets.
  • Total Betting: 70% of bets and 52% of the handle are on the Over. out the review of MyBookie

The Jets and Patriots are set to face off in a divisional matchup, with both teams trying to establish dominance in the AFC East. The line has moved in favor of the Patriots since the opening, suggesting some market sentiment shifting toward New England, despite many bettors backing the Jets.

Sharp Money on Jets?

The discrepancy between bets and money is telling. While 51% of bets are on the Patriots, only 36% of the money follows suit, hinting that sharp bettors could be backing the Jets. This is often a key signal when analyzing line movements, especially when public money favors an underdog.

Patriots End Historic Streak as Underdogs

For the first time in 24 matchups, the Patriots enter this game as underdogs. New England has been the favorite in this series for a remarkable stretch, but the tide has turned. The market now seems to undervalue the Patriots, particularly with Jerod Mayo stepping in and injecting some fresh energy.

Patriots Undervalued with Better Head Coach Than Last Season

Jerod Mayo’s impact has given the Patriots a new spark, making them potentially undervalued in this matchup. Conversely, Bill Belichick’s record without Tom Brady is less impressive, winning just 45% of games. The “honeymoon period” under Mayo could give New England a surprise edge.

Key Computer Program Predictions:

  • BettingPros: Jets -6.8, 38
  • Massey: Patriots winning 20-17
  • Sportsline: Jets winning 22-13; under covering 61% of the time; Jets 56% win probability
  • BetQL: Jets winning 25-16
  • StatSharp: Patriots winning 16-15

These predictions are a mixed bag, with some simulations favoring the Jets and others siding with the Patriots. The total is another factor to watch, as the under seems to have strong support across various models.

Trends to Watch:

  • Patriots’ Dominance in Series: New England has owned this rivalry, going 15-1 straight up (SU) and 11-5 against the spread (ATS) over the last 16 matchups. They have won 8 straight on the road against the Jets and are 5-1 ATS in the NY metro area.
  • Robert Saleh’s September Struggles: Saleh is 1-10 versus the first-half line in September games, being outscored 14.3-5.4 in that period. His teams have dropped 6 straight ATS in the first half in September.
  • Under Trends: Both teams have leaned heavily toward the under in recent games:
    • Patriots: 5 straight unders and 0-5 ATS following non-conference games.
    • Jets: Saleh’s teams are 5-0 to the under in September road games, and the Jets are 11-6 to the under in their last 17.
    • Fourth Quarter Unders: Both teams have been under teams in fourth-quarter scoring, with the Patriots going under in 12 of their last 17 games and the Jets in 11 of 17.

Jets Moneyline and Betting ROI

The Jets are 10-10 straight up (SU) but have been profitable, up 3.1 units with a 14% return on investment (ROI). However, they are just 1-6 ATS as favorites recently and 3-4 SU in such games.

Betting Systems Favor the Patriots

Several betting systems support taking the Patriots as underdogs:

  • Short-term system: Dogs of 6 or more points are 8-0 ATS this season.
  • Divisional System: Betting against divisional home favorites with a -4 or worse point margin from the previous season has hit at 46-18, favoring the Patriots.

Player Prop Bets to Target:

  1. Jacoby Brissett (NE) OVER 17 completions:
    • Some simulators predict Brissett with up to 30 completions. He is likely to rely on short, safe passes, boosting his completion numbers. Another simulation has him at 18.9 completions, still favoring the over.
  2. Antonio Gibson (NE) UNDER 1.5 receptions:
    • This is a best bet from one of the top simulators, with the expectation that Gibson won’t see many targets in the passing game.
  3. Breece Hall (NYJ) OVER 30.5 receiving yards:
    • The Patriots have a strong run defense but are more vulnerable against the pass, making Hall a key safety valve for the Jets. Expect him to play a big role in the passing game.
  4. Will McDonald (NYJ) OVER 0.5 sacks:
    • The Patriots are dealing with injuries on their offensive line, giving McDonald a prime opportunity to make an impact.
  5. Garrett Wilson (NYJ) OVER 64.5 receiving yards:
    • Aaron Rodgers has a history of favoring his top targets, and Wilson is expected to see plenty of attention. Rodgers’ comfort level with his star receiver should result in Wilson racking up yardage.

Injury Report:

  • Jets LB C.J. Mosley: Questionable. If Mosley can’t play, the Patriots will likely lean on their running game even more.
  • Patriots LB Ja’Whaun Bentley: Out for the season, which is a significant blow to New England’s defense.

Follow us on Twitter and all socials @OffshoreInsider

Conclusion:

This matchup between the Patriots and Jets has plenty of interesting angles. The Patriots have historically dominated this series, but the betting market and sharps seem to favor the Jets. With several betting systems supporting the underdog Patriots, this could be a game where the Pats cover the spread, even if the Jets manage to win outright. Player props offer additional value, especially on short completions and receiving yards for both teams.

💰💰💰Top NFL expert pick is from Joe Duffy’s Picks:

💣 Absolute bombshell! Undefeated with named plays in NFLX, CFB, and NFL this season!

🏈 AFC Game of the Year drops Thursday night Patriots vs. Jets!

🔒 Named plays from Joe Duffy are as close to a true lock as it gets in sports!

🏈 Thursday Night Football Total

All at OffshoreInsiders.com

NFL Betting Splits: Packers vs. Eagles – Analyzing Where the Smart Money Lies

The Green Bay Packers and Philadelphia Eagles are set to clash in what promises to be a thrilling NFL matchup. With Philadelphia currently favored by 2.5 points and the total set at 49 according to MYBookie, this game has already seen interesting movements in betting action. If you’re trying to find an edge in betting this game, examining the betting splits can offer valuable insights into where the sharp money is landing.

Opening Line Movement

The game opened with Philadelphia as a 2.5-point favorite, and the total sitting at 49. These numbers have remained steady, but it’s important to look beyond the static odds and examine the betting activity for more context. MYBookie is one of the best sportsbooks in the world! Check out the review of MyBookie

Betting Splits: Packers Popular, But Not with Big Money

As of now, 67% of all bets are on the Green Bay Packers, indicating that the public favors Aaron Rodgers and company to cover the spread. However, just 32% of the money is backing the Packers, signaling a potential disconnect between public opinion and sharper betting activity.

When we see a high percentage of bets on one side but a lower percentage of money backing the same team, it’s often a sign that larger, more informed bets are coming in on the other side – in this case, the Eagles. Philadelphia, as the home favorite, may be the play of sharper bettors looking to capitalize on public overconfidence in Green Bay.

Over/Under: Public Loves the Over, Sharps Less Certain

On the total, 77% of tickets are on the OVER, yet just 55% of the money is following suit. This is another clear indicator that while casual bettors expect a high-scoring affair, larger wagers are more cautiously optimistic. The smaller percentage of money on the OVER suggests sharper bettors may anticipate a defensive battle or believe that the total line of 49 is a bit too high.

What the Experts Are Saying

💰💰💰 Top expert pick: Betting expert Joe Duffy is among the sharpest minds in NFL wagering, and he’s got a strong opinion on the side for this game. Duffy’s reputation for finding value where others don’t is unmatched, and he’s got his eyes not only on this NFL matchup but also on key college football plays this weekend.

For those looking to bet with confidence, Joe Duffy’s picks can be found at OffshoreInsiders.com, where his track record speaks for itself. From reading between the lines on betting splits to leveraging insider information, Duffy provides a comprehensive approach to maximizing your sports betting outcomes.

Final Thoughts

Betting splits give us insight into the minds of both public and professional bettors. In the Packers vs. Eagles matchup, the public is favoring Green Bay and the OVER, but the money percentages suggest the sharp play may be on Philadelphia and potentially the UNDER. Whether you’re tailing the sharps or following the public, make sure you have the right information to guide your betting decisions.

College Football Betting: ATS Trends For Week 2

Here are some college football trends for week 2. All quoted records are ATS. MYBookie is one of the best sportsbooks in the world! Check out the review of MyBookie

  • Duke 30-13 non-conference 
  • Kansas State 40-22 overall 
  • UNLV 20-5 outside conference 
  • Nebraska 3-12 home 
  • Penn State 30-11 off win
  • Western Kentucky 9-21 favorites 
  • Arkansas 0-12 off straight up win 
  • Troy 16-3 away from home
  • Sam Houston State 15-3 underdogs 
  • Alabama 21-7 home
  • Bowling Green 13-30 underdogs 

Grandmaster Sports Handicapper Joe Duffy a solid and typical 16-10 start to the football season. Friday night college football winner plus 19 Saturday sides and totals, led by five Wise Guy bets, the strongest wager in gambling. Get the picks now 

Week 2 College Football Betting Odds, Breakdowns Released

Week 2 of the 2024 college football season brings an array of intriguing matchups that are sure to capture the attention of bettors. As always, lines for games involving FBS teams versus FCS opponents will typically emerge later in the week, but several key games already have odds set. Here’s a look at the lines and some early thoughts on what to watch for from OffshoreInsiders.com

Friday, September 6, 2024

  • BYU at SMU (-10½): SMU is favored by double digits at home against BYU. This matchup could hinge on how well SMU’s explosive offense performs against a traditionally tough BYU defense.
  • Duke at Northwestern (-3): A narrow line here reflects the expected competitiveness of this game. Northwestern, playing at home, gets the slight edge, but Duke’s rising program under Coach Mike Elko could present a serious challenge.

Saturday, September 7, 2024

  • Georgia Tech (-3) at Syracuse: Georgia Tech is a slight road favorite against Syracuse. The Yellow Jackets’ improvement under Coach Brent Key is evident, but the Carrier Dome is always a tough venue for visiting teams. MYBookie is one of the best sportsbooks in the world! Check out the review of MyBookie
  • Kansas State (-10) at Tulane: Kansas State is favored by ten points in what could be a tricky road game against Tulane. The Green Wave have been known to pull off upsets, so this line might see movement as the week progresses.
  • Bowling Green at Penn State (-33): Penn State is heavily favored by 33 points against Bowling Green. This should be a straightforward win for the Nittany Lions, but the spread could test the resolve of bettors.
  • Troy at Memphis (-17): Memphis is expected to cover a 17-point spread at home against Troy. Memphis’ high-powered offense should give them the edge, but Troy’s defense could keep it closer than expected.
  • Pittsburgh at Cincinnati (-1): A virtual toss-up with Cincinnati favored by just a single point. This could be one of the closest and most exciting games of the week.
  • Akron at Rutgers (-23): Rutgers is favored to win comfortably at home against Akron. The Scarlet Knights will look to dominate early and cover the sizable spread.
  • Army at Florida Atlantic (-2½): Florida Atlantic is a slight favorite at home against Army, but the Black Knights’ triple-option offense could present challenges for FAU’s defense.
  • Texas (-7) at Michigan: This line opened with Texas as a 3-point favorite, but it’s already moved to -7. The Longhorns will be looking to prove themselves against a Michigan team that is always tough at home.
  • Arkansas at Oklahoma State (-7½): Oklahoma State is favored at home by just over a touchdown. Arkansas, however, has the potential to make this a close contest.
  • California at Auburn (-14): Auburn is a two-touchdown favorite against Cal. The Tigers’ SEC pedigree should see them through, but Cal’s defense could keep the margin in check.
  • Jacksonville State at Louisville (-28): Louisville is expected to win big against Jacksonville State. A 28-point spread reflects the disparity between these programs.
  • Temple at Navy (-13): Navy is a 13-point favorite at home against Temple. The Midshipmen’s option offense is tough to prepare for, which could make it difficult for Temple to stay within the spread.
  • Baylor at Utah (-15): Utah is favored by 15 points against Baylor in a matchup that could see defensive battles on both sides. Utah’s home-field advantage is significant in this one.
  • South Carolina at Kentucky (-9½): Kentucky is favored at home by just under ten points. South Carolina’s offense will need to step up to stay in this game.
  • Charlotte at North Carolina (-21½): North Carolina is heavily favored against Charlotte, with a spread of 21½ points. The Tar Heels’ potent offense should be too much for Charlotte to handle.
  • Northern Illinois at Notre Dame (-29½): Notre Dame is a near 30-point favorite at home against Northern Illinois. The Fighting Irish will aim to dominate early and put this game out of reach.
  • Eastern Michigan at Washington (-25): Washington is expected to cruise past Eastern Michigan with a 25-point spread in their favor.
  • Massachusetts at Toledo (-19½): Toledo is favored by nearly three touchdowns against UMass. The Rockets should be able to cover, but UMass could fight to keep it closer.
  • Iowa State at Iowa (-3): The battle for the Cy-Hawk Trophy is expected to be close, with Iowa favored by a field goal. This rivalry game often comes down to the wire.
  • Michigan State at Maryland (-10): Maryland is favored by ten points at home against Michigan State. The Terrapins’ offense will be key to covering this spread.
  • UTSA at Texas State (-2½): Texas State is a slight favorite at home against UTSA. This line reflects the anticipated tight nature of the contest.
  • Middle Tennessee State at Mississippi (-41½): Ole Miss is a massive 41½-point favorite against Middle Tennessee State. The Rebels should win comfortably, but covering this large spread could be a challenge.
  • Marshall at Virginia Tech (-17): Virginia Tech is favored by 17 points at home against Marshall. The Hokies’ defense will need to shine to cover this spread.
  • Central Michigan (-4) at Florida International: Central Michigan is a 4-point favorite on the road. This line suggests a closer game than one might expect.
  • East Carolina (-1) at Old Dominion: East Carolina is barely favored by a single point in what is expected to be a closely contested game.
  • South Alabama (-1½) at Ohio: South Alabama is slightly favored on the road, indicating a potential nail-biter in Ohio.
  • Sam Houston St at Central Florida (-23½): UCF is favored by more than three touchdowns against Sam Houston State. The Knights should cover, but Sam Houston State’s defense could keep it interesting.
  • South Florida at Alabama (-31): Alabama is heavily favored by 31 points at home against South Florida. The Crimson Tide should have no trouble, but the spread is sizable.
  • Buffalo at Missouri (-34): Missouri is a 34-point favorite at home against Buffalo. This line reflects the Tigers’ dominance.
  • Virginia at Wake Forest (-2): Wake Forest is a slight favorite in this ACC matchup, suggesting a potentially close contest.
  • Kansas (-5½) at Illinois: Kansas is favored by less than a touchdown on the road. The Jayhawks will need to perform well to cover this spread.
  • Georgia Southern (-2½) at Nevada: Georgia Southern is a narrow favorite on the road against Nevada. This could be a tough game to call.
  • San Jose State at Air Force (-6½): Air Force is favored by just under a touchdown at home against San Jose State. The Falcons’ unique offense will be key.
  • UAB (-12) at UL Monroe: UAB is a 12-point favorite on the road, which indicates confidence in their ability to handle UL Monroe.
  • Tulsa at Arkansas State (-7): Arkansas State is favored by a touchdown at home. This game could be closer than the line suggests.
  • UL Lafayette (-14½) at Kennesaw State: UL Lafayette is favored by two touchdowns plus a half-point against Kennesaw State. This line shows confidence in the Ragin’ Cajuns.
  • Western Michigan at Ohio State (-39): Ohio State is a 39-point favorite against Western Michigan. The Buckeyes should dominate, but covering nearly 40 points is a tall order.
  • Colorado at Nebraska (-7½): Nebraska is favored by more than a touchdown at home against Colorado. This rivalry game could be closer than the spread indicates.
  • Tennessee (-7½) at NC State: Tennessee is a slight favorite on a neutral field in Charlotte. This game has potential to be one of the weekend’s best matchups.
  • Houston at Oklahoma (-29½): Oklahoma is nearly a 30-point favorite at home against Houston. The Sooners should win big, but the spread is large.
  • Appalachian State at Clemson (-17): Clemson is favored by 17 points at home against Appalachian State. The Tigers should cover, but App State is known for putting up a fight.
  • Boise State at Oregon (-18): Oregon is an 18-point favorite at home against Boise State. The Ducks’ offense will be key to covering this spread.
  • Texas Tech at Washington State (-1): Washington State is favored by just a single point in what is expected to be a close game against Texas Tech.
  • Liberty (-22) at New Mexico State: Liberty is favored by 22 points on the road. The Flames should cover, but New Mexico State’s home field could factor in.
  • Oregon State (-4) at San Diego State: Oregon State is favored by 4 points on the road. The Beavers will need to play well to cover this spread.
  • Mississippi State at Arizona State (-4): Arizona State is favored by 4 points at home against Mississippi State. This could be one of the tighter games of the weekend.
  • Utah State at USC (-28): USC is favored by 28 points at home against Utah State. The Trojans should cover, but a blowout isn’t guaranteed.

Final Thoughts

As the week progresses, expect these lines to move as bettors weigh in with their wagers. Factors like injuries, weather conditions, and public perception will play a significant role in how these lines shift.

🔥 Joe Duffy is off to a 16-10 start in college football bets and wrapped up the NFL preseason at 12-7! 🏈💪

🎯 Full-Time Handicapper & Pro Bettor Since 1988 📅 🚨 Thursday & Friday NFL Sides Up! Plus Friday night college football side! 🎉 Saturday is staggering with FIVE Wise Guy bets and a stunning 14 majors on the college gridiron! 🏈🔥

🔥 The Top NFL Capper in History, by Far! 🔥⭐️ Sunday: NFL Best Bet of the Week among five Wise Guys and four Majors🔒 Wise Guys from Joe Duffy = The strongest bet in gambling! 🏅 Best Bet of the Week backed by a 44-1 system. 📊 The most statistically significant betting angle in gambling history! It is all at OffshoreInsiders.com

Winning Free College Football Week 1 Bet Virginia Tech-Vanderbilt

Time for yet another free pick winner from Joe Duffy of OffshoreInsiders.com on a noon ET start: 

Week 1 Home Underdogs or Small Favorites Excel

  • Traditionally, Week 1 has favored home underdogs or small favorites, with a record of 77-47-1 against the spread (ATS) in recent years including Stanford last night
  • The season opener creates a unique setting where home teams, particularly those not expected to win by large margins, benefit from the enthusiastic atmosphere.
  • The energized crowd during the first week provides a significant advantage for the home team, boosting their performance beyond expectations.
  • Early season unpredictability poses a challenge for oddsmakers, presenting an opportunity for sharp bettors to capitalize on discrepancies in the betting lines.
  • The absence of fatigue in Week 1 levels the playing field, giving underdogs like Vanderbilt a better chance to cover the spread or secure a victory.

Free sports pick: VANDERBILT +14 Virginia Tech

Best Sports Handicapper

🔥 Joe Duffy is on fire! 🔥

🏈 20-8 in football, including a red-hot 8-1 start in college football!

💥 14-4 overall

🏆 15 CFB bets for Saturday, 7 added Friday – Including sides on the HUGE Clemson vs. Georgia showdown! 2 player pros added!

Don’t miss out with winners at OffshoreInsiders.com 🚀

Master the Art of Sports Betting!
Want to increase your odds of winning? Dive into the world of sports betting with expert-written books that cover strategies, tips, and insider knowledge. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned bettor, these resources will give you the edge you need.

📚 Explore Top Sports Betting Books Here


Disclaimer: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. This does not affect the price you pay.