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How to bet NFL Las Vegas Money Line Odds

Moneyline betting is also called straight-up betting. This is the most basic way to bet because you are simply picking a team to win. When you visit your sportsbook of choice, you’ll see NFL moneyline betting odds that look something like this: Falcons -150. What Are NFL Moneyline Odds? Moneyline betting simply require the team you’re betting on to win outright. The odds attached to each team denote an underdog and a favorite, which determine how much you win if your bet pans out. If you’re used to betting on NFL spreads, you’ll already be familiar with the concept of moneyline odds. The lines that are attached to spreads are expressed using the moneyline. The easiest way to understand moneyline wagers is by using a $100 bet. Using the above example, the moneyline on the underdog Buccaneers was +136. At +136 odds, a $100 wager would pay $136 in profit if the Buccaneers won the game (for a total payout of $236). Bettors often like picking underdogs because they are usually “plus” money. A moneyline wager is a straight bet on the winner of a game. There are no point spreads attached or any other factors to consider. The sole concern is which side will win the contest. After taking a look at the moneyline odds for a game you’re interested in betting on, you’ll know which side is expected to win.

If your team wins, you win!

A NFL money line wager means you’re simply picking a side. The betting term Against the Spread (ATS) is not necessary for these types of wagers since the spread is not a factor.

Similar to our Spread and 1st Half Odds, every matchup is listed in order of Rotation and those numbers are preceded by the Date and Time of the NFL game, every matchup is listed in order of Rotation and those numbers are preceded by the Date and Time of the NFL game.

The Rotation for NFL games typically lists them by scheduled starting time as there are normally no more than three games in a day. Home teams are listed at the bottom and will therefore be your even-numbered squad.

The numbers next to the teams are based on a scale where $100 is the key figure. Favorites are the teams with the minus (-) sign next to their figure, which represents what it would take to win yourself $100 with the favored group. The team in the Underdog role has the plus (+) symbol next to the amount you would be able to win by wagering $100.

How to read NFL Las Vegas Money Line Odds

In this example, the Cleveland Browns were listed as a 5.5-point favorite against the Tennessee Titans. Looking at this from a money-line standpoint, Cleveland is a -245 favorite to win the game straight-up, compared to Tennessee at +210 to win the contest.

Cleveland -245 (Bet $100 to win $40.80)
Tennessee +210 (Bet $100 to win $210)

That number is set by oddsmakers after the spread is established but changes throughout the week based on the amount of money coming in on bets.

In this contest, Tennessee actually upset Cleveland, 43-13 in easy fashion to cash at +210 Money Line Odds. If you bet $100 on Tennessee to win the game outright, you receive the $210 for the winning ticket, plus getting back the $100 you placed on the game for a $310 victory.

However, going for it all by taking underdogs on the Money Line instead of taking the points turns out to be a tough pill to swallow.

In the 2019 season opener, Philadelphia closed as a hefty 10-point home favorite against Washington. The Eagles were -500 on the Money Line, while Washington was a juicy +425 to pull the road upset.

Philadelphia -500 (Bet $500 to win $100, Betting $100 wins only $20)
Washington +425 (Bet $100 to win $425)

Washington actually led this game, 20-7 at halftime, but was outscored, 25-7 in the second half to lose to Philadelphia, 32-27. If you took the points with Washington, you were a winner. However, if you backed Washington on the Money Line, you walk away with nothing as it lost the game straight-up.

The VegasInsider.com Parlay Calculator is a great tool to see what kind of return you can create while avoiding the pitfalls of risk. Just avoid the upset.

It’s rare to have a week so deep into an NFL season that has as many games with significant playoff implications, but Week 11 has them from start to finish.

The weeks opens with a Thursday night matchup between the Cardinals (6-3) and Seahawks (6-3) and extends into the Sunday afternoon games with the Titans (6-3) at the Ravens (6-3) and Packers (8-2) at the Colts (6-3). The week ends with a pair of prime time showdowns – the Chiefs (8-1) at the Raiders (6-3) during Sunday night and the Rams (6-3) at the Buccaneers (7-3) during Monday night.

There will be a lot at stake this week – not just for current positioning, but potential tie-breakers when the regular season comes to an end.

NFL Betting Odds and Lines: Week 11

Arizona (+150) at Seattle (-176)

The Over/Under on this game is a whopping 57.5 points (-110 for both Over and Under). The teams combined to score 71 points in their first meeting, but that has been an outlier. It’s only the third time in their last 14 meetings they’ve gone over the point for this week. Take the Under at -110 and hope for two or three 10-play drives to eat up clock time.

Philadelphia (+155) at Cleveland (-182)

The Browns are favored by 3.5 points (-121 for Philly, 100 for Cleveland). This bet is based on the data. NFC East teams are 2-18-1 in games outside their division and 0-7-1 against the AFC North. It’s hard to fight those numbers, which show how historically bad the teams in this division are. Take Cleveland and lay the 3.5 points.

Atlanta (+175) at New Orleans (-209)

The Saints offense may well be more explosive with Jameis Winston bombing and throwing as many picks as TDs (three each isn’t unusual). With an Over/Under of 49.5 points (-115 Over, -106 Under), the bait has been laid out. This one could hit 60 (with 21 scored by the defenses on returns). Take the Over at -115.

New England (-141) at Houston (+120)

Every year there is a team that confounds me in having the talent to be good, but betraying you at the pay window. In 2020, Houston is that team. They Patriots won in a Nor’eastern monsoon against the Ravens Sunday night and have to travel to Houston. I hate myself, but take Houston on the Money Line.

Pittsburgh (-435) at Jacksonville (+340)

The “trap game” crowd is skulking around here. The Steelers showed last week that they could abandon the run by choice and throw their way to victory. Jacksonville’s secondary is worse. The Steelers are at -9 (-115 for Pittsburgh, -106 for the Jags). The Steelers won’t finish undefeated, but it won’t be this week. Take the Steelers and lay 9 points at -115.

Cincinnati (100) at Washington (-118)

Scroll back up to the Philadelphia-Cleveland prediction and re-look at the numbers outside the division and vs. the AFC North. Take Cincinnati on the Money Line at even money.

Tennessee (+210) at Baltimore (-250)

Tennessee is no joke. I believe Baltimore is going to win, so I won’t touch the Money Line. But, at 6.5 point favorites (-115 for the Titans, -106 for the Ravens), the Ravens are being given a healthy margin to beat a team that plays their style of football and has beaten them two of the last three meetings. Take Tennessee at +6.5 for -115.

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Detroit (Off) at Carolina (Off)

The general Over/Under number has been around 49 points. With the offenses and, more importantly, the suspect defenses, if one team gets up double digits, it won’t take its foot off the gas. Take the Over.

Miami (-182) at Denver (+155)

All signs point to Miami winning based on record, but temperatures are going to be in the 40s with snow and rain prior to game time predicted. It may not be enough for Denver to win, but as 3.5 point home dogs (-110 for both Miami and Denver), I’d be willing to take Denver and the 3.5 points at -110.

New York Jets (+325) at Los Angeles Chargers (-400)

Hate the Jets. The point spread is Chargers -8.5 (-110 for both teams). I would lay 14. Take the Chargers -8.5 at -110.

Green Bay (+105) at Indianapolis (-125)

Not a fan of the Colts offense. Their defense can limit anyone, but if I’m putting my stacks down on a game, I want the better quarterback more times than not. Aaron Rodgers vs. Philip Rivers? Give me Rodgers and take the underdog Packers on the Money Line.

Dallas (+250) at Minnesota (-304)

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Minnesota is a 7-point favorite (-110 for both teams). This is troubling given Minnesota’s shaky secondary, but the Vikings have won three straight against better teams than the current Dallas squad. Take Minnesota and lay the 7 points at -110.

Kansas City (Off) at Las Vegas (Off)

The Chiefs are coming off their bye week and are a 7-point favorite. The Raiders are going to try to take the air out of the ball. That only works if you’re successful. The Chiefs have issues on defense, but can stack the box to stop Josh Jacobs and three-and-outs kill that theory. Take Kansas City and lay the points.

Los Angeles Rams (+160) at Tampa Bay (-189)

The Bucs have the horses to score 30 points. So do the Rams. The Over/Under is 48.5 points. Despite the defenses they’re facing, big plays will be available for both teams. You make need more touchdowns than field goals, but take the Over.

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