What is an NFL point spread bet?
Bookmakers set a spread with the hopes of getting equal action on both sides of a game. For example, the Colts are a -3 point favorite against the Texans. The -3 points is the spread. If you want to bet the Colts on the spread, it would mean the Colts need to win by at least three points for you to win the bet. If the Colts win by two points, you would lose the bet because they didn't hit the key number of three. Point spread betting Cookie Settings/Do Not Sell My Personal Information
Understanding point spread
When betting the point spread you have two options. You can either bet the favorite, meaning taking the team that is favored and will have a “-” minus sign in front of the number (point spread). The other options is bet the underdog, meaning you are taking the team not expected to win and getting the points, having a “+” plus sign in front of their number (point spread). For more on what Betting Against The Spread is click here. Points spread betting: outcomes With this seemingly unstoppable offense and two weeks of rest to get QB Patrick Mahomes’ ankle closer to full health, we like the Chiefs to cover this spread. Therefore, our best bet involving the Super Bowl 2023 point spread is the Chiefs +1.5.
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To place a bet on the spread, you have to click the box that corresponds with your choice. If you want the Bulls -1.5, click there and the bet will be automatically go to your bet slip. Next, enter your wager amount, verify that everything looks good, click the submit button and you’re all set. Spread Betting Explained The underdog covers the spread when their losing margin is less than the point spread line. A +6.5 pt underdog must win outright or not lose by more than 6 points.
Spread betting sports
There is nothing to stop you from opening more than one sports betting account in Massachusetts. One result is that you will be able to compare the odds available on point spreads from rival operators. One app or site may be offering a different spread than other sportsbooks for instance - you can work out which will give you a better return for your stake. You can even place multiple bets at varying prices to cover every outcome. Spread bet options for hockey, baseball Here’s how DraftKings displays its point spreads for football, with the point spread boxed in red.
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