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Super Bowl 53 MVP: Julian Edelman Cashes for Bettors at 20-1 Odds
By defeating the Los Angeles Rams in Super Bowl 53, the New England Patriots cashed for the 66% of bettors who backed Tom Brady and Bill Belichick on the spread. In addition, wide receiver Julian Edelman offered a nice payout for those willing to take a crack at him to win Super Bowl MVP. As…
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Super Bowl 53 Results: Bettors Win Big on Patriots-Rams Point Spread
Stop me if you’ve heard this before … but the New England Patriots are Super Bowl champions. After beating the Rams, 13-3, in Super Bowl 53, the Pats will not only bring the Lombardi Trophy back to New England, but they also cashed tickets for plenty of spread bettors. According to The Action Network’s public…
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Super Bowl Betting GOAT: Tom Brady Becomes Winningest QB Against the Spread
Tom Brady and the Patriots are Super Bowl 53 champions. And perhaps more importantly, they covered the 2-point spread against the Rams in the 13-3 win. This marks the fourth time that Brady has covered the spread in a Super Bowl — an all-time record for quarterbacks. Brady was previously tied with Terry Bradshaw, Roger…
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Super Bowl 53 Betting Line Movement: Patriots Close as Favorites, Over/Under at 56
Super Bowl 53 Betting Odds, Line Odds: Patriots -2.5 Over/Under: 56 Time: 6:30 p.m. ET TV: CBS >> All odds via Westgate as of 6:30 p.m. ET. Download The Action Network App to get real-time NFL odds and track your bets. _PromoID=[4778, 10622] After a flurry of activity moved the Super Bowl 53 opening line…
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Super Bowl 53 Live Betting: See How Our Experts Are Wagering on Patriots-Rams
Super Bowl Sunday is here. And what better way to celebrate the big game than with live betting? There’s plenty of reasons to get in on the live action, especially in a game of this caliber. But we’ll let Collin Wilson take it from here: “In this day and age, it’s important to have a live betting…
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Vegas Sportsbooks Rooting Hard Against Rob Gronkowski in Super Bowl 53
LAS VEGAS — Super Bowl 53 could potentially be Rob Gronkowski’s final NFL game and sportsbooks in Las Vegas are hoping that it isn’t a fairytale ending. According to sources at MGM if Gronkowski hauls in over 3.5 catches it will be a five-figure loss for the sportsbook. If the 29-year-old scores a touchdown or…
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Super Bowl 53 National Anthem Over/Under Being Hit Hard
This morning, the spread in the Super Bowl finally moved after a long time of inactivity. But, there are so many other things to bet on for the Super Bowl. The top of the list for many casual bettors? The national anthem. Mega Super Bowl 53 Cheat Sheet: Patriots-Rams Betting Picks, Props, MoreRead now Initially, this…
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Raybon’s Super Bowl 53 WTF Rankings: Don’t Get Flying A– Stomped
It’s time for Super Bowl 53, and WTF rankings are back like Dee Ford should have been. On behalf of everyone with KC -3: Dee Ford WTF pic.twitter.com/a6kg66fcKr — Chris Raybon (@ChrisRaybon) January 21, 2019 Can we make it 2-for-2 with our No. 1 pick? Note: Adjusted completion percentage, drops, missed tackles, and career…
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Freedman’s Favorite Super Bowl 53 Matchup Prop Bet: Rob Gronkowski vs. Josh Reynolds
Each day, I publish at least one quick-n’-dirty piece highlighting a favorite prop of mine. For more information on my research process and the resources I use, see the master list of my 2019 prop bets. 2019 Year-to-Date Record 20-18-3, +9.34 Units Golf: 2-3-1, -0.70 Units NFL: 5-5-0, +6.83 Units NBA: 7-6-0, +0.50 Units NHL: 6-3-2, +3.71 Units NCAAF: 0-1-0. -1.0 Units…
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53 Prop Bets for Super Bowl 53: Best Patriots-Rams Player Props, Longshots, More
If we ever get to Super Bowl 100, we may start to worry. But for now, we’ve got plenty of props to give our 53 favorites for Super Bowl 53. We’ve been writing about props non-stop for the last two weeks, and it’s finally time to see them played out on the field, during halftime,…
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Super Bowl 53 Sharp Money: Late Professional Action Hitting Los Angeles Rams
Two weeks ago, the opening line flew toward the Patriots after an absurd percentage of bets and dollars hit New England. Ever since then, the line has essentially been stuck at NE -2.5. The Ultimate Super Bowl 53 Betting Guide: Can You Trust the Rams to Pull the Upset?Read now Though many folks have been…
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‘Bettor X’ Wagers at Least $3.8M on Rams Moneyline in Vegas
A legendary Vegas bettor is back — and he’s going heavy on the Rams. The Action Network has confirmed that “Bettor X” placed three moneyline bets totaling $3.8 million on Los Angeles to beat the Patriots in Super Bowl 53: $2 million bet at MGM $1.5 million bet at William Hill $300,000 bet at South…
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Patriots Primed to Close as Most Popular Super Bowl Bet Ever Tracked
Late last week, the New England Patriots were on pace to become the most popular Super Bowl bet we’ve ever tracked with 80% of spread bets against the Los Angeles Rams, according to The Action Network’s public betting data. In most cases of extreme betting splits, the percentages begin to even out as game time approaches…
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Stuckey: My 15 Favorite Super Bowl 53 Prop Bets for Patriots-Rams
Even before Championship Sunday, I knew I wouldn’t be betting a side in Super Bowl 53. That is unless I saw a King 3, which may still happen. That meant I had two weeks to zero in on which props I would be betting. Well, after taking a few long shots, I have finally narrowed…
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Koerner’s Betting Angles for the Super Bowl: Why I’m Eyeing the Moneyline
This is an updated piece on the spread and total for Super Bowl 53. For my thoughts on the opening line, click here. I was not surprised that the line for Super Bowl 53 moved towards the Patriots right off the bat. After their performance against the Chiefs, coupled with the fact that the Rams…
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Super Bowl 53 MVP Draft: Ranking the Best Bets to Win
Tom Brady won Most Valuable Player in his past two Super Bowl victories. But is another Patriots player primed to win the award if New England beats Los Angeles? Who would earn the honors for the Rams? Our NFL experts did a snake draft of the best Super Bowl 53 MVP bets based on the…
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Odds Movement Suggests Gronkowski More Likely to Retire After Super Bowl 53
When not being asked brain-busters such as his favorite number, Rob Gronkowski has been hit with some tough questions in Atlanta over the past couple of weeks. When his quarterback Tom Brady was asked what percent chance he would retire after Super Bowl 53, he responded with “zero.” When Gronk has faced the same question,…
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Koerner’s Super Bowl 53 Projections: Best Bets to Lead Pats-Rams in Rushing, Receiving
We’ve had a nice run when looking at the “most yardage” props posted in each round of the 2019 playoffs, hitting multiple longshots along the way. Now that the Super Bowl is here, we’ll follow the same process, but with just one game to project, we have few variables at play. There are multiple bets…
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BlackJack’s Super Bowl 53 Betting Extravaganza: Props, Moneyline Pick, More
This is it, brother. This is the whole enchilada. The Patriots are heading to their ninth Super Bowl in this surreal run. The Rams are back for the first time since New England defeated them to kick this dynasty off in 2002. We’ve got the greatest living American in Tom Brady and the apple of everyone’s…
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Super Bowl 53 MVP Odds: Rob Gronkowski’s Odds Continue to Climb
The day is finally here — Super Sunday, on which the Super and Puppy Bowls are played. Well, actually the Puppy Bowl occurred in October, but is being aired today. Think about how rich the Animal Planet employees are getting off of prop bets … The Ultimate Super Bowl 53 Betting Guide: Rams Money Hits…
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The Ultimate Super Bowl 53 Betting Guide: Can You Trust the Rams to Pull the Upset?
Super Bowl 53 Betting Odds: New England Patriots vs. Los Angeles Rams Spread: Patriots -2.5 Over/Under: 56 Time: 6:30 p.m. ET Channel: CBS >> All odds as of Sunday morning. Download The Action Network App to track your bets for Super Bowl 53. Betting Market Rams Money (Finally) Shows Up When the Patriots moved from…
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Tom Brady Rushing Prop Bet: Can the GOAT Fall Forward for Us Again?
For those of you who followed our coverage of Super Bowl 52, you may recall the thrill of cashing the Tom Brady Longest Rush Over 2 Yards (+150) prop when he gracefully galloped for six yards toward the end of the first half against Philadelphia. Well, I’ve been asked multiple times if I am going…
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Mega Super Bowl 53 Cheat Sheet: Patriots-Rams Betting Picks, Props, More
Don’t go into Super Bowl Sunday blind. Whether you’re looking for betting or fantasy advice — of any kind — we’ve got every angle of the big game covered. We even have your basic party favors handled: Prop sheets, a squares sheet, games and a literal party pack. Let’s get to it! Our Official Betting Preview…
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Super Bowl 53 Prop Bets: Entertainment Props Cheat Sheet
We like Super Bowl prop bets here at The Action Network. Actually, “like” would be an extreme understatement. The Super Bowl is the only game that you can bet on what will happen during the commercials, though. And how long the national anthem will take. And what the person singing that national anthem will be…
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Super Bowl 53 Prop Bets Cheat Sheet: Everything You Need for Rams-Patriots
The Super Bowl is a prop betting dream. With the NFL season culminating in one game, sportsbooks and bettors — and even friends at your Super Bowl party — are hungry for football action to hold them over until the fall. There’s odds posted for virtually everything, from the length of the national anthem to…
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Super Bowl 53 Sharp Report: Pros Betting Patriots-Rams Spread, Over/Under
The long two-week wait is over. Super Bowl Sunday is finally here. Whether you’re a sharp or a square (a casual bettor who bets for fun), this is as good as it gets: partying with friends, good food, cold drinks, endless prop bets to get down on, and of course, placing your biggest and most…
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Stuckey: Throw Some Spare Change on These Super Bowl Longshots
While many bettors have a higher proclivity for long-shot props in the Super Bowl, they tend to gravitate toward the wrong ones. Betting on props such as the game going to overtime and/or whether or not there will be a safety just don’t have any value in my eyes. Koerner’s Super Bowl 53 Prop Bets:…
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Koerner’s Super Bowl 53 Prop Bets: Bank on James White as a Pass-Catcher?
For anyone who loves betting props on a regular basis, the Super Bowl is, well, the Super Bowl of prop betting. With a seemingly endless array of props to attack around the market, let’s take a look at eight of my favorites. If you’re interested in betting on the Super Bowl MVP, I broke down…
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Koerner: 2 Super Bowl MVP Longshots I’m Betting
For anyone who loves betting props on a regular basis, the Super Bowl is, well, the Super Bowl of prop betting. There are a seemingly endless array of player props posted around the market, and I touched on my eight favorite in a separate piece you can find here. Koerner’s Super Bowl 53 Prop Bets:…
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Zylbert’s Super Bowl 53 Over/Under: Will This Game Stay On Script?
Betting odds: New England Patriots vs. Los Angeles Rams Over/Under: 56.5 Time: 6:30 p.m. ET Channel: CBS Spread: Patriots -2.5 Zylbert’s 2018-19 NFL Over/Under Betting Record Regular Season: 9-8-2, Even Postseason: 2-1, +0.7 units Last Result: Patriots-Chiefs Over 55 (WIN) *Each bet graded as if it were to win 1 unit Strap in, boys and…
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Bet the Prop’s 4 Favorite Super Bowl Props
It’s been a phenomenal run this season, as our picks at Bet the Prop went 337-230 (59%) in the regular season and 42-20 (68%) overall in the playoffs. Meanwhile, the Player Props Tool has been humming along at a 64% clip (235-120) clip on bets rated 10 since the start of the season. Sadly, our…
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Super Bowl 53 Vegas Report: Who Are the Sportsbooks Rooting For?
LAS VEGAS — One thing sports bettors love to know, especially around gambling holidays like the Super Bowl, is which side the sportsbooks in Las Vegas are rooting for or, “need.” For Super Bowl 53, which has a line of Patriots (-2.5) vs. the Rams, it seemed pretty clear from the beginning. Right out of the…
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NFL Super Bowl 53 Picks: Our Experts’ Favorite Bets for Patriots-Rams
After 17 weeks of regular season games and three rounds of entertaining playoff matchups, Super Bowl 53 is finally here and this game has it all: familiar faces and teams (Tom Brady and Patriots), a coach who is so young (Sean McVay) that he played against one of the opposing players (Julian Edelman) in college…
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Freedman’s Favorite Super Bowl 53 Passing Prop Bet: Will a Non-Quarterback Throw a Touchdown?
Each day, I publish at least one quick-n’-dirty piece highlighting a favorite prop of mine. For more information on my research process and the resources I use, see the master list of my 2019 prop bets. 2019 Year-to-Date Record 20-18-3, +9.34 Units Golf: 2-3-1, -0.70 Units NFL: 5-5-0, +6.83 Units NBA: 7-6-0, +0.50 Units NHL: 6-3-2, +3.71 Units NCAAF: 0-1-0. -1.0 Units…
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Super Bowl 53 Picks Straight Up: Experts Predicting Rams to Upset Patriots
Our experts have been making straight-up picks since Week 1. Now it’s time for the season finale. See whether BlackJack Fletcher, Chad Millman, Chris Raybon, Geoff Schwartz, Ian Hartitz, Jonathan Bales, Peter Jennings, PJ Walsh and Sean Koerner are riding with the Los Angeles Rams or New England Patriots. The Ultimate Super Bowl 53 Betting GuideRead now Super Bowl…
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Freedman’s Favorite Super Bowl 53 QB Prop Bet: Will Brady or Goff Have a Pass, Rush & Reception?
Each day, I publish at least one quick-n’-dirty piece highlighting a favorite prop of mine. For more information on my research process and the resources I use, see the master list of my 2019 prop bets. 2019 Year-to-Date Record 20-18-3, +9.34 Units Golf: 2-3-1, -0.70 Units NFL: 5-5-0, +6.83 Units NBA: 7-6-0, +0.50 Units NHL: 6-3-2, +3.71 Units NCAAF: 0-1-0. -1.0 Units…
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Raybon: How to Bet Rams Receiving Props Based on Patriots’ Gameplan
The Bill Belichick-coached New England Patriots have long been known to try and take away the opponent’s No. 1 receiving option. But in the first 11 weeks of 2018, they were inconsistent at it. Sure, they held DeAndre Hopkins to an inconsequential 8-78-0 performance in a Week 1 victory over the Texans, erased Allen Robinson…
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Should You Buy a Half-Point on the Super Bowl 53 Spread?
Considering you clicked on this post, you’re probably aware that the Patriots are 2.5-point favorites over the Rams in Super Bowl 53. While the line opened at a pick’em, oddsmakers were forced to favor the Pats thanks to their close to 80% backing. The market activity on the Super Bowl is fascinating enough on its own…
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Raybon: Why Aqib Talib Will Swing Your Super Bowl 53 Bets
If Aqib Talib and Wade Phillips continue their postseason trend, the overwhelming majority of Super Bowl 53 spread and moneyline bettors will not be pleased. After having won Super Bowl 50 with the 2015 Broncos (aka the washed-Peyton Manning edition), Phillips and Talib will enter Super Bowl 53 with an all-time postseason record of 5-0…
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Danny Donahue Loses Bet with Himself, Will Don Wetsuit for Super Bowl 53
Ever make a bet with your buddies that you immediately regretted? Well, The Action Network’s Danny “The Don” Donahue did that during the AFC Championship game … twice. An avid Patriots fan and Southie resident, The Don can often be found in local bars polishing off a few brews with his contemporaries. The Ultimate Super…
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Super Bowl 53 Prop Bets: Betting on Darren Rovell’s Super Sunday Twitter Activity
A few months back, a fella named Darren Rovell joined a company called The Action Network. Happens to be the company I work for, too. Solid addition to the crew if I do say so myself. Marky’s Malarkey: The Dumbest Super Bowl 53 Props To BetRead now If you follow him on Twitter (you probably…
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Super Bowl Prop Bets: Betting On Barstool Sports and Dave Portnoy
On Thursday, Stoolies ’round the world rejoiced when they saw multiple Super Bowl prop bets get posted regarding Barstool Sports and its founder “El Presidente” Dave Portnoy. As is generally the case, Portnoy made headlines after another entertaining appearance at Super Bowl Media Day that ended with him getting detained by security and charged with…
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Marky’s Malarkey: The Dumbest Super Bowl 53 Props To Bet
It’s Super Bowl season! That means anything and everything is on the table. But, you should still restrain yourself to some degree. You don’t want to be putting yourself in -EV situations just because it’s basically bettor’s Christmas. Marky’s Malarkey: My Weird Super Bowl 53 Prop CardRead now You may not want to listen to me…
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Referee Trends Bettors Need to Know for Super Bowl 53
While it may not be the first question you ask yourself before betting on Super Bowl 53, one factor to consider is the officiating. The guys with the whistles are expected to be impartial, but they do have tendencies that bettors can exploit. The head official for Super Bowl 53 between the Patriots and Rams…
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Freedman’s Favorite Super Bowl 53 Touchdown Prop Bet: Will C.J. Anderson Score?
Each day, I publish at least one quick-n’-dirty piece highlighting a favorite prop of mine. For more information on my research process and the resources I use, see the master list of my 2019 prop bets. 2019 Year-to-Date Record 18-17-3, +8.23 Units Golf: 2-3-1, -0.70 Units NFL: 5-5-0, +6.83 Units NBA: 6-5-0, +0.30 Units NHL: 5-3-2, +2.80 Units NCAAF: 0-1-0. -1.0 Units…
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53 Things to Know for Super Bowl 53: Prop Bets, Rams-Patriots Analysis, More
There’s plenty to discuss in the run up to Super Bowl 53 from both an in-game strategy and betting perspective, so consider this a preview of the game and a guide to all the helpful #content our crew has produced. The first batch of questions will focus on prop bets and gambling aspects while the…
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Freedman’s Second-Favorite Super Bowl 53 Penalty Prop Bet: Will Rams, Patriots Rough the Passer?
Each day, I publish at least one quick-n’-dirty piece highlighting a favorite prop of mine. For more information on my research process and the resources I use, see the master list of my 2019 prop bets. 2019 Year-to-Date Record 18-17-3, +8.23 Units Golf: 2-3-1, -0.70 Units NFL: 5-5-0, +6.83 Units NBA: 6-5-0, +0.30 Units NHL: 5-3-2, +2.80 Units NCAAF: 0-1-0. -1.0 Units…
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Freedman’s Favorite Super Bowl 53 Historical Matchup Bets: Tom Brady, Todd Gurley & Marshall Faulk
Each day, I publish at least one quick-n’-dirty piece highlighting a favorite prop of mine. For more information on my research process and the resources I use, see the master list of my 2019 prop bets. 2019 Year-to-Date Record 18-17-3, +8.23 Units Golf: 2-3-1, -0.70 Units NFL: 5-5-0, +6.83 Units NBA: 6-5-0, +0.30 Units NHL: 5-3-2, +2.80 Units NCAAF: 0-1-0. -1.0 Units…
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Freedman’s Favorite Super Bowl 53 Penalty Prop Bet: Will Rams, Patriots Have More Than 12 Penalties?
Each day, I publish at least one quick-n’-dirty piece highlighting a favorite prop of mine. For more information on my research process and the resources I use, see the master list of my 2019 prop bets. 2019 Year-to-Date Record 18-17-3, +8.23 Units Golf: 2-3-1, -0.70 Units NFL: 5-5-0, +6.83 Units NBA: 6-5-0, +0.30 Units NHL: 5-3-2, +2.80 Units NCAAF: 0-1-0. -1.0 Units…
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Super Bowl 53 Simulations: Are the Los Angeles Rams Undervalued?
The New England Patriots are 2.5-point favorites over the Los Angeles Rams in Super Bowl 53 and more than 80% of spread tickets and dollars are backing Tom Brady and Co. Bookmakers and the public favor the Pats, but not The Action Network’s model which uses player and team statistics to simulate the Super Bowl 10,000…
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Super Bowl 53 Matchup Manifesto: Biggest Mismatches, Advantages, More for Rams-Patriots
We’re breaking down key matchups in Super Bowl 53 between the New England Patriots and Los Angeles Rams. And by digging into matchup-specific stats, we should be able to identify the biggest mismatches to leverage when betting on or setting fantasy lineups for the big game. This manifesto includes analysis on: Directional Passer Rating Yards…
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The Complete Betting History of the Super Bowl
The complete betting history of the Super Bowl! All in one neat file: from Vince Lombardi and the Packers covering the lofty 14-point spread in Super Bowl I to Tom Brady entering his record ninth Super Bowl appearance in Super Bowl LIII. We bring you everything you need to know about the history of the…
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Freedman’s Favorite Super Bowl 53 MVP Bet: Rams Kicker Greg Zuerlein to Win
Each day, I publish at least one quick-n’-dirty piece highlighting a favorite prop of mine. For more information on my research process and the resources I use, see the master list of my 2019 prop bets. 2019 Year-to-Date Record 18-17-3, +8.23 Units Golf: 2-3-1, -0.70 Units NFL: 5-5-0, +6.83 Units NBA: 6-5-0, +0.30 Units NHL: 5-3-2, +2.80 Units NCAAF: 0-1-0. -1.0 Units…
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Rovell: Most Expensive Super Bowl 53 Ticket Purchases for Patriots-Rams
In general, the Super Bowl ticket market is volatile, and Super Bowl 53 is no exception. Our sources in the ticket industry told us before the matchup was set that a Patriots-Rams Super Bowl would be the cheapest of the four options heading into championship weekend. Why? Because Patriots fans obviously have had plenty of…
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History Favors Patriots: Why Significant Line Movement Matters in the Super Bowl
Just minutes after Super Bowl 53 matchup had been set between the Los Angeles Rams and New England Patriots, sports books started posting opening odds. Books from Las Vegas to New Jersey to offshore opened the spread as a pick’em or the Rams as 1-point favorites — only the third time Tom Brady has not opened as…
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Super Bowl 53 Prop Bets: White House Arbitrage Scenario
The Super Bowl is heaven for betting on props. Every book is making scores of them, and there is often some overlap. Usually the odds aren’t that different when you do see the same prop at two of your books. Obviously, having a number of different accounts helps you shop for the best line at…
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Super Bowl 53 Betting Tip: Which Team Will Force More Turnovers?
In the 52 Super Bowls that have been played, a team has won the turnover battle 43 times. In the other nine games, there were either no turnovers or the teams had the same amount. Super Bowl 53 Betting Tip: Patriots Dominate New Opponents in PlayoffsRead now Turnovers decide games. In the 43 Super Bowls…
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Bales’ Favorite Super Bowl 53 Prop Bets: Touchback, Safety, National Anthem, More
Props are typically juiced like crazy, but that doesn’t necessarily make them bad bets. Like I explained last year, you can’t just label both sides of a bet “bad” because the juice is crazy. The vig doesn’t change whether a bet is good or bad; it just decreases the odds of one side of a…
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Reliving My Worst Super Bowl Bad Beat: James White to Win MVP
Rule No. 1 of being a successful gambler is to never get too high after the wins or too low after the losses. Unfortunately, I’m not a professional bettor, I haven’t reached full gambling enlightenment yet. I still take losses, especially brutal ones, hard. That’s why I still remember Super Bowl 51 vividly. Bad beats are…
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Patriots Super Bowl Trivia: Test Your Knowledge of the Belichick/Brady Era
The Patriots will once again play in the Super Bowl this upcoming Sunday, which will mark their ninth trip to the Super Bowl in the past 18. One out of every two! We’ve seen so much of Bill Belichick and Tom Brady in the Super Bowl since the last time they faced the Rams in…
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Super Bowl 53 Betting Tip: Patriots Dominate New Opponents in Playoffs
Beating Tom Brady and the New England Patriots in the playoffs is already hard enough. However, teams that faced the Pats during the regular season do seem to have an advantage in the playoffs. Since Brady became the starter in 2001, New England has a 16-1 postseason record against opponents it did not see in…
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Continued Cash Flow on Over/Under Drops Super Bowl 53 Total to New Low
We’re halfway to Super Bowl 53, and for the first time since Week 1, bettors have had more than a week to put down their hard-earned money on the big game. There’s been no shortage of line movement, either, and I predict we’re not nearly done. Super Bowl 53 Simulations: Are the Los Angeles Rams…
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Super Bowl 53 Prop Bet: Will Patriots or Rams Score 3 Straight Times?
One of the first prop bets I ever placed was during Super Bowl 41 between the Indianapolis Colts and the Chicago Bears. I bet that one of the teams would score at least three straight times. Peyton Manning and the Colts fell behind 14-6 after the first quarter but scored 16 unanswered points to help…
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Updated Super Bowl 53 MVP Odds: Edelman, Michel on the Move
One week down, one week to go. We’re halfway to Super Bowl 53 and the MVP odds market has seen plenty of action already. In a shocking development, Tom Brady, known as the GOAT in many circles, has seen his odds drop! He’s the Super Bowl MVP king, what are people thinking? Win $5,000 in…
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Puppy Bowl XV: Sharp Bettors Biting on Team Ruff
What you are about to read is purely satirical. No sharp bettor would be caught dead laying -120 a side to bet on a game of chance. The big game — Puppy Bowl XV — is a week away, and the pups are anxiously preparing for the biggest stage of their young lives. With the…
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Tracking Super Bowl 53 Odds: Patriots Remain Short Favorites Over Rams
Super Bowl 53 Betting Odds, Line Odds: Patriots -2.5 Over/Under: 56.5 Time: 6:30 p.m. ET TV: CBS >> All odds as of Monday at 10:20 a.m. ET. Download The Action Network App to get real-time NFL odds and track your bets. With the dust from Championship Weekend settled, oddsmakers opened the line for Super Bowl…
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Win $5,000 in Cash: Enter Darren Rovell’s FREE Super Bowl Props Contest
Five months after the regular season kicked off, Super Bowl 53 from Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta between the Patriots and Rams is finally here! We are celebrating the occasion by throwing a Super Bowl props contest. Our prop contest is 100% free to enter and we’re giving away $5,000 in prizes. Here is the prize structure…
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Win $1,000 in Cash: Enter The FREE Pat McAfee Super Bowl Props Contest
The Patriots beat the Chiefs in Arrowhead, the Rams beat the Saints in the Superdome, meaning Super Bowl 53 has arrived! In conjunction with host of the “Pat McAfee Show” and former NFL punter, Pat McAfee, we are celebrating by throwing a Super Bowl props contest. Our prop contest is 100% free to enter and…
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Raybon: Can We Stop Pretending the Rams Don’t Deserve to Be in the Super Bowl?
The Rams shouldn’t be in the Super Bowl, and everyone knows it. Admissions of guilt have already been made from all those at fault, lawsuits have already been filed, and in one case, bets on the Saints were even refunded. But until NFL officials are completely replaced by robots, the harsh reality is that the…
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Super Bowl 53 Prop Bets: 2 Late-Score Props Offering Value
I’m not much of a prop guy. I’ll take a longshot “first touchdown scorer” prop on occasion when I’m looking to get rid of the change in my pocket, but for the most part I tend to stick to standard side and over/under betting. There’s something about the Super Bowl, though. It just brings it…
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Super Bowl 53 Props: How Many Bud Light Commercials Will Feature the Bud Knight?
Some of the best prop bets for the Super Bowl involve commercials. The one downside is that you basically can’t go to the bathroom for the entire game because you’re watching the commercials just as closely as you’re watching the game. This could become troublesome if consuming adult beverages. Marky’s Malarkey: My Weird Super Bowl…
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The 10 Worst Betting Bad Beats in Super Bowl History
Nobody should have to suffer through a horrible bad beat on the final football game of the season, but the gambling gods are not benevolent gods. We have seen plenty of terrible beats in the previous 52 Super Bowls — some of which involved the Patriots and Rams, the two teams left standing this year.…
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Jimmie Johnson, Marco Andretti Agree to Super Bowl 53 Wager
Professional athletes really are just like us. According to a Tweet from Jimmie Johnson, the NASCAR driver has agreed to a bet on Super Bowl 53 with IndyCar star Marco Andretti. Man I have a gambling problem… I’m not even sure what the 2.5 part of the bet is? Anyway, now I have a team…
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Super Bowl 53 Prop Bets: Odds for Rams-Patriots Player Props
On the hunt for Super Bowl 53 prop bets? Look no further. We have odds on all the major player props for the Los Angeles Rams and New England Patriots outlined by position below. Note: All odds listed are openers from the Westgate Las Vegas Sportsbook as released on Thursday, Jan. 24 at 10 p.m.…
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Patriots On Pace to Become Most Popular Super Bowl Bet Ever Tracked
Through the first four days of Super Bowl 53 betting, the New England Patriots have been a wildly popular spread wager among both professional and casual bettors. According to The Action Network’s public betting data, 82% of bets, accounting for 85% of actual dollars wagered, on the spread have taken the Pats. How to Bet…
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Freedman’s Five Official Super Bowl 53 Props to Middle: Target the Rams Passing Game
Each day, I publish at least one quick-n’-dirty piece highlighting a favorite prop of mine. For more information on my research process and the resources I use, see the master list of my 2019 prop bets. 2019 Year-to-Date Record 18-15-3, +10.23 Units Golf: 2-2-1, +0.30 Units NFL: 5-5-0, +6.83 Units NBA: 6-5-0, +0.30 Units NHL: 5-2-2, +3.80 Units NCAAF: 0-1-0. -1.0 Units…
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Rovell: No Betting Talk on Super Bowl 53 Broadcast? This Year Will Be the Last
CBS Sports chief Sean McManus was asked Wednesday if sports betting would be mentioned in the network’s Super Bowl 53 broadcast. “Our policy is we don’t discuss gambling information,” McManus said. When asked if that was a CBS policy or something that came down from the NFL, McManus said it was solely a CBS policy…
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Freedman’s Favorite Super Bowl 53 Kicker Prop Bet: How Many Field Goals Will Greg Zuerlein Make?
Each day, I publish at least one quick-n’-dirty piece highlighting a favorite prop of mine. For more information on my research process and the resources I use, see the master list of my 2019 prop bets. 2019 Year-to-Date Record 18-15-3, +10.23 Units Golf: 2-2-1, +0.30 Units NFL: 5-5-0, +6.83 Units NBA: 6-5-0, +0.30 Units NHL: 5-2-2, +3.80 Units NCAAF: 0-1-0. -1.0 Units…
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Super Bowl 53 Props: Cashing in on Over/Under 5.5 Canine Commercials
Who doesn’t like canines (dogs, to the layperson)? Well, I didn’t when I was a youngster because a big mean one chased me down the street once, but I’ve since grown out of that fear. Man’s best friend is an advertiser’s best friend, too. If people like dogs, then they will of course buy a…
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Super Bowl 53 Prop Bets: Cross-Sport Props Hit the Market
The stage is set. Patriots vs. Rams … part deux. Do people from St. Louis still root for the Rams? Honest question. The latest batch of offerings includes commercial props, props for Adam Levine’s halftime show, actual game props and a hodgepodge of other various bets, including what color “liquid” will be poured on the…
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How to Bet the Super Bowl: Patriots-Rams Spread, Over/Under Tips
Betting odds for Super Bowl 53 are now available, but how and when to make your wager can be intimidating. For those interested in getting in on some Patriots-Rams action, we’ve put together a handful of tips, tricks and strategies to consider before betting the spread and over/under for Super Bowl 53. Super Bowl 53…
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How Does Jared Goff Rank Among Quarterbacks Tom Brady Has Faced in the Super Bowl?
There have been two constants throughout the New England Patriots’ dynasty: Tom Brady and Bill Belichick. And Brady has been as prolific as ever in recent playoff history. Tom Brady in his last 10 playoff games 348 yards-1 TD-2 INT (37 points)343-1-0 (41)505-3-0 (33)290-2-0 (24)337-3-0 (35)466-2-1 (34)384-3-0 (36)287-2-2 (34)310-1-2 (18)302-2-0 (27) — Ian Hartitz (@Ihartitz)…
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Super Bowl 53 Betting Tip: Should Bettors Follow Line Movement?
Oddsmakers opened the Super Bowl 53 betting line as a pick’em between the New England Patriots and Los Angeles Rams. The over/under opened at 58.5. It didn’t take long for both lines to start moving. The Patriots are receiving an overwhelming amount of support from public and sharp bettors. With more than 80% of tickets…
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Las Vegas Sportsbook Moves Super Bowl 53 Spread to Patriots -3 … For 17 Minutes
Since betting odds opened for Super Bowl 53 between the New England Patriots and Los Angeles Rams, the market has been blitzed with Patriots money. According to The Action Network’s public betting data, 84% of tickets and 87% of money wagered on the spread has come in on New England. Super Bowl 53 Schedule, Odds,…
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Vegas Bookmakers Predict Super Bowl 53 Spread Will Move to Patriots -3
LAS VEGAS — The betting market for the NFL playoffs has been interesting. Usually the public backs the Patriots in the postseason no matter the number, but this season has been different. In fact, Las Vegas sportsbooks needed the Patriots to cover in both of their playoff games this season. Unsurprisingly, New England took care…
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Super Bowl 53 Betting Market: Sharp, Public Bettors Pounding Patriots
Well, odds for Super Bowl 53 have been out for about 36 hours now and the Patriots remain wildly popular. I’m talking Pokemon in 1999, Angry Birds in 2010 and cryptocurrency in December 2017. Will this fad fizzle out or will the bets on Tom Brady and Bill Belichick keep piling up? Super Bowl 53…
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Super Bowl 53 Betting Odds: Rams-Patriots Opening Spread, Trends
Betting Odds: Los Angeles Rams vs. New England Patriots Odds: Patriots -1.5 Over/Under: 58 Time: 6:30 p.m. ET on Sunday, Feb. 3 TV: CBS The Los Angeles Rams opened anywhere from 1-point favorites to a pick’em against the New England Patriots for Super Bowl 53 before early money swung the spread and pushed the Patriots…
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Koerner’s Patriots-Rams Projections: Early Power Ratings for Super Bowl 53
Super Bowl 53: Action Network Projections Spread: Rams -0.2 Over/Under: 57.5 The Patriots-Rams matchup in Super Bowl 53 opened with a spread of pick’em, which is almost exactly how our Power Ratings have it pegged (Rams -0.2). Since the Patriots are only minutes removed from a thrilled overtime win, it was no surprise to see…
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Super Bowl 53 MVP Odds: Tom Brady, Jared Goff Lead the Way
For all of you out there waiting to bet on James Develin to win an award, now’s your chance. Super Bowl 53 MVP odds have reopened now that the matchup between the Patriots and Rams is set. And yes, there are some odd and farfetched choices to bet. Koerner’s Patriots-Rams Projections: Early Power Ratings for…
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Stuckey: Why I Won’t Be Betting a Side in Super Bowl 53 … Yet
After taking a peak at the lookahead lines for the four potential Super Bowl matchups, I had a feeling I wouldn’t be betting on a side, no matter the matchup. Why? All of the spreads were less than three points. And sure enough, the Rams opened as a one-point favorite over New England in Super Bowl…
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Biggest Matchup Advantages in Super Bowl 53: Todd Gurley Has an Elite Offensive Line
Only two teams are left standing after 20 weeks of NFL action. The Rams took advantage of a brutal non-call and defeated the Saints in overtime courtesy of a game-winning 57-yard field goal. The Patriots survived numerous rallies from Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes and company to capture a thrilling 37-31 victory thanks to a Rex…
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Super Bowl 53 Odds: Overnight Betting Action Moves Patriots-Rams Over/Under
Shortly after the New England Patriots put the finishing touches on an overtime victory against the Kansas City Chiefs in the AFC Championship Game, oddsmakers opened betting lines for Super Bowl 53. Sharp bettors paid particular attention to the point spread, as smart money immediately moved that number. Super Bowl 53 Betting Odds: Rams-Patriots Opening…
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Sharps Move Super Bowl 53 Spread Toward Patriots Immediately After Opening
Patriots as underdogs? To Jared Goff and the Rams? In the Super Bowl?!?! Get right out of town. That’s what the lookahead lines suggested, as the Rams were -3 vs. a potential game vs. the Pats following their upset of New Orleans. Once bettors saw vintage Tom Brady march down the field at the end…
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Historical Super Bowl Betting Odds: Spreads, Over-Unders & Results for All 53 Games
The Los Angeles Rams opened as 1-point favorites against the New England Patriots for Super Bowl 53 — one of the shortest spreads in the game’s history. Let’s dive into the full betting history of the Super Bowl — from the biggest upset in the game’s history (Joe Namath in Super Bowl 3) to the Eagles’…
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Complete Betting History of Patriots Super Bowls in Brady-Belichick Era
They’re baaaaaack. For the third straight season — and fourth in five years — the Patriots are in the Super Bowl. Following their 37-31 win in Kansas City, Tom Brady and Bill Belichick will have a shot at their sixth Lombardi Trophy against the Rams on Super Sunday. Super Bowl 53 Schedule, Odds: New England…
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Super Bowl 53 Over/Under: Rams-Patriots Offering Highest Super Bowl Total of All Time
Following a controversial win against the New Orleans Saints in the NFC Championship Game, the Los Angeles Rams punched their ticket to Super Bowl 53. The Rams will take on the New England Patriots, who won a thriller of their own against the Kansas City Chiefs. In 2017, the over/under for Super Bowl 51 between…