NFL: Betting the 2010 NFL Draft
The first round of the 2010 NFL Draft is just a few moments away. Betting on the NFL Draft is fun and rewarding. Here are some great opportunities offered up by Sportsbook.com.
The New Orleans Saints have been Super Bowl champions for two and half months and the time has come for their 31 competitors to replenish the resources with new faces. That's right, the NFL Draft has arrived and now ESPN and the 2010 NFL season has officially begun at Sportsbook.com.
Number of Quarter Backs taken in Round One
Over Two -650
Under Two +425
Only one way to bet this prop and that is the Over if at all. The St. Louis Rams made their intentions clear by releasing Marc Bulger and that Sam Bradford was their man. Jimmy Clausen in either headed to Oakland, Buffalo or San Francisco, with worst case scenario being Minnesota. That leaves Tim Tebow or Colt McCoy. Neither is projected to go this high, unless somebody sees Tebow as multi-faceted performer, which is a reach for the first round.
Number of Running Backs taken in Round One
Over 1.5 -380
Under 1.5 +290
C.J. Spiller is a lock in this round with his explosive speed and ability to catch the ball on wheel-routes and screens. The Houston Texans were disappointed in Steve Slaton last season and San Diego needs a dependable "every down" back. Ryan Mathews of Fresno State could fit one of their needs. Play the Over as easy winner.
Number of Wide Receivers and Tight Ends taken in Round One
Over 2.5 -140
Under 2.5 +100
Dez Bryant may have a few personality quirks but talent is what matters in the NFL and he should be first wide receiver taken. Demaryius Thomas is thought to have too much ability and Baltimore wouldn't mind putting together a young pitch and catch combo with Joe Flacco. Unless there is an unknown issue concerning tight end Germaine Gresham from Oklahoma , Cincinnati or some other NFL team will take him as "best available player". Bet the Over.
Number of Offensive Linemen taken in Round One
Over 6.5 -300
Under 6.5 +220
Within the first 20 selections, Trent Williams, Bryan Bulaga, Russell Okung, Bruce Campbell and Anthony Davis are presumed to be taken. Guard Mike Iupati of Idaho will fill a need in Green Bay, New York (Giants) or Pittsburgh, bringing the total to six. The means Charles Brown or Rodger Saffold, would have to be chosen and with the changes Dallas made to its roster, it is a sage bet they will take the seventh offensive linemen in the 2010 Draft. Remember, a lot of teams in the latter part of the first round will consider what happened earlier, take the Over.
Number of Defensive Tackles taken in Round One
Over 4.5 +160
Under 4.5 -200
It's safe to assume Ndamukong Suh and Gerald McCoy will go two and three in the draft barring a trade and Dan Williams and Jared Odrick will be first-rounders. That leaves Terrance (Mount) Cody as the wild card. Blogger-speak has San Diego thinking about Cody, seeking a replacement for Jamal Williams. If the Chargers are serious about the boom-or-bust Alabama product, they would be wiser to package their second pick (40th overall) to either Detroit or Tampa Bay who are presumed to have taken defensive tackles already and move down just a few slots and maybe get another pick from San Diego to help them. The Under looks like the right choice.
Number of Defensive Ends taken in Round One
Over Four -250
Under Four +190
Similar to the quarterback wager, we are working with an even number, making this a one-way wager. Derrick Morgan and Jason Pierre-Paul are foregone conclusions and if both are gone, Atlanta will take Everson Griffen from Michigan with their first choice. Beyond this trio, everyone else at this position is considered a reach, thus good value on the Under.
Jimmy Clausen - What Will his Draft Pick Position Be
Over 9.5 -115
Under 9.5 -115
Tough call on the former Golden Domer, with Buffalo probably the best fit for an Under play, however he could get killed like he did as a freshman in South Bend with the Bills O-Line. A small play on the Over, but it would be just like Oakland at No. 8 to pick the California raised QB.
Eric Berry - What Will his Draft Pick Position Be
Over 6.5 +140
Under 6.5 -180
Another challenging wager. Kansas City and Seattle will have to decide between Berry and an offensive lineman at five or six. The worst the Tennessee safety falls to is Cleveland at No. 7. Supporting the Under, with comparisons to Ed Reed fair and just too talented to pass up.
Russell Okung - What Will his Draft Pick Position Be
Over 4.5 +240
Under 4.5 -320
It's either Okung or Trent Williams to help shore up offensive tackle position for Washington at No. 4 and will bet it is the former Okie State Cowboys that is taken. Bet Under.
Dez Bryant - What Will his Draft Pick Position Be
Over 11.5 -145
Under 11.5 +115
Could be wrong, but with Denver trading Brandon Marshall, they are planning on taking the much scrutinized Bryant or Demaryius Thomas with their 11th pick. If Eric Berry would fall to Cleveland, the Browns nab him; otherwise they will take Bryant, which the Broncos would prefer all things considered. Under is the winning side.
Which Player Will Get Drafted 1st
Ndamukong Suh -500
Gerald McCoy +350
McCoy got a few reporters excited listening to assistant coaches back in February, but once the dust settled Suh was the clear choice for Detroit.
Earl Thomas +120
Joe Haden -150
Going with the upset in this selection. Though Haden is cornerback, Thomas according to scouts is immediately prepared to make an impact at safety, possibly in Jacksonville.
Golden Tate +290
Demaryius Thomas -380
In terms of actual ability, Tate is more the polished product with better hands and a cleaner route runner. The difference is height, Thomas is 6'3 ½ and Tate is at 5'10 ½. Thomas earns the nod for that reason.
Eric Norwood +135
Jerry Hughes -170
This is almost stealing, Hughes is projected first round pick and Norwood is late second round at best.
Anthony Davis+170
Bryan Bulaga -220
This comes down to team opinions and needs. Davis is probably the better athlete and pass-blocker, however Bulaga is steadier, a better drive-blocker and graded out well in desire. Bulaga rings the bell as the winner.
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Carrie Stroup, Gambling911.com
