Sports Betting
Sports Betting
How to Bet NFL Point Spreads
Want to learn how to bet NFL Point Spreads? So you want to tackle the beast that is football betting, but you have no idea where to start, not a clue what a spread is other than another word for buffet. The moneyline? You’re still in the dark. Over/Under? Well, a little light is coming through.
West Brom v Liverpool Winner Betting Odds 18 August
West Brom v Liverpool winner betting odds for 18 August of the Premier League had West Brom at 3/1, Liverpool at EVEN and the Draw at 5/2. Bookmaker.eu has all your Premier League betting and is offering up to US$500 in FREE WAGERS to qualified new customers here.
Liverpool is getting 65 percent of the betting action in this matchup.
Cleveland Browns vs. Green Bay Packers Line at Pack -2.5 to -3
The Cleveland Browns vs. Green Bay Packers line was coming in at Packers -2.5 to -3 depending on the book. Belmont.com had this one at Green Bay -3.
Cantor Gaming Combines Fantasy Football and Gambling
Gambling911.com reported just the other day on how Web-based sportsbooks such as Northbet were starting to enter the Fantasy Football fray. Now comes word that gambling giant Cantor Gaming will be offering its own Fantasy Football variant.
And, yes, there is gambling involved.
Bengals vs. Falcons Line: Preseason NFL August 15
The Bengals vs. Falcons line had Atlanta between a -4 and -5 point favorite Thursday night. This game goes off at 8 pm EDT and can be bet online at WagerWeb.com here.
2012 Preseason Team Quarterback Ratings – Top 6
Tony George of TonyGeorgeSports.com has released his 2012 Preseason NFL Team Quarterback Ratings and here they are….
Chicago Bears 2012 Odds to Win NFC North: Brian Urlacher to Undergo Knee Surgery
News that middle linebacker Brian Urlacher is set to undergo arthroscopic surgery on his left knee likely will not alter the Chicago Bears 2012 odds of winning the NFC North, which at press time had them paying out $350 for every $100 bet at Bookmaker.eu.
England v Italy Betting Odds for 15 August Friendly: Theo Walcott Latest to Pull Out
England v Italy betting odds had England at 6/4, Italy at 2/1 and the Draw at 11/5. Bookmaker.eu was offering odds on this and other international friendlys with qualified new customers eligible for up to US$500 in FREE BETS here.
Arsenal winger Theo Walcott has pulled out of the England squad due to a bruised thigh.
Australia Sport Welcomes Proposed Fixing Laws
SYDNEY (Associated Press) Australia's major sporting organizations have thrown their support behind proposed new laws that include penalties of up to 10 years in prison for sports corruption and match-fixing.
The Coalition of Major Professional and Participation Sports which includes football, cricket, both rugby codes, tennis and Australian Rules football said Tuesday it commends plans by the New South Wales state government to introduce the Crimes Amendment (Cheating at Gambling) Bill 2012.
Carolina Panthers Odds to Win 2013 Super Bowl: Stroup Says Team has Value
At 40/1 odds, the Carolina Panthers winning the 2013 Super Bowl would result in quite the windfall.
In a division where the favorite, New Orleans Saints, enter the season mired in controversy, Carolina has an excellent shot at advancing deep into the Playoffs provided all the pieces come together.
England v S. Africa - 3rd Test Game Odds: Kevin Pietersen Text Scandal Gives Punters Edge
England v S. Africa – 3rd Test Game betting odds had England promising a payout of US$25 for every US$10 bet while South Africa would pay out US$18. A “texting” scandal involving England Cricketer Kevin Pietersen has overshadowed much of the betting activity taking place for this Thursday’s upcoming matchup.
New York Giants Odds to Win NFC East, 2013 Super Bowl: Hakeem Nicks Activated
The New York Giants were an absolutely ridiculous 18/1 odds long shot to win the 2013 Super Bowl despite being the reigning champions. The folks at WagerWeb.com, along with other online bookmakers, don’t even have the Giants winning the NFC East. That honor goes to the Philadelphia Eagles, though both teams paid slightly better than EVEN odds at the time this was published – August 13, 2012.
‘Hard Knocks’ or Hard Luck: Is HBO NFL Reality Show a Jinx?
Sports Illustrated.
Madden football video games.
The latest season of "Hard Knocks."
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Yup, it looks like HBO's NFL-themed reality TV show "Hard Knocks," which premiered its seventh season last week, has become the latest form of sports media to jinx the athletes it embraces.
The Sports Illustrated cover jinx is well-known: for years, athletes who have appeared on the sports magazine's iconic cover have shortly thereafter encountered various degrees of bad luck, including arrests, trades and injuries.
Daniel Agger Still Favored to Go to Manchester City Despite Wanting to Stay in Liverpool
Liverpool have rejected a £20m bid from Manchester City for defender Daniel Agger while the odds of him being sent off to play with the champions remained at 4/7 at Skybet, one of the few online bookmakers still offering odds on Agger late Monday evening.
Agger has also said that he would prefer to stay in Liverpool.
Free Fantasy Football Now Available at Northbet
If a sportsbook, racebook, and casino aren’t enough to get your gaming fix, Northbet has added another option with free fantasy football. This will be Nothbet’s second season offering free weekly contests to all of its customers. The weekly contests use a salary cap format that allows customers to choose the players they want to fill a weekly roster without exceeding the salary cap value. Unlike traditional fantasy football with long drafts and the fear of season-ending injuries, Northbet’s weekly contests let the customer start fresh
Oakland Raiders Odds to Win the 2013 Super Bowl: Payout Would be Huge
The Oakland Raiders odds to win the 2013 Super Bowl were coming in at 60-1, and this is a team you might not want to overlook, especially at this great value.
Yankees at 5-1 Odds to Win 2012 World Series With Derek Lowe Signing
The New York Yankees ranked as co-favorites along with the Texas Rangers to win the 2012 World Series following the signing of right-hander Derek Lowe. Currently odds still had the Yankees paying a respectable $50 for every $10 bet at Sportsbook.
Odds to Win Super Bowl XLVII
Carrie Stroup here with a look at the odds to win Super Bowl XLVII, courtesy of our friends at Sportsbook, who were offering up to $350 in FREE CASH to qualified customers.
Dallas Cowboys vs. Oakland Raiders Line at -1: Preseason NFL August 13
The Dallas Cowboys vs. Oakland Raiders line for August 13 was coming in at Raiders -1 at WagerWeb.com, which was currently offering up to $1000 in FREE BETS to qualified customers here.
Indianapolis Colts 2012 Regular Season Win Totals Odds
The Indianapolis Colts 2012 regular season win total odds were coming in at OVER/UNDER 5 with oddsmakers at Sportsbook.com believing first round starting quarterback Andrew Luck will carry this team to at least 6 wins with a line of -130. The UNDER 5 pays slightly better than EVEN odds.
Manchester City 6 to 5 Odds Favorite to Win 2013 English Premier League Outright
Manchester City was coming in as the 6-5 favorite to win the 2013 English Premier League outright with rival Man United at 5/2 and Chelsea 5/1. All odds courtesy of BetOnline here
Green Bay Packers Odds to Win 2013 Super Bowl Still 5-1 After Cedric Benson Signing
The Green Bay Packers odds to win the 2013 Super Bowl were coming in at 5/1 immediately after the announcement of Cedric Benson’s signing Sunday.
Rory McIlroy Win at 2012 PGA Championship Pays Out 25 to 1 Odds
Rory McIlroy winning the 2012 PGA Championship Sunday evening paid out $2500 for every $100 bet.
The Irishman was among the top 5 favorites though only Tiger Woods entered the tournament with single digit odds. The odds-on favorite finished 11th Sunday.
It is McIlroy’s second Major title.
Times of Trenton Editorial: New Jersey High Stake Wager on Sports Betting May Pay Off
The Times of Trenton Editorial staff offered their take on Tuesday’s not-so-shocking lawsuit filed by the four professional sports leagues and NCAA that attempts to stop the state of New Jersey from allowing legalized sports betting.
If New Jersey prevails, visitors to the state’s casinos and racetracks will be able to place bets on professional games, as well as college contests that are played outside the state and don’t involve New Jersey teams.
USA vs. Spain Betting Odds: Olympic Basketball
USA vs. Spain betting odds had Team USA coming in as a -20 favorite to win the gold at this year’s London Olympics at Bookmaker.eu, which was giving away up to US$500 in FREE BETS to qualified new customers. BETS NEED TO BE PLACED BEFORE 10 AM EDT SUNDAY.
LSU Odds to Win 2013 BCS Championship Get Longer After Tyrann Mathieu Dismissal
The dismissal of LSU star cornerback Tyrann Mathieu from the LSU Tigers has had some effect on that school’s odds to win the 2013 BSC Championship.
NFL Preseason Football Betting Odds – August 11, 2012
NFL Preseason Football betting odds for August 11, 2012 featured Houston vs. Carolina and Tennessee vs. Seattle. Carolina opened as a -1 point favorite but the line has since moved to -3. The Panthers are listed with 5/1 odds of winning the NFC South, a division that features a favorite Saints team marred in controversy and a Falcons team that never quite seems to meet expectations (especially when it comes to the post season).
Mexico Pays 14-1 Odds with Olympic Soccer Gold Medal Win
Team Mexico takes home the gold after stunning heavy favorite Brazil in London Olympic football.
The Brazil side had some into the Olympics as a slight EVEN odds favorite over Spain while Mexico had somewhat long odds at 14/1. Mexico still paid $500 for every $100 bet in the Olympics Soccer Final against mighty Brazil.
It is Mexico’s first Olympic gold in Soccer and, remarkably, Brazil is yet to win one.
Lakers Now at 3 to 1 to Win 2013 NBA Championship With Dwight Howard Trade
The Los Angeles Lakers are now listed at 3/1 odds to win the 2013 NBA Championship following the acquisition of Orlando Magic player Dwight Howard.
The MGM Mirage moved the line all the way to -150, making the Lakers co-favorites with the Miami Heat immediately following this trade news.
At Belmont.com, the line had moved from 10-1 to 6-1 to the current 3-1.
Benson Henderson vs. Frank Edgar Odds, Prediction – UFC 150 (Video)
Benson Henderson vs. Frank Edgar betting odds for Saturday night’s UFC 150 fight card had Henderson as the -200 favorite while Edgar would pay close to $20 for every $10 bet at BetDSI.com.
[Get all the latest UFC fight video previews from Frank Trigg and Nick Kalikas here]
