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NFL Odds, Picks & Predictions: Colts vs. Jaguars
Colts vs. Jaguars
Anthony Richardson is out for at least four weeks with a shoulder injury. Therefore, Gardner Minshew will get the start for the Colts moving forward. He's one of the better backups in the NFL, so the Colts can still win games. The defense has allowed 401.2 yards per game, including 119.2 yards on the ground and another 282 yards in the air. Indianapolis' secondary hasn't looked good, and the missed tackles continue to pile up. If the secondary struggles on Sunday against Trevor Lawrence, the Jaguars will pile it on with points. They scored 31 in a 31-21 win over the Colts in Week 1. Meanwhile, the Colts have averaged over 350 yards per game, while the Jaguars' defense has given up 353.2 yards. Jacksonville isn't as good against the run this season. The secondary has actually performed well. However, the pass rush is ineffective for the Jaguars.
Pick: Over 44
-Jason Radowitz
What is Betting Against the Spread?
Betting "against the spread" refers to the act of choosing the winning team based on a numeric handicap placed on the team that oddsmakers believe is superior, rather than picking the outright winner. For example, if the Rams face the Bengals, and oddsmakers set the spread at Rams -3.5, you would need Los Angeles to win by 4 or more points in order to cash your Rams bet.
What is an Over/Under Bet?
Over/Under is a wager based on how many points you think will be scored in a specific game. Oddsmakers set the total, and bettors decide whether the final score will be higher or lower than that number. If an Over/Under is set at 44.5 points and you bet Over, you will need the combined score of both teams to be 45 points or higher to win your bet.
What is a Moneyline Bet?
A moneyline bet involves choosing which team you believe will win a specific matchup. The moneyline favorite carries a minus designation, like -130. This means that you need to wager $130 to earn a $100 profit. Conversely, the underdog carries a plus designation, like +110. This means that you win $110 in profit on a $100 bet.
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