The first weekend of the new NFL season kicks off soon, and the excitement is at an all-time high. We have been waiting all offseason for the chance to get back in the saddle. Let's jump right into our favorite NFL Week 1 same game parlays (SGPs) for Packers vs. Vikings.
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NFL Week 1 Same Game Parlays & Picks: Packers vs. Vikings
(Odds courtesy of DraftKings Sportsbook)
Green Bay Packers @ Minnesota Vikings
- Leg #1: Kyler Murray Under 31.5 Pass Attempts (-115)
- Leg #2: Jordan Mason 10+ Rush Attempts (-229)
- Leg #3: Will Reichard 2+ Field Goals (-128)
Kyler Murray takes the reins as the quarterback for the Vikings in what could be a very important year for the newly acquired asset. Murray stands to profit greatly if he can provide Minnesota with stability at quarterback. Whether that would be in Minnesota or somewhere else remains to be seen.
The Vikings may elect to keep things much more balanced on offense. This would certainly limit the amount of passes for Murray. The threshold of 32 attempts seems somewhat ambitious for a player making his first start in an offense that more than likely isn't going to be that aggressive in the passing game.
Jordan Mason is part of a committee of running backs. However, the bulk of the carries should go his way. Aaron Jones enters his age-31 season, and we expect his attempts to regress given Mason's reliability and age. Mason had 159 rush attempts last season, and we expect that number to increase. He should easily reach 10+ attempts in this contest.
Will Reichard should play nicely here as the last leg of this parlay. The young kicker could see a few more opportunities should Murray struggle with chemistry in his first game. Reichard went 33-of-35 on field goals last season, and gets the added benefit of playing in a dome.
Parlay Odds: +294
NFL Same Game Parlay Strategy
Same game parlays allow bettors to combine multiple markets from one NFL matchup into a single wager. The potential payout increases with every selection, but every leg must win for the parlay to cash. That makes thoughtful construction and disciplined bankroll management especially important. Here are five principles to consider when building an NFL same game parlay.
Build Around a Clear Game Script
Before selecting individual legs, decide how you expect the game to unfold. Will one team play from ahead and lean on its running game? Will an underdog be forced into a pass-heavy comeback attempt? Each selection should support the same overall prediction. Building around a logical game script creates a more cohesive parlay than simply combining several props you like.
Look for Correlated Outcomes
The most natural same game parlays feature outcomes that can succeed together. If you expect a quarterback to exceed his passing-yardage total, pairing that leg with a receiving over for one of his primary targets may make sense. A favorite's moneyline can also align with its lead running back exceeding a rushing prop if you anticipate a positive game script. Avoid combining selections that depend on conflicting versions of the game. BettingPros emphasizes pairing complementary bets and avoiding contradictory legs.
Start With Your Strongest Bet
Identify the wager you have the most confidence in and use it as the foundation of your parlay. Then add only the selections that fit alongside it. Every additional leg creates another way for the ticket to lose, so resist adding marginal bets solely to chase a larger payout. A shorter parlay built around your best analysis will generally be easier to justify than a long ticket filled with unnecessary selections.
