OVER-Estimating NFL Totals in 2010
With NFL training camps set to begin in a mere matter of weeks and the 2010 NFL preseason period not far from getting underway, it’s never too early to get prepared for what promises to be another thrilling pro football season.
Having said that, I will break down several teams that I believe are going to be some of the best Over producers in the league for the upcoming 2010 regular season.
To beat the Over more often than not, it generally takes a team effort of good offense – and mediocre defense – in order to get the job done.
This look at those teams, many of whom shined against the Over last season, will give NFL betting buffs everywhere the early insight they will need in order to get their 2010 pro football betting seasons off on the right foot.
New York Giants
The G-Men posted a league-best 11-4-1 O/U mark last season to become the only team in the league to record 11 Over outcomes. The Giants scored a bunch of points last season, but were often outgunned in high scoring shootouts. While I an expecting New York’s defense to be improved over last season, I don’t think it will be very much, particularly on the defensive end.
San Diego
The Chargers ( 10-5-1 O/U) have one of the league’s best offenses, which helped them to rank second in total Over outcomes last season, as one of just two teams in the league with an even 10 Over paydays. The Chargers will once again, score their fair share of points in 2010, but just like last season, I believe their defense has taken a slight step backwards from what it was just a few short seasons again.
Philadelphia
The Eagles went 10-6 against the Over/Under Total last season – and will almost assuredly spit out a bunch of Overs again in 2010 as the team’s seriously young defense gives up its share of points. I also like first-time starting quarterback and Philadelphia’s dangerous, fleet-footed starting wide receivers.
Tennessee
The Tennessee Titans went 9-7 against the Total last season and I suspect they will again spit out their fair share of Overs this season if Vince Young plays like he did after being re-inserted as the starter around the midway point last season. I’m not sure Tennessee’s defense will be a top 10 unit this coming season, which lends even more credibility to my beliefs. Think nine Overs for the Titans at the least NFL gamblers.
Washington
The Redskins went 9- 7 in O/U wagers last season and I believe they are going to be even more productive on offense this season under Mike Shanahan and six-time pro bowl QB Donovan McNabb. More points from the Skins should mean more Over outcomes.
Indianapolis 9-7
It’s all about Peyton Manning and the Colts offense here NFL gamblers. Indianapolis spit out nine Over outcomes last season and should be good for another nine at the least in 2010. To put it mildly, the Colts can score the ball almost at will, hence, more Overs than Unders. I like Indianapolis for another nine Overs at the least in 2010.