Super Bowl Odds, Lines, & Point Spreads
May 27, 2008
Super Bowl odds are the little numbers that every sports bettor can’t wait to see as they determine how much money will be paid out on successful wagers. From the time the Conference Champions are crowned, Analysts begin researching for hours upon hours to determine the Super Bowl odds. Every good sports bettor knows that understanding the odds is essential when laying down on the largest sporting event of the year. Having good knowledge of Super Bowl odds can ensure that you get the most bang for your buck.
When the season began, the Indianapolis Colts were the Odds on favorites to win the Super Bowl. Now that they are in the Super Bowl, it appears that the books did some good work. When the Colts started to win in a less convincing fashion as the season progressed, the Chicago Bears then emerged as the favorites to take home the Super Bowl crown. More good work by line makers. When the Bears found some rough patches the San Diego Chargers became the new favorite to win Super Bowl 41. So you see, as the season goes on, a team’s odds to win the Super Bowl changes depending on how the team is playing, how other teams are playing , and injuries also play a significant roll. If Peyton Manning were to have gotten injured in week two, the Colts would have been taken clear off the radar.
The books original two favorites to win the Super Bowl will face off in the big game with the Colts listed as 7-point favorites. Dave Price has been burning the midnight oil and he wants to ensure that you win money on the biggest game of the year. If you have any questions about interpreting the odds for Super Bowl 41, don’t be afraid to contact us. We want to give our clients every advantage possible.