NHL Betting Game Preview – Flyers and Kings battle

Arguably, the standout clash on the day’s hockey-betting card is the clash between the Philadelphia Flyers and Los Angeles Kings.

What makes this game particularly interesting amongst hockey bettors is that both teams are so dynamic and while they can turn up the heat one minute, they can fall horribly flat the next. At times, it is hard to predict which team will show up on any given night. Indeed, the market attests to this notion, as both go into this game deadlocked on the money line odds at -110 to win outright. Dilemma, dilemma.

NHL Betting Line:

Philadelphia Flyers +1½  -300   -110   5½  O +100   U -120    2½  O -135   U -105   
Los Angeles Kings  -1½  +250   -110   5½  O +100   U -120    2½  O -135   U -105 

Match Time: 10:35 PM Eastern Time (07:35 PM Pacific Time) Thursday December 30, 2010

NHL Betting Verdict: The Flyers and Kings are set to collide for the first time this season when they go head-to-head at the Staples Center in Los Angeles.

The Flyers have let up in their last two games, rather badly come to that. They are after back-to-back losses to Florida Panthers and Vancouver Canucks, highlighted by offensive troubles in their camp: a 5-0 shutout defeat to Florida and a 6-2 blowout by Vancouver.

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Los Angeles Kings are after a 6-3 defeat to Phoenix Coyotes but prior to that defeat, they had enjoyed a four-game winning streak, underscored by two shutout wins: 5-0 over Colorado and 4-0 over San Jose.

What to make of this recent turn of fortunes is the question. Indeed, bookies aren’t helpful, rolling out a coy market on this game that has both teams tipped on par at -110 to win outright.

With a market as this on such a high-profile game, the win is a tossup obviously. So Flyers’ fans and Kings’ fans can back their sides to victory knowing that exposure to risk is minimal. Small consolation that is when the objective is to beat the bookies and ring in a nice payout.

If we are to take a cue from the spread markets, it seems that the Flyers may well be the better bet overall on the moneyline.

Still, where the real value is going to be in this game is in the totals and considering that when these two teams are hot they are frightening offensively a bet on the Over 5 ½ at +100 seems to bthe tempting bet.

NHL Free Picks:  Philadelphia Flyers -110 | Over 5 ½ +100

Birds Look To Cover Huge Online NFL Betting Odds Against Reeling Vikings

Thanks to this informative betting breakdown, BetOnline gridiron gamblers will have a good chance to cash in against the online NFL betting odds when the Philadelphia Eagles look to stay on fire despite the low temperatures and blizzard-like conditions in the City of Brotherly Love when they host the reeling Minnesota Vikings in a Tuesday night contest

The two NFC rivals will take to the field at Lincoln Financial Field on Tuesday night at 8:00 PM ET in the first Tuesday game since way back in 1946.

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Live from Lincoln Financial Field

TV: FOX

Radio: Sirius 123 and 129

NFL Odds

Philadelphia Eagles -14

Over/Under 41.5

Here is a look at the key head-to-head trends surrounding this matchup.

• Favorite is 5-1 ATS in their last 6 meetings.
• Vikings are 0-5 ATS in their last 5 meetings.

Minnesota Vikings

• Vikings are 2-7 ATS in their last 9 games overall.
• Vikings are 1-5 ATS in their last 6 road games.
• Vikings are 0-7 ATS vs. a team with a winning record.
• Vikings are 0-5 ATS in their last 5 games as a road underdog.

The Minnesota Vikings have lost two straight games including its 40-14 shellacking at the hands of the Chicago Bears in their Week 15 divisional showdown.

The Vikes didn’t cash in against the online NFL betting odds as a 5.5-point ‘home’ underdog just one week after failing to do so against the Giants in their 21-3 loss home loss.

Rookie quarterback Joe Webb tossed two interceptions in the loss after relieving Favre who tossed one TD pass and one interception.

The Vikings may have veteran quarterback Brett Favre back under center for this contest after the grizzled Hall of Fame-bound star was pounded into submission on another vicious sack.

Favre will try to suit up tonight as will running back Adrian Peterson as he also tries to bounce back from a recent injury.

Philadelphia Eagles

• Eagles are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games as a home favorite of 10.5 or greater.
• Eagles are 6-2 ATS in their last 8 home games vs. a team with a losing road record.
• Eagles are 6-2 ATS in their last 8 games in December.
• Eagles are 5-2 ATS in their last 7 vs. NFC.

The Philadelphia Eagles have won three straight games including its 38-31 ‘Miracle at the Meadowlands II’ win over the reeling New York Giants in Week 15.

Philadelphia cashed in against the online NFL betting odds as a 3-point road underdog to move to an impressive 4-2 ATS over its last half-dozen games.

The Birds got three TD passes from MVP candidate Michael Vick and two touchdown receptions from Jeremy Maclin, not to mention a punt return score from DeSean Jackson.

Analysis: First and foremost the Philadelphia Eagles have a whole lot to play for while the Vikings will most likely be going through the motions while thinking about getting into some warmer weather inside the next two weeks as they will be ‘on the golf course’ following their Week 17 finale.

Combine that fact with the fact that the Eagles have a plethora of game-breaking skill position players and it’s easy to come to the conclusion that the Birds are going to win this one going away.

Philadelphia averages a dozen points per game more than the Vikings and has the best quarterback in this contest in MVP candidate Michael Vick.

The Eagles have scored at least 30 points in each of its last three games while scoring at least 26 points in a whopping seven straight games overall.

Minnesota has scored all of 17 combined points over its last two games and has only managed to top the 17-point plateau once in its last six games.

The Vikings are 0-5 ATS in their last five games against the Eagles and I fully believe the Birds are going to cash in against the online football betting odds to drop the Vikes to 0-6 ATS against the Birds in the last six meetings.

NFL Picks: Philadelphia Eagles -14 Points/Over 41.5 Total Points

NFL Sportsbook Picks – How To Play New England-Miami In Week 17

When we began the 2010 season, the NFL sportsbook betting had the New England Patriots listed as one of the major threats to win the Super Bowl and now that they’ve found cohesion and balance on both sides of the ball, all of that touting certainly seems justified.

They’ll conclude the regular season against the AFC East rival Miami Dolphins and despite having a first round bye clinched in the playoffs, they still have some kinks to work out.

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Which is largely why you can’t fall asleep on this line. Had this game taken place a week ago, the line would be a heavy double-digit number in the NFL sportsbook but since New England doesn’t have much to play for the oddsmakers are nervous that Belichik will rest his starters heading in to the post season.

I think that undersells how much New England loves beating up on the Miami Dolphins. The Patriots are 5-2 SU in their last 7 games when playing Miami and are 7-2 SU in Gillette Stadium against them as well.

Their 2-4 ATS record in the most recent 6 matchups with the Fins shouldn’t worry people too much since there’s a shortened spread on this game and the Patriots must keep their rhythm heading in to the playoffs since the roster is generally very young.

Miami Dolphins (7-8) vs. New England Patriots (13-2)

Sunday, January 2nd — Gillette Stadium — 1:00pm EST

NFL Sportsbook Betting Line: New England -4.0 (44.0)

The Miami Dolphins began the season with very high hopes after watching Chad Henne thrive late last year, but things have been gloomy for this team overall. They’re just 2-3 SU and ATS in their last 5 games and have one of the worst scoring offenses in the league with 17.7 points per game.

That part of their resume is astounding considering Henne’s canon arm, Brandon Marshall’s presence and the inclusion of a backfield toting Ronnie Brown and Ricky Williams.

The biggest mistake for Miami is trying to turn in to a passing team too soon. They are still in need of a reliable number two receiver and though Marshall has had another great season, he’s their only passing threat.

New England is caught in a bind with this game particularly because we all remember what happened to Wes Welker last year (he tore his ACL in the final week of the regular season), so the Patriots will want to play it safe in that regard.

While Welker might get rest, the first round bye is enough time to lick their wounds and this young defense still has plenty of holes to fix to give them better value in the futures market of the NFL sportsbook.

The Patriots rank just 30th in passing defense and while youth is a big reason for that, they’ll use this matchup to fine tune their defense. Don’t worry too much about Brady and company sitting too long in this game, especially since the team does such a great job or protecting him in the first place.

As is always the case, the Patriots will rotate a ton of players in and out of their offense which will keep everyone fresh even when this game is finished.

Even if New England does end up sitting some people in the second half, that doesn’t mean that they won’t blow up the scoreboard against a very questionable defense from Miami. Expect them to take the win out of Miami’s sails, send them in to sub-500 hell and cap their season with a win in the NFL sportsbook as they prepare for the playoffs.

Furious NFL Sportsbook Betting Pick – New England -4.0 (UNDER)

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Favre’s Swan Song? Vikings Visit Lions In Week 17 Sports Betting

I know that for the most part, the Minnesota Vikings have been football betting kryptonite with a complete implosion. At just 6-9 ATS there isn’t much to like about this team, especially with the status of Brett Favre unknown. You have to expect the team and Favre himself to play this game because it will – sadly – be his last.

We have been pummeled by Brett Favre stories all year long. From his miraculous run last season through to the cataclysmic interception against the Saints in the NFC Championship, along with more “will he, won’t he” retirement stories and the dong text saga with Ms. Sterger – it’s been the year of Favre and people are right to be sick of him.

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At 41-years old with nearly half of his life committed to playing professional football, it’s been an absolute pleasure watching him enjoy what he does. Sure, he drives us nuts to a certain degree but his milestones are certainly worthy of your respect. He’s the only player with 70,000+ passing yards and 500+ touchdowns. No player comes close. The fact that he’s been a staple of the sports betting scene in football for so long is amazing.

Still everything has gone wrong for Minnesota after a stunning season last year. The Vikings fell well out of the playoff picture, Favre is enduring perhaps his worst season ever and on top of all that they went through a Randy Moss mini drama, fired Brad Childress and watched their own stadium collapse during a winter storm. Is there any team more cursed than Minnesota this season?

Minnesota Vikings (6-9) vs. Detroit Lions (5-10)

Sunday, January 2nd — Ford Field — 1:00pm EST

NFL Sports Betting Line: Detroit -3.0 (42.0)

No team has a right to complain in the NFL especially when they’re playing the Detroit Lions. This team has plenty to look forward to in 2011 with Matthew Stafford (hopefully) returning from an injury on his throwing shoulder, and Jahvid Best certainly needs to get his turf toes healed. Regardless of the issues with their backfield tandem, Detroit has been a glorious sports betting pick this season going 11-4 ATS.

You can’t say that the Vikings have that much to be optimistic about in their immediate or long term future. We really have no idea if Joe Webb is a viable starter at quarterback, though he’s seemed pretty good. The Vikings have routinely dominated the Lions with a 9-1 SU and 6-2-2 ATS record when playing the Lions but the wheels have fallen off this bus violently.

I’ll save a farewell to Favre for a later column – because it’s well deserved – but I’m sticking with the Lions at home in sports betting this weekend largely because I don’t know if Favre will be able to finish the game or play at all. The Vikings are a talented bunch but they put their eggs in a 41-year old basket and that stench you smell is the resulting rot of their value on the sports betting board.

Furious Sports Betting Pick – Detroit -3.0 (OVER)

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NFL Betting – Colts Can Clinch on Sunday

People who engage in NFL betting know that the Indianapolis Colts are in a position where they can control their own destiny. On Sunday they take to the field against the Tennessee Titans with a chance to win the AFC South title, in a game that begins at 4:15 PM ET at Lucas Oil Stadium (artificial turf) in Indianapolis.

Accordingly, the Colts are a ten-point favorite in the NFL betting odds, with the total posted at 48 points.

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NFL Betting

Tennessee Titans (6-9 SU, 7-8 ATS) at Indianapolis Colts (9-6 SU, 8-7 ATS)

Live at Lucas Oil Stadium

Indianapolis, IN

Sunday, January 2 — 4:15 PM ET

TV: CBS

NFL Betting Odds:

Indianapolis -10

Tennessee +10

Total 48

Here are some of the trends as they impact NFL betting on this game:

· Tennessee has played six of its last nine games OVER the total
· Tennessee has lost seven of its last eight games SU
· Tennessee has covered two of its last eight games
· Tennessee has played four of its last six road games OVER the total
· Tennessee has lost four of its last five road games SU
· Tennessee has covered one of its last five road games
· Indianapolis has played five of its last six games OVER the total
· Indianapolis has won 20 of its last 24 home games

The Colts had an opportunity to win out and capture the AFC South crown, and they are positioning themselves to do just that. of course, the key game was the 34-24 win over the Jaguars two weeks ago, covering as a four-point favorite in NFL betting.

They go into this game having scored 130 points over the last four weeks, and doing a better job at defending the run as well. The last two teams they have played, Oakland and Jacksonville, live by the run, but they managed a COMBINED 147 yards against Indianapolis.

Here are the head-to-head NFL betting trends that have a bearing on this game:

· Nine of the last eleven meetings have gone UNDER the total
· Indianapolis has won four of the last five meetings SU
· Tennessee has covered six of the last nine meetings
· The last five meetings in Indianapolis have gone UNDER the total
· Indianapolis has won six of the last seven meetings SU as the home team

The Tennessee situation is interesting because there has been increasing speculation about the status of coach Jeff Fisher, who is not the kind of guy who is going to talk about this stuff but has the confidence of knowing that he would find another head coaching job if he was to depart Nashville.

The whole thing may have gotten stale in Tennessee, and if the owner, Bud Adams, insists that Vince Young is the future quarterback, then Fisher may have no choice but to go. NFL bettors noticed that the Titans looked like a team that quit last week against Kansas City, and that does not bode well for their performance here, when this is a game the Colts will go into with a need to win.

Keep an eye on this Indianapolis running game, which has piled up 346 yards the last two weeks. They’ll try to wear down the Tennessee defense with it, as well as keep the pressure of a potent pass rush (39 sacks) off Peyton Manning.

The Colts will need that. Kerry Collins, who is 46% in his last five games, is playing like someone who is well past his "sell-by" date. We’ve got to lay the points in NFL betting on this one.

JAY’S PLAY: INDIANAPOLIS -10 **
(Graded on a scale of 1-4 stars)

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Philadelphia Eagles Are Locked At Third-Seed Making Dallas Game Inconsequential

The Philadelphia Eagles blew a chance to secure a first round bye last week against the Minnesota Vikings, and suffered a big blow when Michael Vick hurt his leg as well. Unfortunately for the sports betting community that makes their Week 17 matchup against Dallas meaningless, especially with Dallas enduring their own questions at quarterback.

Andy Reid’s batch of youngsters can do no better or worse than a third-seed in the playoffs, and considering that there is absolutely no reason to put Vick in further jeopardy, this game is basically a wash. Kevin Kolb will likely get the start so that Vick’s leg bruise can take time to heal before they suit up for the first round of the playoffs.

The Cowboys have myriad issues plaguing them, with Jason Garrett having zero job security as the head coach and both Tony Romo and Jon Kitna giving way to injuries. Third stringer Stephen McGee was fine against the Cardinals but a debilitating loss thanks to a miraculous Skelton comeback after David Beuhler shanked the extra kick was a historic fail on the part of Dallas.

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It’s not like the sports betting community would take a chance on Dallas even if everyone was fully healthy and ready to go. I’ve had many problems with Tony Romo during his career and his time could be up considering how comes to town to take the headsets next year. Garrett, if anything, is woefully familiar with Romo’s ups and downs through an otherwise good career.

I emphasize the word “good” in that previous sentence. Romo has been decent in the regular season but has just one playoff victory on his resume. He hasn’t exactly been great in big pressure games and seems to lack the work ethic required to be a real superstar in the NFL. His work on the sidelines in coaching the quarterbacks that replace him has been admirable though.

Eventually I expect this game to get the natural home line of -3.0 for the Eagles simply because Dallas has shown zero punch this season aside from a late season run with Kitna at the helm. The Eagles need to rest their defense to have any hopes in playoff sports betting and their offensive line also needs as much time to lick their sordid wounds.

The Cowboys have tons of questions to answer in the off season. Where do they go in the draft? Will Romo be ready for training camp? Who’s their head coach? Does this team actually care anymore, and if not, who do they get rid of to rekindle the fire of America’s Team?

The Philadelphia Eagles certainly don’t have that many problems heading in to the end of the year. I still have them pegged as my favorite NFC bet in NFL futures sports betting so if you’re so inclined, wander over to the futures market and throw a flier at their nice +750 odds to win the Super Bowl. Why the hell not? It might be the only action you can get on this explosive team in sports betting this weekend.

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NFL Picks Week 17 – Colts Closing In On AFC South

People making their NFL picks week 17 know that when it comes to the final week of the regular season. It means that you have to bet on teams that have lots to play for facing teams that have nothing to play for. That’s going to be the theme in these contests below.

Tennessee Titans @ Indianapolis Colts

The Tennessee Titans have been fading ever since they lost quarterback Vince Young for the season (and he got in a fight with head coach Jeff Fisher). The Titans have lost seven of eight and the only team they defeated in that stretch is the Houston Texans.

Meanwhile, the Indianapolis Colts are heading back in the right direction as they are once again in position to win the AFC South. With a win, the Colts lock up the division and against the Titans, who are more interested in playing golf than football, the Colts will roll.

NFL Picks Week 17: Colts -10

Pittsburgh Steelers @ Cleveland Browns

While many people talked about the young St. Louis Rams hitting a wall last week, the same could be happening to the Cleveland Browns this week. Rookie quarterback Colt McCoy is coming off a game where he threw three interceptions and the Steelers defense is going to be just as ferocious as the Baltimore unit was last week.

The Steelers need a win here to lock up the No. 2 seed in the AFC so don’t expect them to take the Browns lightly.

NFL Picks Week 17: Steelers -5.5

Carolina Panthers @ Atlanta Falcons

The Atlanta Falcons lost at home on Monday Night Football to the New Orleans Saints, but the good news is that they don’t lose at home very often when quarterback Matt Ryan starts (19-2).

The Carolina Panthers are a lame duck team right now as we all know that their head coach, John Fox, is done after the season. With his team having nothing to play for and having already secured the No. 1 pick in the 2011 NFL Draft, expect for them to lay down in Week 17.

The Falcons need a win here to lock up home field advantage throughout the NFC playoffs so they will be up for this game. Bet them to win and cover.

NFL Picks Week 17: Falcons -14

St. Louis Rams @ Seattle Seahawks

This will be a winner-takes-all showdown for the NFC West as the Seahawks host the St. Louis Rams. Quarterbacking will be the key to this one as Rams rookie quarterback Sam Bradford got back on track last week but had otherwise struggled in December. Meanwhile, Seattle will likely give Charlie Whitehurst his second career start.

We’ll go with home field advantage in this one as the Seahawks will find a way to surprise, and get to the playoffs.

NFL Picks Week 17: Seahawks +3

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Pittsburgh at Cleveland – NFL Sports Betting

The Pittsburgh Steelers are a favorite team for sports betting fans to pick across the nation and the Cleveland Browns have had another disappointing season despite a few shining moments.

The Steelers appear headed to another playoff run while Cleveland will be sitting at home watching on TV.

Can the Browns recover from the sting of disappointment for week 17 betting and strike back with an upset over their rivals to get some momentum heading into the 2010-2011 sports betting season?

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Pittsburgh Steelers at Cleveland Browns

1 pm Sunday

Football Betting line: Steelers favored by 5 ½.

The Steelers will have to play well in order to knock off a Browns team that may be staking their season on a win in this game.

They have been frustrated by tons of crushing defeats at the hands of Ben Roethlisberger, Hines Ward and company in recent years and they will give this one their best effort.

It also is worth noting for sports betting fans that the Browns are 4-2 ATS in the last six meetings between the two teams and have wins on the road against New Orleans and at home against the Patriots this year.

But the wins against those two teams for the sports betting underdog Browns were back when they were both working through some issues.
Pittsburgh has won 13 of 14 SU in this series and the Steelers need this one in the divisional race with the Ravens and are likely to go all-out as if this is a playoff game with so much on the line and such a thin margin for error.

That means that a win by multiple scores is definitely possible and the Steelers despite their injuries have played well enough to expect a big win over the Browns on the road.
Pittsburgh will be challenged early but once they get over the initial hump their size and skill and motivation will be too much for the Browns to handle yet again and Pittsburgh will walk out with a big win by a touchdown.

Sports betting pick: Pittsburgh (-5 ½).

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Online Football Betting – Will The Broncos End The Season With An Upset?

It’s your last chance for Online Football Betting this year, as the NFL’s regular season wraps up this Sunday.

With nothing more than pride on the line, who’ll have the edge when the Chargers and Broncos get together in an AFC West showdown?

San Diego Chargers (8-7 SU, 8-7 ATS) at Denver Broncos (4-11 SU, 5-10 ATS)

Sunday, January 2: 4:15 p.m. CBS, Live from Invesco Field at Mile High Stadium

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NFL Betting Odds:

San Diego: -3 ½

Denver: +3 ½

Total: 47

That’s right, with Kansas City having won last weekend, the Chiefs officially became AFC West champions, meaning that the Broncos and Chargers are essentially playing Sunday for nothing. Just don’t tell that to new Broncos quarterback, and emerging folk hero Tim Tebow.

Yep, you read that correctly, the man who could do no wrong for four years at the University of Florida has re-emerged in Denver, and is now the starting quarterback there.

Last Sunday, Tebow entered the win column as an NFL quarterback, leading the Broncos to a 24-23 Online Football Betting upset of the Houston Texans. In that game, he threw for 308 yards and a touchdown, securing just the fourth win of the season for Denver.

Meanwhile, the Broncos opponents on Sunday aren’t playing for a trip to the playoffs for the first time in seemingly forever. It was a tough year in San Diego, where off the field contract holdouts, injuries and a litany of other factors led to the Chargers entering Week 17 at 8-7 after getting the No. 2 seed in last year’s playoffs.

Still, the Chargers have Philip Rivers, and just as long as he’s under center in San Diego, things will be just fine. The former NC State signal-caller again played at a Pro Bowl level this year, and really, it’s a shame he and the Chargers won’t be in the playoffs.

Despite having last year’s top receiver Vincent Jackson for less than half a dozen games, and injuries that slowing Malcolm Floyd and Antonio Gates, Rivers was as good as ever in 2010, throwing for 4,397 yards and 30 touchdowns so far.

And in the end, despite the Chargers entering this one without much to play for, we still expect them to win this game. When making your Online Football Betting picks, make sure to include San Diego.

The simple truth is, that as nice as Denver’s win was last week, it was a bit of aberration, as they were going against one of the NFL’s worst defenses in Houston. Well this weekend, it’ll be the Chargers turn to go against a defense that allows 29.2 points which is worst in the NFL.

Look for Rivers to expose the Broncos awful defense, in what should be a very easy victory. The only Online Football Betting pick to make here has to be the Chargers giving points on the road.

Online Football Betting Pick: San Diego -3 ½

Chicago Bears vs. the Green Bay Packers – NFL Odds

The Chicago Bears have locked up the number two seed in the NFC playoffs. The Green Bay Packers are fighting for their playoffs lives. The NFL playoff implications are definitely once sided but the NFL betting odds makers have set the line accordingly.

The NFL betting odds makers have set the Green Bay Packers as the -10 point favorites. Check the sportsbook for the most up to date moneyline odds. The game total is set at 41½ points.

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NFL Betting Odds

January 2, 2010

Chicago Bears +10 -110

Green Bay Packers -10 -110

Game Total 41½

Location: Lambeau Field – Green Bay WI

Game Time: 4:15pm

TV: FOX

The fortunes of these two teams seemed to be reversed this season. Before the season started, the Packers were thought to be the favorite to come out of the NFC North and lock up a first round bye.

The Chicago Bears were supposed to be the ones fighting for their playoff lives but after the Bears made some fine-tuning to their offensive line and the Packers were decimated by injuries this is where we sit.

We’ve talked about the Packers injury woes so much it’s begun to sound like a broken record but just when you think they are dead, someone will have a huge game to resurrect their hopes.

Last week it was Aaron Rodgers, returning from his second concussion of the season, who completed 25 of 37 passes for 404 yards and threw four touchdown passes. He also gained another 26 yards on the ground with one earning a drive saving first down.

Greg Jennings made the pro-bowl after catching 1168 yards with 12 touchdown passes so far this season. He could have another big game, as the Chicago Bears will likely rest their players for most if not all of the second half.

The Bears are the type of team that not many people expected to be here. Even when they were beating the Philadelphia Eagles, people kept calling it a fluke but this team is solid.

The Bears defense is limiting opponents to a fourth best 18.4 points per game on the strength of their third best rush defense. The Bears are holding opponents to just 92.1 yards a game on the ground.

Offensively, they had their troubles early in the season but over the last five games are averaging 28 per game. That includes scoring 40 and 38 in their past two games.

The NFL playoff implications have forced the bookies hands here, the Packers aren’t 10 points better than the Bears. However if Lovie Smith rests his starts the Packers could run away with it late.

I’d lean towards the over in this game. The Bears have a great run defense but the Packers don’t run that much. They should fare well against the Bears average pass defense. Take the over 41½ points

NFL Betting Pick: Green Bay Packers/Chicago Bears Over 41½

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