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NFL Picks Against the Spread: Preseason Week 1, 2011


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Baltimore Ravens (0-0) at Philadelphia Eagles (0-0)
Line: Eagles by 3.
Thursday, 7:30 ET

The Game. Edge: None.
Outcomes of preseason games rarely have anything to do with the talent on the respective teams, since the majority of the games are played by second-, third- and fourth-stringers.

Some coaches care about winning preseason games, while others do not. Thus, betting on coaches with great preseason records is an easy way to make money.

Here are recent NFL Betting Trends: Preseason Records for every coach in the NFL.

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John Harbaugh has the record advantage over Andy Reid, especially in Week 1 of preseason tilts. Harbaugh has never lost, while Reid is just 5-8. I went against the Eagles last year in Week 1, and came away with $300, as Jacksonville covered as three-point dogs.

MAJOR UPDATE: I'm going to scale back the Ravens pick and remove the Dolphins selection because of this article. This isn't a normal preseason, so I'd advise caution.


The Psychology. Edge: None.
No psychological edge found.


The Vegas. Edge: .
Vegas trends will be posted in the regular season.
  • Percentage of money on Team: X% (Y bets)


    The Trends. Edge: Ravens.
  • John Harbaugh is 8-4 in preseason games.
  • John Harbaugh is 3-0 in Preseason Week 1 games.
  • Andy Reid is 18-30 in preseason games.
  • Andy Reid is 5-8 in Preseason Week 1 games.


    Preseason Week 1 NFL Pick: Ravens 17, Eagles 13
    Ravens +3 (3 Units) -- Incorrect; -$330
    Eagles 13, Ravens 6




    Miami Dolphins (0-0) at Atlanta Falcons (0-0)
    Line: Falcons by 2.
    Friday, 7:30 ET

    The Game. Edge: None.
    Outcomes of preseason games rarely have anything to do with the talent on the respective teams, since the majority of the games are played by second-, third- and fourth-stringers.

    Some coaches care about winning preseason games, while others do not. Thus, betting on coaches with great preseason records is an easy way to make money.

    Here are recent NFL Betting Trends: Preseason Records for every coach in the NFL.

    ***

    Tony Sparano loves winning in the preseason. Mike Smith doesn't appear to care unless it's Week 3.

    MAJOR UPDATE: I'm going to scale back the Ravens pick and remove the Dolphins selection because of this article. This isn't a normal preseason, so I'd advise caution.


    The Psychology. Edge: None.
    No psychological edge found.


    The Vegas. Edge: .
    Vegas trends will be posted in the regular season.
  • Percentage of money on Team: X% (Y bets)


    The Trends. Edge: Dolphins.
  • Mike Smith is 6-6 in preseason games.
  • Mike Smith is 1-2 in Preseason Week 1 games.
  • Tony Sparano is 9-3 in preseason games.
  • Tony Sparano is 2-1 in Preseason Week 1 games.


    Preseason Week 1 NFL Pick: Dolphins 20, Falcons 19
    Dolphins +2 (0 Units) -- Correct; $0
    Dolphins 28, Falcons 23





    New York Jets (0-0) at Houston Texans (0-0)
    Line: Texans by 2.5.
    Monday, 8:00 ET

    The Game. Edge: None.
    Outcomes of preseason games rarely have anything to do with the talent on the respective teams, since the majority of the games are played by second-, third- and fourth-stringers.

    Some coaches care about winning preseason games, while others do not. Thus, betting on coaches with great preseason records is an easy way to make money.

    Here are recent NFL Betting Trends: Preseason Records for every coach in the NFL.

    ***

    Rex Ryan had a big matchup against the Giants last year in Week 1 of the preseason, yet he lost 31-16. Ryan is 0-2 in Week 1 preseason tilts, while Gary Kubiak is a solid 3-2.


    The Psychology. Edge: None.
    No psychological edge found.


    The Vegas. Edge: .
    Vegas trends will be posted in the regular season.
  • Percentage of money on Team: X% (Y bets)


    The Trends. Edge: Texans.
  • Rex Ryan is 4-4 in preseason games.
  • Rex Ryan is 0-2 in Preseason Week 1 games.
  • Gary Kubiak is 10-10 in preseason games.
  • Gary Kubiak is 3-2 in Preseason Week 1 games.


    Preseason Week 1 NFL Pick: Texans 23, Jets 17
    Texans -2.5 (0.5 Units) -- Correct; +$50
    Texans 20, Jets 16


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    ScotteW 12-26-2011 07:48 pm xxx.xxx.xxx9.12 (total posts: 10)
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    Steve love your picks. I took Missouri minus the points and should have put something on the over.

    Love the NBA picks. Not sure about SA but took the under.


    And there isn't a team that will shut down the Saints at home. Falcons do not have a chance in the Dome.
    psych1c 12-26-2011 07:32 pm xxx.xxx.xxx8.35 (total posts: 2)
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    http://www.covers.com/postingforum/post01/showmessage.aspx?spt=33&sub=101218234

    copy paste that link to view full write up on NCAAF match up NC vs Mizz..maybe bring some perspective on things
    STEVE 12-26-2011 07:32 pm xxx.xxx.xxx5.72 (total posts: 1)
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    Missouri is working NC in this bowl game! Wish I had more on them.

    I like Saints tonight and bought a half point to get it to -6.5. Would not be surprised by a double digit Saints win though.

    I don't know if anybody lays anything down on NBA but thought I would share my plays tonight.

    Chicago -6.5 - D Rose and company will roll with a double digit win.

    Chicago/Golden State Under - Bulls Defense shuts Warriors offense down probably under 85 points.

    Lakers -2.5 - will bounce back with cover after tough loss to Chicago last night.

    OKLA City -5

    other picks but staying away from them...
    Nets +3.5
    Bucks -4
    Magic -6
    Raptors +2
    Mavs -4.5
    Spurs -5
    Hornets +6.5
    Trail Blazers -5

    Good luck to everyone tonight. God have mercy on those that took the Falcons:)

    chuckster 12-26-2011 07:09 pm xxx.xxx.xxx.200 (total posts: 182)
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    @Mike: Wait to see if Falcons go to 7.5, then you could have Atlanta +21.5 thus getting the hook. ........ LOl. Mike if you believe, the Falcons worst case, lose by say 14, then ya you should jump on it. BTW.. only half kidding about waiting on the spread, I don't know about your "house" but mine counts a tie as a loss in 10, 13, and 14 point teasers. I've had Saints locked in since last Wednesday, as soon as I saw them at -6.5, I knew I could get the Saints plus "the hook". What ever you decide good luck.
    @ Nubie1 12-26-2011 07:08 pm xxx.xxx.xxx.166 (total posts: 6)
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    Thanks!

    I didn't mean to steal your name. New to the board and didn't know what to use. I'll think of something.

    For some reason I like the Saints tonight -6.5. Playing at home and they are on a roll. The falcons have killed me all year,when I've picked them so hopefully it dosn't happen tonight
    Mike 12-26-2011 06:13 pm xxx.xxx.xxx7.96 (total posts: 1)
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    Take the Falcons +21- chuckster!?!
    Newbie 12-26-2011 05:59 pm xxx.xxx.xxx4.55 (total posts: 1)
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    I see there is another "Newbie" other than me. Maybe I should change my SN since I've been here for about 3 months now.

    @Newbie below: Gater will post his picks here on the 27th, after things settle down from Christmas.
    chuckster 12-26-2011 05:38 pm xxx.xxx.xxx.200 (total posts: 182)
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    Need one more team to cover to get my 14 point 5 team teaser win. I've got Saints teased to +7.5 tonight. I hope history continues to repeat itself and this game is decided by 6 points or less either way. Good luck to all tonight.
    Devang 12-26-2011 05:29 pm xxx.xxx.xxx7.82 (total posts: 193)
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    Actually Blair states more reasoning than that talking about Brees breaking Dan Marino record, and doesn't even talk about the second seed in NFC! Learn how to read dummy!
    Roll Tide 12-26-2011 05:29 pm xxx.xxx.xxx1.36 (total posts: 7)
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    @ johnny mac
    He missed all the over/under plays on the late games too except Dallas, Romo went out the game went under. After this nightmare of a beginning, I fought back so I can not complain too much. Would be nice to spank "the man" one more time and call it a year. NO is great, I think they will take it all this year and Atlanta does play them tough while Roddy and Jones have been lighting it up, definately playing the over and hope like hell Atlanta covers. ROLL TIDE!!
    Steve 12-26-2011 05:25 pm xxx.xxx.xxx7.82 (total posts: 193)
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    Check out www.BlairHattonPicks.com for the winning tease for tonight's games!
    Newbie 12-26-2011 05:21 pm xxx.xxx.xxx.166 (total posts: 6)
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    I see alot of people like Gators picks. Where does he post his picks when he picks?
    Bear 12-26-2011 04:28 pm xxx.xxx.xxx.235 (total posts: 3)
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    lol, just checked out that steve guy's website. he says to take the saints tonight (in the link labeled 12/26 tease). for his reasoning, he explains the saints can clinch the second seed and a first round bye in the nfc tonight.

    what. an. idiot.
    ScotteW 12-26-2011 04:05 pm xxx.xxx.xxx9.12 (total posts: 10)
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    NO - 40
    Atl- 24
    Flyers 1 12-26-2011 03:54 pm xxx.xxx.xxx.130 (total posts: 49)
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    Last Monday Night Game of the season should be an exciting one between these two division rivals.

    New Orleans 28
    Atlanta 24


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    My Team-by-Team ATS Record
    This section shows how well I do when picking each team this year. The purpose is to see how well I read each team. Pushes are not displayed. Winning/losing streak in parentheses.

    Cowboys: 8-8 (W2)
    Bears: 6-10 (L1)
    Bucs: 8-7 (L1)
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    Divisional: 42-50 (2011: 48-43)
    2x Game Edge: 20-18 (2011: 21-22)
    2x Psych Edge: 28-31 (2011: 29-23)
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