2025 NFL Season Wagering Game

[monkeyman576]

After a horrible(-$80) Week 5 I have some serious catching up to do.

Week 6: Bankroll($445)

Philadelphia(-7.5) at NY Giants - LOSS - (Giants by 17) I feel like this could be a tossup but the Eagles are obviously the better team and more consistant, but can they beat the spread? ($5) ($440)

NY Jets(+7.5) vs. Denver - WON - (Broncos by 2) - Broncos are good but they haven't been blowing anyone out MAYBE the Jets can keep it close? ($5) ($445)

LA Chargers(-4.5) at Miami - LOSS - (Chargers by 2) - The Chargers are on the road which is always tough, but the Dolphins lost against the hapless Panthers($10). ($435)

Dallas(-3.5) at Carolina - LOSS - (Panthers by 3) Carolina is looking a little better than last year but Dallas is looking like they could be NFC East champions after their surprise tie against Green Bay. ($10) ($425)

New England(-3.5) at New Orleans - WON - (Patriots by 6) - The Patriots have to avoid a big letdown loss after a huge Bills win. The Saints finally showed signs of life against the Giants. ($40) ($465)

Indianapolis(-6.5) vs. Arizona - LOSS - (Colts by 4) Indianapolis is surprising people. The Cardinals blew a big one agianst the Titans. Could the Cardinals keep it close with a more self aware 4th quarter? I doubt it.($10) ($455)

Jacksonville(-1.5) vs. Seattle - LOSS - (Seahawks by 8) Jacksonville comes of a big MNF win against Chiefs. Seahawks injury riddled defence was exposed against Bucs. ($5) ($445)

LA Rams(-7.5) at Baltimore - WON - (Rams by 14) This all hinges on LaMar Jackson's health. I reserve the right to change this pick later on($5) ($450)

Pittsburgh(-4.5) vs. Cleveland - WON - (Steelers by 14) - Pittsburgh coming off a big win against Minnesota, but Cleveland does have that big Packers upset($5) ($455)

Tennessee(+4.5) at Las Vegas - LOSS - (Raiders by 10) - The Titans had a big win against the Bengals. The Raiders look pretty hapless overall ($10) ($445)

Tampa Bay(-2.5) vs. San Francisco - WON - (Bucs by 8)Winning two consecutive road games against good teams(they beat the Rams last week) is a tough ask for the 49ers without their starter, Purdy. The Bucs beat a good Seahawks team.($5) ($450)

Cincinatti(+14.5) at Green Bay - WON - (Packers by 9) I'm not saying the Bengals will win outright, but this is a huge spread and dogs have done well the past few weeks, and the Packers haven't won since week 2. ($40) ($490)

Buffalo(-3.5) at Atlanta - LOSS - (Falcons by 10) - There are scenarios where the Falcons can keep this close(the Bills defence is suspect), but more often than not I see the Bills winning comfortably. ($5) ($485)

Washington(-4.5) vs. Chicago - LOSS - (Bears by 1) - Things can go either way for the Jekyll and Hyde Commanders(they beat a good Chargers team but lost against an ok Falcons team the week before) but I don't know if the Bears can keep it close under the monday night lights. ($5)($480)

Total Bet = $160

[monkeyman576]

Won my two big picks of the week, New England over New Orleans and Cincinnati to cover against Green Bay, so that puts me closer to my starting point with two games left to play.

[monkeyman576]

Up $35 on the week so better than losing money. I'm feeling like gambling this week. I'm seeing some big spreads and I have been seeing dogs keeping things close or winning a lot this year.

Week 7 Bankroll: $485

Pittsburgh(-5.5) at Cincinnati - LOSS - (Bengals by 2) Pittsburgh is starting to look like they are a decent team. It is a road game so this is a bit of a gamble, even against abysmal Cincinnati. ($10) ($475)

LA Rams(-2.5) at Jacksonville - WON - (Rams by 28) The Jaguars are looking to improve after their loss to Seattle. The small spread makes me look towards the underrated Rams. ($10) ($485)

Tennessee(+6.5)_vs. New England - LOSS - (Patriots by 18) Not that I don't think the Pats should win this, but this is a big spread and the Pats and Titans have both played things pretty close much of the time. ($5) ($480)

Las Vegas(+10.5) at Kansas City - LOSS - (Chiefs by 31) - The Chiefs have only posted back to back dominating wins once. It's like they want to be good but aren't. ($5) ($475)

Cleveland(-2.5) vs. Miami - WON - (Browns by 25) - This is basically a coin flip I don't think either team wants to win this one. ($5) ($480)

Carolina(-1.5) at NY Jets - WON - (Panthers by 7 ) - The Jets are playing for the #1 pick at this point, this spread should probably be bigger($10) ($490)

Chicago(-5.5) vs. New Orleans - WON - (Bears by 12) The spread gives me pause but Caleb Williams is showing signs of growth and the Bears have won 3 straight. ($5) ($495)

Philadelphia(-1.5) at Minnesota - WON - (Eagles by 6) -I agonzied over this one since the Eagles have lost two straight but it's gotta end sometime one would think($5) ($500)

LA Chargers(-1.5) vs. Indianapolis - LOSS - (Colts by 14) - The Colts are a surprise team so far but 4 of their 5 wins have come against Miami, Tennessee, Las Vegas, and Arizona, not exactly the cream of the crop. ($20) ($480)

NY Giants(+6.5) at Denver - WON - (Broncos by 1) The Giants upset the Eagles last week I think they can at least keep it close in Denver if not win outright. ($40) ($520)

Arizona(+6.5) at Green Bay - WON - (Packers by 4) The Cardinals may not be winning lately but they have been keeping the games close, the Packers have been underwhelming in their last 3 games. ($40) ($560)

Dallas(+2.5) vs. Washington - WON - (Cowboys by 22) - Both teams have been pretty up and down so far, this could really be a coin flip, I'll go with the home Cowboys. ($5) ($565)

Atlanta(+2.5) at San Francisco - LOSS - (49ers by 10) The 49ers have lost 2 out of 3, the Falcons have won 2 in a row. The 49ers are in the tougher division though. ($5) ($560)

Tampa Bay(+5.5) at Detroit - LOSS - (Lions by 15) The Bucs are one of the most underrated teams and it shows in this spread. ($20) ($540)

Seattle(-3.5) vs. Houston - WON - (Seahawks by 8) Even though the Seahawks are flipping the script and doing better away from home than in Seattle this year, since this is a MNF game where the Seahawks historically do well I think the Hawks win big here. ($50) ($590)

After Week 7 Bankroll: $590 Week 6-Week 7 Difference: +$90

[monkeyman576]

Up $15 and 5-3 in early Week 7 games.

[monkeyman576]

Won two huge $40 bets, (Cardinals and Giants) now I just need the Seahawks to win by 4 on Monday Night.

[monkeyman576]

Had a big week 7 after a down week 6, let's keep the momentum up!

Week 8 Bankroll: $590

LA Chargers(-2.5) vs. Minnesota - WON - (Chargers by 27) Two average teams here, will go with the home team. ($5) ($595)

NY Jets(+6.5) at Cincinatti - WON - (Jets by 1) - Always loathe to bet on the Jets but they have played the last two games relatively close and the Bengals are not a great team. ($5) ($600)

Chicago(+6.5) at Baltimore - LOST - (Ravens by 14) - Lamar Jackson still appears to be out. ($5) ($595)

Atlanta(-7.5) vs. Miami - LOST - (Dolphins by 24) Miami is pretty bad, spread should probably be higher. ($20) ($575)

Carolina(+7.5) vs. Buffalo - LOST - (Bills by 31) - Buffalo has lost two in a row, Carolina has won 3 in a row, and it's at Carolina. Buffalo has Josh Allen, but he can only do so much. ($5) ($570)

San Francisco(-1.5) at Houston - LOST - (Texans by 11) The Seahawks were able to handle the Texans, the 49ers should also be able to I think. ($5) ($565)

NY Giants(+7.5) at Philadelphia - LOST - (Eagles by 18) - The defending super bowl champions have not blown anyone out all season. ($40) ($525)

New England(-7.5) vs. Cleveland - WON - (Patriots by 19) - The surprising Patriots have actually been blowing some teams out. ($10) ($535)

Tampa Bay(-5.5) at New Orleans - WON - (Bucs by 20) - I don't see the Saints hanging with the Bucs here. The Bucs will want revenge after losing to Detroit on MNF. ($40) ($575)

Indianapolis(-14.5) vs. Tennessee - WON - (Colts by 24) One of the best teams right now against one of the worst, at home. ($40) ($615)

Denver(-3.5) vs. Dallas - WON - (Broncos by 20) - The Cowboys are struggling on the road so far. ($5) ($620)

Pittsburgh(+3.5) vs. Green Bay - LOSS - (Green Bay by 10) - I'm thinking this will be a close game, two above average teams. ($5) ($615)

Kansas City(-10.5) vs. Washington - WON - (Kansas City by 21) - The Chiefs should be able to pick apart a below average Commanders defence. ($20) - $635

Total Bet: $205

[monkeyman576]

Net +/- for Week 8 - +$45

Week 9 Bankroll: $635

Balitmore(-7.5) at Miami - WON - (Ravens by 22) Ravens seem to be recovering after a poor start. Miami still in the running for #1 pick. ($10) ($645)

LA Chargers(-9.5) at Tennessee - LOSS - (Chargers by 7) - Chargers get a blowout win after several underwhelming games. Tennessee has been blown out 3 games in a row. ($40) ($605)

NY Giants(+2.5) vs. San Francisco - LOSS - (49ers by 10) - Both teams have been very up and down, not a lot of confidence in either team($5) ($600)

New England(-5.5) vs. Atlanta - LOSS - (Patriots by 1) - Falcons could conceivably hang with the Patriots but player for player I feel the Patriots are obviously superior. ($10) ($590)

Green Bay(-12.5) vs. Carolina - LOSS - (Panthers by 3) - The Packers played very well against Pittsburgh but the spread might be tough to cover($5) ($585)

Detroit(-8.5) vs. Minnesota - LOSS - (Vikings by 3) Detroit has won 5 out of 6, Minnesota has lost two straight($20) ($565)

Indianapolis(-3.5) at Pittsburgh - LOSS - (Steelers by 7) - The Colts aren't flashy but they are consistantly good at the line of scrimmage and I don't see that changing here. ($40) ($525)

Denver(+1.5) at Houston - WON - (Broncos by 3) - Broncos have won 5 straight, I don't see betting against them here. ($50) ($575)

Chicago(-2.5) at Cincinnati - WON - (Chicago by 5) - This is a toughy, Williams has not been super and Cincinnati has a decent offence but is pretty bad on defence($5) ($580)

LA Rams(-13.5) at New Orleans - WON - (Rams by 24) - As long as the starters don't get taken out the Rams should cover. ($40) $620

Kansas City(+1.5) at Buffalo - LOSS - (Bills by 7) AFC Championship preview? Not gonna bet against Mahomes. ($5) $615

Jacksonville(-3.5) at LA Raiders - LOSS - (Jaguars by 1) - Jaguars should be able to handle this I think. ($20) ($595)

Seattle(-3.5) at Washington - WON - (Seahawks by 24) - Seahawks are possibly the most underrated team in football right now($50) ($645)

Arizona(+2.5) at Dallas - WON - (Cardinals by 10) - Dallas is at home but their defence is decimated. ($5) ($650)

Total Bet Week 9: $275

[monkeyman576]

A poor start to Week 9 is made a little better by Denvers comeback win against Houston.

[monkeyman576]

Got a big sunday night football win to bring my day close to even.

[monkeyman576]

Net +/- Week 9: +$15

Week 10 Bankroll: $650

Las Vegas(+9.5) at Denver - WON - (Broncos by 3) - Denver continued their tendancy of playing close games despite being on a major win streak against Houston($10) ($660)

Atlanta(+5.5) at Indianapolis - Indianapolis came to earth against Pittsburgh, Atlanta almost came away with a win against New England. ($10)

Cleveland(+2.5) at NY Jets - Two struggling offenses, I'll go with the team with the better record.($5)

Jacksonville(+1.5) at Houston - I have been impressed by Houston's recent defensive effort, but I question if they can win without CJ Stroud.($5)

Buffalo(-8.5) at Miami - Miami seems to be trading away players before the trade deadline, so I could see the spread increasing if more trades are made. Buffalo's underperforming as favorites gives me pause though. ($50)

Tampa Bay(-2.5) vs. New England - New England is a cinderella story but the Bucs have only given up 9 points in their last two games and are coming off a bye week. ($30)

Chicago(-3.5) vs. NY Giants - Albeit agianst tough competition, the Giants have lost 3 straight, meanwhile the Bears have won 5 out of 6. ($30)

Baltimore(-4.5) at Minnesota - Baltimore is already in playoff mode with 5 losses and LaMar Jackson returning from injury. ($20)

Carolina(-5.5) vs. New Orleans - The Saints defense is one of the worst in the league. ($50)

Seattle(-6.5) vs. Arizona - Seattle is starting to look like a possible Super Bowl contendor. ($50)

Detroit(-8.5) at Washington - Jayden Daniels injury struggles could be the primary factor here. ($5)

LA Rams(+3.5) at San Francisco - Not that I don't think the 49ers won't win, I just think the Rams will cover($5)

Pittsburgh(+3.5) at LA Chargers - Steelers coming off a statement win over the Colts. ($5)

Philadelphia(+2.5) at Green Bay - The Packers being upset by Carolina is concerning ($5)

Total Bet - $280