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What should NFL bettors be aware of as the 2025 season approaches? Yahoo Sports Senior Sports Betting analyst Ben Fawkes joins hosts Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab to share his insights on the key bets around the NFL. They begin by discussing Mika Parsons’ trade demands with the Dallas Cowboys and how his potential absence might impact the weekly matchup against the Philadelphia Eagles. Next, they dive into Ben’s article where he ranks all 32 starting NFL quarterbacks based on the value of their point spreads, questioning if Aaron Rodgers’ placement signifies a decline. The conversation then shifts to analyzing some of the most talked-about win totals for the 2025 season, identifying which teams might be overrated. The episode wraps up with talks on preseason betting strategies and highlights the best bets for the upcoming NFL season. This episode is packed with valuable insights for both experienced bettors and casual fans.
Episode Breakdown:
- (2:00) Impact of Mika Parsons on Dallas in Week 1
- (11:00) Ranking NFL QBs by their point spread value
- (25:00) Discussing overrated NFL teams based on win totals
- (38:40) A potential big bet on the Raiders for the Super Bowl?
- (41:25) Why preseason bets offer good value
- (46:00) Top betting picks for the 2025 NFL season
Why did oddsmakers see Aaron Rodgers as the biggest drop-off in point spread value last year? (Photo credit: AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)
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Fan Take: This podcast is a must-listen for NFL fans who want to understand the betting landscape and how player movements or team dynamics affect game outcomes. Insights like these not only deepen fan engagement but also add an exciting analytical layer to the sport as the 2025 season heats up.
