NFL Betting Splits: Top Picks for Sunday, December 14
This NFL Week 15 offers an exciting lineup, featuring 14 games on Sunday, December 14. As the action heats up, we analyze the betting splits and key matchups that could impact the outcomes. Insights are drawn from latest data at El-Balad, offering a look at where the smart money is leaning.
NFL Betting Splits for December 14
Packers vs. Broncos
The Green Bay Packers (9-3-1) aim for their fifth consecutive win after a 28-21 victory against the Bears. They were successful covering as 6.5-point home favorites. In contrast, the Denver Broncos (11-2), fresh off a 24-17 triumph against the Raiders, currently hold a ten-game winning streak, despite failing to cover as 8.5-point road favorites.
The opening line favored Green Bay by 1.5 points on the road. However, recent movements show significant action on Denver, which has seen the line shift from +2.5 to +1.5, indicating that professional bettors favor the Broncos. At Circa, 58% of spread bets and 82% of spread dollars are supporting Denver. This disparity, known as a “low bets, higher dollars” split, reflects a substantial backing from high-stakes money toward the Broncos as the home underdog.
Panthers vs. Saints
The Carolina Panthers (7-6) are coming off an unexpected 31-28 win over the Rams as 10-point home underdogs. Meanwhile, the New Orleans Saints (3-10) snapped their losing streak by defeating the Buccaneers 24-20. This matchup opened with the Panthers as 2.5-point favorites.
Despite 80% of spread bets favoring Carolina, the line has remained static, signaling potential sharp money support for New Orleans. The Saints, receiving only 20% of the bets, present a strong contrarian play, especially with their status as a divisional dog. The matchup’s low total of 40.5 points enhances New Orleans’ value. Bettors seeking better odds might find +3 available at some sportsbooks.
Vikings vs. Cowboys
The Minnesota Vikings (5-8) recently snapped a four-game losing streak with a commanding 31-0 win over the Commanders, covering as 1.5-point favorites. In contrast, the Dallas Cowboys (6-6-1) are looking to bounce back after losing to the Lions 44-30.
Initially, Dallas was a 7.5-point favorite at home. However, with 75% of the spread bets backing the Cowboys, the line has dropped to -5.5. This decrease suggests that professional bettors are backing Minnesota, which has only received 25% of the bets yet 77% of the spread dollars at Circa. This further highlights the Vikings as a significant contrarian option in this high-profile matchup.
Conclusion
As NFL Week 15 unfolds, insights into betting splits could guide enthusiasts in making informed wagers. With exciting matchups featuring Packers, Broncos, Panthers, Saints, Vikings, and Cowboys, the betting landscape is ripe for savvy bettors looking to capitalize on market movements.
