Cowboys vs. Giants: NFL Sunday Night Football Week 1 Odds & Picks (2023)
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NFL Week 1 Odds, Picks & Predictions: Cowboys vs. Giants
Cowboys vs. Giants
There is a lot of excitement for the Giants going into Year 2 of the Brian Daboll era. They were able to sign Daniel Jones long-term, keep Saquon Barkley for at least another season, and they upgraded the passing game by trading for former Raiders tight end Darren Waller. While Waller has missed time the last couple of years due to injury, he's been one of the premier players at his position and could be one of their leading receivers. The Cowboys made some changes to their lineup, including the addition of wide receiver Brandin Cooks, but more importantly, the subtraction of longtime running back Ezekiel Elliott. While we’re not sure how this new look to the Dallas offense will go, they will still be supported by one of the best defenses from last year, as they lead the league in turnovers forced and allowed the fifth-fewest points. This game cis always heated and could be a potential defensive and low-scoring matchup.
Pick: Under 45.5 (-110)
What is Betting Against the Spread?
Betting "against the spread" refers to the act of choosing the winning team based on a numeric handicap placed on the team that oddsmakers believe is superior, rather than picking the outright winner. For example, if the Rams face the Bengals, and oddsmakers set the spread at Rams -3.5, you would need Los Angeles to win by 4 or more points in order to cash your Rams bet.
What is an Over/Under Bet?
Over/Under is a wager based on how many points you think will be scored in a specific game. Oddsmakers set the total, and bettors decide whether the final score will be higher or lower than that number. If an Over/Under is set at 44.5 points and you bet Over, you will need the combined score of both teams to be 45 points or higher to win your bet.
What is a Moneyline Bet?
A moneyline bet involves choosing which team you believe will win a specific matchup. The moneyline favorite carries a minus designation, like -130. This means that you need to wager $130 to earn a $100 profit. Conversely, the underdog carries a plus designation, like +110. This means that you win $110 in profit on a $100 bet.
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