NFL Preseason Week 2 Odds & Picks for Saturday: Raiders vs. Dolphins (8/20)
Let’s check out our top odds and pick for Saturday’s Week 2 NFL preseason game between the Raiders vs. Dolphins.
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NFL Preseason Week 2 Odds & Picks for Saturday: Raiders vs. Dolphins
After taking the Hall of Fame game, the Josh McDaniels era in Las Vegas is off to a 2-0 start as they'll now head to Miami to take on a 1-0 Dolphins team, also under a new regime with Mike McDaniel. While the status of Derek Carr playing this week is up in the air, backups Nick Mullens and Jarett Stidham have so far been more than adequate as the competition for the backup role has been one of the best of the preseason.
As for the Dolphins, while Tua campaigns to play, Skylar Thompson has proven to be the solidified No. 2 already. His first preseason game stat line was impressive, completing 20 of 28 for 218 yards and one touchdown.
While no lineups have been set as of yet, the Raiders could also see Davante Adams on the field for the first time. The former Packer reunites with his Fresno State teammate Carr for what should be one of the best duos in football.
Regardless, the Raiders have shown a willingness to take preseason seriously, and I think we see that shine through once again.
Bet: Raiders -1
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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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