Finding Value With NFL Futures
New Orleans Saints 16.5-1 to 25-1The Saints are another of the teams in the NFC that have potential to pull a few surprises. If the defense steps up a notch, the Saints have a good enough offense to make a playoff run. Intertops is where you'll find the 25-1 odds.
New York Giants 14-1 to 22.5-1
The Giants aren't given a great chance of repeating as Super Bowl champions, but they are certainly one of the favorites in the NFC. It's difficult to repeat and things certainly fell the right way for New York last year. Olympic is where you'll find the 22.5-1 odds.
New York Jets 35-1 to 105.5-1
The New York Jets hold the distinction of having the largest difference in odds of any team, being a paltry 35-1 at one sportsbook and a lofty 105.5-1 at Olympic.
Oakland Raiders 50-1 to 100-1
The Raiders are another team with a large gap in odds. Those wishing to back the Raiders should look to Intertops and the 100-1 odds being offered.
Philadelphia Eagles 20-1 to 25-1
The Eagles are another one of the NFC teams that have the potential for a deep playoff run, but it's a matter of how things fall into place for them. Intertops is where you'll find the 25-1 odds.
Pittsburgh Steelers 14-1 to 25-1
There is a bit of a price range on the Steelers, who are just a few years removed from winning the Super Bowl. Pittsburgh is one of those teams who can beat anybody on a given day. Bodog and Intertops each have Pittsburgh at 25-1.
San Diego Chargers 7-1 to 8-1
The Chargers are seen as one of the three main contenders from the AFC, with New Egland and the Colts the other two. San Diego does have the luxury of playing in a relatively week division, which should guarantee a solid playoff seed. Bodog is where you'll find 8-1.
San Francisco 49ers 52.5-1 to 80-1
The 49ers made some improvements last season, but still have plenty of question marks heading into the new season. Sportsbook and Intertops both have San Francisco at 80-1.
Seattle 25-1 to 35.5-1
The Seahawks are another team that has the advantage of playing a relatively week division, which should be enough to get them into the playoffs. That's the first step towards the Super Bowl, which is one reason the odds are somewhat low for Seattle. Olympic is the place to get the 35.5-1.
St. Louis Rams 60.5-1 to 80-1
Defense has never been a strong suit for the Rams, even when St. Louis was a Super Bowl contender, but this unit was just horrendous last year. The Rams have some offensive talent, but giving up 438 points isn't going to get the job done. Intertops has the Rams at 80-1.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers 35-1 to 52.5-1
Tampa Bay quietly allowed fewer points than any other team in the NFC last season and figure to be strong defensively once again. Olympic is where you'll find the 52.5-1 odds.
Tennessee Titans 35-1 to 42.5-1
The Titans will need Vince Young to play up to his potential to be considered a serious Super Bowl threat. While Young improved in some areas last year, his interceptions were up and his touchdowns were down. That's never a good thing for your quarterback. Olympic has the 42.5-1 odds.
Washington Redskins 35-1 to 52.5-1
Washington was a bit of a disappointment last year, despite making the playoffs, as the team has the talent to do better. It will be interesting to see how Washington responds to new head coach Jim Zorn. Olympic is where you'll find the 52.5-1 odds.
Remember, these are the odds at just the four listed sportsbooks. If you can mange the time, don't be afraid to shop for lines at other places. As the old sports gambling adage goes, "What you save is what you earn."
