The NFL season kicks off today, what are punters backing?
The 2024 NFL season kicks off on Thursday 5th September, with the defending Super Bowl champions, the Kansas City Chiefs hosting the Baltimore Ravens in a thrilling AFC title rematch.
This highly anticipated game will start at 1:20 a.m. BST setting the stage for another exciting NFL season.
Bettors have been busy making predictions already as they look ahead to markets such as the Super Bowl winner, Regular Season MVP, AFC winner and NFC winner.
Let's take a look at some of the most popular picks before this season gets underway.
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NFL Predictions
Here is a look at some of the most popular NFL markets on oddschecker in the past seven days.
Super Bowl Winner Predictions
| Team | Percentage of Bets (%) |
|---|---|
| Kansas City Chiefs | 20.96% |
| San Francisco 49ers | 9.58% |
| Detroit Lions | 7.78% |
| Green Bay Packers | 6.29% |
| Baltimore Ravens | 5.99% |
The Kansas City Chiefs are the most popular Super Bowl winner bet made through oddschecker in the last seven days.
Led by MVP quarterback Patrick Mahomes and coached by the experienced Andy Reid, the Chiefs are going for the three-peat.
With their recent track record of success, including two Super Bowl appearances in the last four years, they are well-positioned to make another deep playoff run.
They are 6/1 at LiveScoreBet to lift the coveted Lombardi trophy.
Regular Season MVP Predictions
| MVP Candidate | Percentage of Bets |
|---|---|
| Jordan Love | 12.90% |
| Lamar Jackson | 11.29% |
| C.J. Stroud | 9.68% |
| Jalen Hurts | 9.68% |
| Dak Prescott | 8.06% |
| Josh Allen | 8.06% |
| Joe Burrow | 6.45% |
Jordan Love, Lamar Jackson, and C.J. Stroud are the top three popular MVP bets heading into the season.
Love, with odds of 14/1 with various bookmakers, is gaining attention after a solid 2023 and a lucrative extension, suggesting a strong follow-up could solidify his MVP case.
Jackson, at 17/1 with Betfair, is coming off a career-best season and a recent MVP win, with high hopes for another standout performance.
Stroud, the rookie sensation with odds of 13/1 with Betfair, is bolstered by the addition of Stefon Diggs and a promising second year, making him a compelling contender for the award.
AFC Winner Predictions
| Team | Percentage of Bets |
|---|---|
| Buffalo Bills | 18.75% |
| Kansas City Chiefs | 15.63% |
| New York Jets | 15.63% |
| Cincinnati Bengals | 12.50% |
| Baltimore Ravens | 9.38% |
The AFC has been dominated by Kansas City Chiefs in recent times with four of the last five years being won by the Chiefs.
Bettors, however, think that there could be an upset this year as the Buffalo Bills are the most backed side via oddschecker in the past seven days to win the AFC with 19% of total bets.
The Bills are currently a best price of 9/1 with Paddy Power to win with Kansas City Chiefs the favourites at 10/3.
NFC Winner Predictions
| Team | Percentage of Bets |
|---|---|
| Philadelphia Eagles | 30% |
| San Francisco 49ers | 26% |
| Detroit Lions | 12% |
| Green Bay Packers | 12% |
| Arizona Cardinals | 4% |
The San Francisco 49ers are favorites to win the NFC at 3/1 (Ladbrokes), boasting a strong roster with Brock Purdy and Christian McCaffrey leading a potent offence and a formidable defence. Their pre-season performance and favourable early schedule boost their Super Bowl aspirations.
However, the Philadelphia Eagles are the most popular bet, currently also priced at 13/2 with Betway.
Despite a rocky preseason, the Eagles' potential for a bounce-back season with Jalen Hurts at quarterback and their high-profile talent drive significant interest.
The Eagles look to return to the Super Bowl stage after their 2023 defeat to the Chiefs.
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