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The NFL was founded all the way back in 1920 in Canton, Ohio, and that is where the Hall of Fame is located to this day. There were only a handful of teams in the league when it first started, but it didn’t take long for the league to grow.

There are now 32 teams in the NFL, and the league is broken up into two conferences and eight total divisions. Since the league just continues to be more and more popular, the league has added an extra regular season game for each team to play in.

NFL teams now play 17 total regular season games, and then the top seven teams in each conference advance to the postseason. The NFL regular season begins in September, and the Super Bowl is now played during the month of February.

When it comes to the NFL, the Super Bowl is the event that draws the most betting attention. This league isn’t going away anytime soon, and it’s actually started to become more of an international competition.

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<p>The Eagles are favored at -174 on the money line as they host Washington at 8:15 ET on Thursday, November 14th. The Eagles are favored by -3.5 in this week 11 matchup, with the over/under line set at 48.5 points. The game is being televised on AMZN.</p><h3>WASHINGTON COMMANDERS VS PHILADELPHIA EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Washington Commanders +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Lincoln Financial Field at 8:15 ET on Thursday, November 14th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WASHINGTON COMMANDERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Eagles winning this one by a score of 26 to 23</li><li>Even though we like the Eagles to win, our ATS pick is to take the Commanders at +3.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 48.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Commanders Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>Washington enters week 11 with a 7-3 record, placing them 9th in our power rankings and giving them an 89.5% chance of making the playoffs. They are 2-0 in the NFC East, including a win over the Giants in week 9, but couldn’t follow that up with a victory in week 10, losing 28-27 to the Steelers. The Commanders were 1.5-point favorites in that game.</p> <p>Washington is 7-2-1 against the spread, with a +7.3 scoring margin. They are 5-1 ATS as favorites and 2-1-1 as underdogs. Their O/U record is 7-3, with the over hitting in their last two games. Their matchups have averaged 50.7 points per game, compared to an average line of 46.</p><p>Jayden Daniels’ passer rating has dropped in each of his last three games, going from 128 in week 9 to 68 in week 10, where he threw for 202 yards on 17/34 passing without a touchdown. Terry McLaurin led the team with 113 receiving yards on 5 catches, while Austin Ekeler had 44 rushing yards and 2 touchdowns on 13 carries. Washington scored all 28 of their points in the first three quarters against the Steelers, failing to score in the 4th.</p> <p>Heading into week 11, the Commanders rank 2nd in our offensive power rankings. They are 3rd in the NFL in points per game (29) and 4th in yards per game (377), with a focus on the run game, averaging 31.5 rushing attempts per game. Despite leading the league in red zone attempts, they rank 28th in red zone conversion percentage at 9.1%.</p><p>In their most recent game, Washington's defense gave up just 172 passing yards on 14 completions to the Steelers. However, they did allow three passing touchdowns, as Pittsburgh pulled out a 28-27 win. Washington struggled against the run, allowing 140 yards on 43 attempts, but they did force one interception and held Pittsburgh to a 48.3% completion rate.<p></p>Washington's defense also recorded three sacks and held Pittsburgh to a 43.8% third-down conversion rate. Despite their efforts, the Commanders gave up three passing touchdowns and allowed the Steelers to come back and win 28-27.</p><h3>Are The Eagles Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>With five straight wins, the Eagles now sit at 7-2, putting them first in the NFC East and second in the conference. Their streak includes a 28-point win over the Cowboys in week 10, a 5-point victory over the Jaguars in week 9, and a 20-point road win over the Bengals in week 8. Philadelphia also picked up wins over the Giants in week 7 and the Browns in week 6.</p> <p></p><p>Heading into week 11, the Eagles have a 63.4% chance of winning the division and a 95.3% chance of making the playoffs. They rank 7th in our NFL power rankings and have an average scoring margin of +8 points per game. Against the spread, Philadelphia is 5-4, including a 3-4 record as the favorite and a 2-0 mark as the underdog.</p><p>Philadelphia's offense has been leaning heavily on the run game this season, leading the NFL with 36 rushing attempts per game and ranking 2nd in rushing yards with 176.1 per game. Saquon Barkley rushed for 66 yards on 14 carries in week 10 after posting 159 yards on 27 carries in week 9. The Eagles are 20th in passing yards, averaging 197.8 per game, despite ranking 31st in pass attempts. Jalen Hurts threw for 202 yards and 2 touchdowns in week 10, following his 230-yard, 2-touchdown performance in week 9.</p> <p>Philadelphia ranks 6th in the NFL in both points per game (25.9) and total yards (373.9). They are 14th in 3rd-down conversions, with a 39.2% success rate, and 26th in red zone conversion percentage. The Eagles have struggled in the 1st quarter, ranking 28th in scoring. Heading into week 11, they are 8th in our offensive power rankings.</p><p>In their 34-6 win over the Cowboys, the Eagles' defense was outstanding, giving up just 49 yards passing and forcing one interception. Dallas managed only 97 yards rushing on 24 attempts, averaging exactly 4.0 yards per attempt. The Eagles defended the run well, and Dallas couldn't get anything going through the air, finishing with a 58.6% completion rate and going just 3-of-14 on third down.<p></p>Philadelphia's defense also came away with three sacks in the game and completely shut down the Cowboys' passing game, not allowing a single touchdown.</p>

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<p>Planning on watching today's Terrapins and Wildcats game? Catch the action at Welsh-Ryan Arena in Evanston, IL, as the Wildcats hosts this showdown at 9:00 ET on BTN. Maryland is favored by -1.5 in this Big Ten conference contest against Northwestern. The game's over/under currently sits at 142.5 points.</p><h3>MARYLAND TERRAPINS VS NORTHWESTERN WILDCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Northwestern Wildcats +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Welsh-Ryan Arena at 9:00 ET on Thursday, January 16th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTHWESTERN WILDCATS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Wildcats.</li><li>Not only will Northwestern pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Terrapins Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><p>Maryland improved to 13-4 on the season with a 77-71 win over Minnesota on Monday. The Terrapins were -15 favorites at home, but the Golden Gophers kept it closer than expected. The total points for the game reached 148, surpassing the O/U line of 138.5.</p> <p>Maryland trailed 35-32 at halftime but turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring Minnesota 45-36 to secure the win.</p><p>Maryland put up 77 points in their last game, shooting 47.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 52.7%. They hit 55.6% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 31.6% of their threes (6/19). At the free-throw line, they were solid, hitting 79.2% (19/24).</p> <p>Derik Queen led the way with 27 points, shooting 66.7% (10/15) and grabbing 7 rebounds. Rodney Rice and Dawson Garcia each added 21 points, with Garcia hitting 2 of 3 from deep. Ja'Kobi Gillespie, Lu'Cye Patterson, and Isaac Asuma all contributed 15 points, with Gillespie dishing out a team-high 7 assists.</p><p>Maryland's defense gave up 71 points, with their opponents shooting 47% from the field. Inside the arc, they allowed 20 two-point baskets on 36 attempts, a 55% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Maryland's defense held their opponents to 6 made threes on 19 attempts, a 31% success rate. They also sent their opponents to the line 24 times, where they made 19 free throws, shooting 79%. Maryland gave up 6 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will Northwestern Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><p>Northwestern fell to 10-6 on the season after a 78-68 home loss to Michigan State on Sunday. The Wildcats entered the game as +2 underdogs and did not cover the spread. The total points for the game were 146, surpassing the O/U line of 138.5.</p> <p>Northwestern struggled in the first half, trailing 47-28 at the break. They improved in the second half, outscoring the Spartans 40-31, but it wasn’t enough to complete the comeback.</p><p>Northwestern's offense struggled from the field in their last game, shooting just 35.6% overall and 20% from three-point range, hitting 5 of 25 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 40.7%, but they managed to score 68 points, thanks in part to 21 made free throws on 27 attempts, good for 77.8%.</p> <p>Nick Martinelli led the way with 27 points, shooting 44.4% from the field and 33.3% from beyond the arc. Jalen Leach added 17 points and 5 rebounds, while Jeremy Fears Jr. contributed 12 points and 8 assists, hitting 4 of 5 shots, including his only three-point attempt.</p><p>Despite Northwestern's strong defensive effort, they allowed 78 points in their previous game. The Wildcats held their opponent to just 35% shooting from the field, including 20% from beyond the arc, where they made only 5 of 25 three-point attempts.</p> <p>Northwestern sent their opponent to the free-throw line 27 times, where they converted 21 free throws for 77%. The Wildcats also gave up 14 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

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<p>Planning on watching today's Bearkats and Owls game? Catch the action at KSU Convocation Center in Kennesaw, GA, as the Owls hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. Sam Houston come into this Conference USA conference matchup as the -2 favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 162 points.</p><h3>SAM HOUSTON BEARKATS VS KENNESAW STATE OWLS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Kennesaw State Owls +2</p><p>This game will be played at KSU Convocation Center at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 16th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE KENNESAW STATE OWLS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 80-66 in favor of the Owls.</li><li>Not only will Kennesaw State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 162 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Are Sam Houston Ready for a Road Win?</h3><p>Sam Houston improved to 5-9 on the season with an 81-74 win over FIU on Saturday. The Bearkats were -8.5 favorites at home but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game hit 155, going over the pre-game O/U line of 152.5.</p> <p>Sam Houston led 36-27 at halftime, but FIU made things interesting by scoring 47 points in the 2nd half. The Bearkats managed to hold on, scoring 45 points of their own after the break to secure the win.</p><p>Sam Houston put up 81 points in their last game, shooting 41.2% from the field and 51% in effective field goal percentage. They hit 45.5% from three-point range, making 10 of 22 attempts, while struggling inside, shooting just 37.9% on two-pointers. At the free-throw line, they connected on 29 of 34 attempts, an 85.3% success rate.</p> <p>Lamar Wilkerson led the way with 29 points, hitting 5 of 7 threes and shooting 66.7% overall. Jayden Brewer added 20 points, and Marcus Boykin contributed 17, making 3 of 4 from beyond the arc. Jonathan Aybar grabbed 11 rebounds to go with his 12 points.</p><p>Even with Sam Houston holding them to 41% shooting, the Bearkats' opponent managed to put up 74 points. They shot 45% from beyond the arc, hitting 10 of their 22 three-point attempts.</p> <p>Sam Houston sent their opponent to the line 34 times, where they converted 29 free throws, shooting 85%. The Bearkats also gave up 11 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will the Owls Come Through as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>Kennesaw State fell to 6-7 on the season after an 85-69 loss to Western Kentucky on Saturday. The Owls were +7.5 point underdogs going into the game and didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 154, just under the O/U line of 162.5.</p> <p>After trailing 40-25 at halftime, Kennesaw State put up 44 points in the 2nd half but couldn’t close the gap, as they allowed 45 points to the Hilltoppers in the final 20 minutes.</p><p>Kennesaw State struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 32.9% from the field and 19.5% from three-point range, connecting on 8 of 41 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 38.6%, and they managed 16 offensive rebounds, finishing with 8 assists as a team.</p> <p>Adrian Wooley led the way with 27 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 53.3% overall and 42.9% from three. Tyrone Marshall Jr. added 20 points and 7 rebounds, hitting 50% of his threes, while Enoch Kalambay contributed 19 points and 8 rebounds, making 66.7% of his three-point attempts.</p><p>Despite Kennesaw State's defensive efforts, they couldn't slow down the opposing offense, giving up 85 points. The Owls allowed their opponents to shoot 42% from the field, with 15 of those baskets coming from two-point range.</p> <p>Kennesaw State also struggled to contain the three-point line, where their opponents hit 11 of 26 attempts, good for 42%. Additionally, the Owls sent their opponents to the free-throw line 31 times, where they converted 22 free throws at a 71% clip.</p>

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<p>The Red Sox will be looking to end a three-game losing streak when they face off against the Padres on Sunday at Fenway Park in Boston. However, the Red Sox are not the heavy favorites on the money line, as their odds sit at -125 compared to the Padres at +106. This interleague matchup has an over/under line of 10 runs.</p>

<p>First pitch for this one is set for 1:35 PM ET. Josh Winckowski is starting for the Red Sox, while the Padres are going with Matt Waldron. San Diego is currently on a five-game winning streak, and they are 2nd in the NL West, while the Red Sox are 3rd in the AL East. </p><h3>BOSTON RED SOX VS SAN DIEGO PADRES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Boston Red Sox Moneyline -125</p><p>This game will be played at Fenway Park at 1:35 ET on Sunday, June 30th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE PADRES VS RED SOX:</h3><ul><li>We have the Red Sox winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Padres to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 11 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>San Diego cruised to an easy 11-1 win over the Red Sox in the most recent game of this series. The Padres had a huge 5th inning, scoring six of their eleven runs. As for the Red Sox, they scored their only run in the 6th. Heading into the game, the Padres were at +119 on the money line.</p>

<p>Michael King pitched well for the Padres in this one, going six innings and giving up just one run. He finished the game with six strikeouts and got the win. On the other side, Tanner Houck only went 4 1/3 innings for the Red Sox, giving up seven earned runs.</p>

<p>Manny Machado and Jackson Merrill each homered for the Padres, while Brett Sullivan went 2/5 with two RBIs and two runs scored. Luis Arraez also had a three-hit game at the top of the Padres' lineup.</p><h3>Padres Records & Stats</h3><p>San Diego is on a five-game winning streak, and they are 46-41 overall this season. The Padres are 7.5 games behind the Dodgers for the NL West lead, and they are 2nd in the division. So far, they have gone 14-15 in divisional games.</p>

<p>The Padres have been really good over the last two weeks, going 9-1 in their last 10 games. San Diego has won two straight series and has an overall series record of 15-10-3 this year. As the road underdog, the Padres are 14-11 this year, and they have won three straight on the road as the underdog. San Diego's overall road record is 22-19.</p><p>San Diego is 29-12 against the run line on the road this season, covering in four straight games and in six straight as an underdog. The Padres have an average run margin of +1.1 on the road this season, compared to -0.2 at home. They are 46-41 against the run line overall, with an average run margin of +0.4 runs per game.</p><p>San Diego Padres games have averaged 9.0 runs per game this season, but they have been trending over the total lately, with the over hitting in nine straight games. Their over/under record for the season is 47-39, and their games have had an average total of 8 runs. Today's over/under line is set at 10 runs, which is the highest line for a Padres game this season. Only 3.4% of their games have had over/under lines set at 10 or higher.</p><p>San Diego is sending right-hander Matt Waldron to the mound today as he faces the Red Sox on the road. Waldron has made 16 starts this season and has a record of 5-6 with a 3.42 ERA. Looking at his overall numbers, opponents are batting .221 this season. Waldron's last outing came against the Nationals, where he finished with a no-decision. In that start, he went six innings and gave up two earned runs on five hits. Before that outing, he had won two straight starts. One thing to note is that Waldron has given up at least one homer in three straight outings.</p>
<p>San Diego has one of the league's best offenses, as they are 5th in home runs and have the 2nd best team batting average in the league. Coming into the game, they are also 9th in runs scored (4.7 per game) and have been even better on the road, averaging 5 runs per contest. The Padres have been especially good at avoiding strikeouts this season, as they have the 2nd fewest strikeouts in the league.</p>

<p>Jurickson Profar comes into the game with a 12 game hitting streak and is 8th in the league with 55 RBIs. He is also 15th in the league with 11 home runs. Profar is batting .315 for the season, which is the 2nd best mark on the team. Fernando Tatis Jr. leads the Padres with 14 homers and is 6th in the league in RBIs (36). Manny Machado has also been swinging a hot bat, going 8/21 in his last five games with three homers.</p><h3>Red Sox Records & Stats</h3><p>Boston will be looking to avoid dropping their fourth straight game today, as they have lost the first two games of their series vs. the Padres. Currently, the Red Sox are 9.5 games behind the Orioles for the AL East lead. Overall, they are 43-39 and have gone 11-10 in divisional games.</p>

<p>At home, the Red Sox are 19-23 this season compared to 24-16 on the road. As the favorite, Boston is 22-18 this year and 21-21 as the underdog. So far, they have an overall series record of 12-9-5, and they have won two straight series on the road.</p><p>The Red Sox have been a much better run line bet on the road this season, going 23-17 compared to 14-28 at home. They have been an underdog in 42 games, going 25-17 against the run line in those contests. The average run margin in their wins is +4.3, while it is -4.0 in their losses.</p><p>The Red Sox have been a part of 77 games this season with an over/under line, and only two of those games have had a line of 10 runs. In those two games, the over has not hit. The Red Sox have hit the over in five straight games, and their games have averaged 8.9 runs per game this season.</p><p>Right-hander Josh Winckowski is getting the start for the Red Sox today and has made three starts this year. In 13 appearances, he has a record of 1-1 and an ERA of 3.26. Winckowski's WHIP for the season is 1.48, and opponents are batting .270 off him this year. The last time he pitched was on June 25th out of the bullpen, where he went six innings, giving up two earned runs, and had eight strikeouts. In that outing, he gave up one homer. Winckowski has finished with a no-decision in each of his last three outings.</p><p>Heading into today's game, the Red Sox offense is averaging 4.6 runs per game, which is 12th in the league. They have been a better offense on the road this season, averaging 5 runs per game. Overall, they are the league's 9th best home run-hitting team and have the best team BABIP in the MLB. As a team, they are also near the top of the league in team batting average, on-base percentage, and slugging percentage.</p>

<p>Rafael Devers has been the Red Sox's top power threat this season, as his 17 homers lead the team and are 9th in the league. Devers is also batting .282 for the season and has gone deep three times in his last nine games. Jarren Duran has also hit three homers in this stretch, batting .366. Overall, Duran is batting .287 for the season, and his eight homers is 3rd on the team.</p>

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