College Football Betting Experts Break Down the Texas Longhorns vs. Nebraska CornhuskersCollege football predictions: Odds makers have the No. 5 Texas Longhorns favored on the road against the No. 17 Nebraska Cornhuskers.
Miami Beach, FL October 19, 2006 -- College football betting expert John Hoben of Point-Spreads.com, the premier provider of sports data, information, and analysis to the betting community,
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The Point-Spreads.com team lends an insight into what to look out for when researching for college football predictions, as well as where the “public’s” money is going when the No. 5 Texas Longhorns travel to Lincoln to play the No. 17 Nebraska Cornhuskers in a key Big 12 Conference Match UpThe Texas Longhorns vs. Nebraska Cornhuskers at Memorial Stadium on Saturday for a Noon kickoff (Eastern). The Cornhuskers won their 800th game in the program’s history by defeating Kansas State 21-3, last Saturday, setting up a matchup of two of the four teams in college football history who have won at least 800 games. The Longhorns put their streak of 18-straight Big 12 wins on the line as they try to win their third consecutive game against Nebraska. Texas is the only Big 12 school that can claim a series lead over Nebraska, with a 6-4 advantage. Texas leads the series 5-1 since Big 12 play began in 1996. Texas opened as a 6.5 point favorite but the spread has moved to –7 as you can see on the Live Odds Board located rather than a line move. The Longhorns Quarterback Colt McCoy will need to play smart, like he did in Norman, when he steps into another hostile environment in Lincoln. The Cornhuskers don’t stand a chance in my opinion!”
“The Huskers 2006 offense has shown the explosiveness and efficiency Head Coach Bill Callahan is seeking in Nebraska’s version of the West Coast Offense” commented Hoben. In the latest NCAA rankings, Nebraska stacks up well nationally on offense. The Huskers rank ninth nationally in scoring offense (37.0 ppg) eighth in total offense (448.4 yap), 11th in rushing offense (207.7 ypg) and 28th in passing offense (240.7 yap). “Nebraska is one of just four teams in the nation to rank in the top 30 in rushing offense, passing offense, total offense and scoring offense, joining Louisville, California and Oregon” stated Hoben.
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Making football bets online is so easy. There are countless folks just like you who have discovered how easy it is to bet on football games from home. All the tools you need are your trusty computer, a good internet connection and a valid credit card.
To try to start making some serious money on football bets, just join a reputable sportsbook, read the news or consult your favorite handicappers, pick the football games you like, and wager away. Simple, isn't it?
Here are the different kinds of football bets:
Straight BetsIn this kind of bet, the team you bet on must win by the point spread given at the time of the bet. The odds are $1.10 to win $1.00 (-110) unless otherwise indicated. Due to changing events, the point spread may fluctuate at any time.
For example, let's say you bet $110.00 on Miami -7 to beat Buffalo +7. If Miami wins by more than 7 points, then you win $100.00. Therefore, the total payout including the initial bet, would now be $210.00. If Miami only wins by 7 points then the game is considered "no action" and all money is returned to you. If Miami wins by less than 7 points, then the bet is lost.
Totals (also known as Over/Under bets)If you make this bet, you must lay $1.10 to win $1.00 on whether the actual combined scores of two teams will either be over or under a certain predetermined number, called the total for the game.
For example, let's say you lay $220.00 on the OVER in the Miami vs. Buffalo game. The total for the game is set at 45. If both teams' combined score is more than 45, then you win $200.00. If the combined score is equal to 45, the game is considered "No Action" and the money will be returned to you. If the combined score is less than 45, then you lose the bet.
Of course, if you lay $220.00 on the UNDER in that game and the combined score is less that 45, then you win.
Money Line BetsIf you make this football bets, then the team you wagered on just has to win the game. The amount you lay or take for each game may vary. The money line that is read to at the time of your bet is the money line you keep regardless of any line movement.
For example, let's say you bet on Miami -160 at Buffalo +260. If you laid $160.00 and Miami wins, you win $100.00. If you laid $100.00 on Buffalo, then you win $260.00.
Halftime BetsA halftime bet is simply a bet only on the score of the first, or second half of a contest. The line offered will be a point spread, a money line, or a combination of the two, but the bet applies only to the score of the halftime period specified.
All bets must go the full half for action (first-half and second-half). All half-time bets are calculated the same as a straight bet unless otherwise indicated. There are no teaser plays or buying of points on half-times. On half time bets the overtime period is included as part of the 2nd half.
Parlays (also known as Multiples)A parlay is a bet of 2 or more teams (selections) or propositions in no particular order. All teams wagered on in a parlay must win. If there is a tie, the parlay reverts down to the next lowest number for payoff.
For example, if you select 4 teams, and one ties, the parlay becomes a three team parlay. For a 2-team parlay -- a tie and win becomes a straight bet (-110) payout.
TeasersA teaser is a selection of two or more teams in one bet in which the point spread is adjusted in the bettor's favor. The number of teams selected and the number of points selected determines the payout odds. A "Tie" or "No Action" and a "Win" on a two team teaser shall constitute a "No Action" bet. A "Tie" or a "No Action" and a "Loss" on a two team teaser shall constitute a "Losing" bet. Ties on a three or more team teaser shall revert to the next lowest betting bracket. For example a tie on a three-team teaser becomes a two-team teaser.
Futures and PropositionsFuture bets are based on the outcome of events that happen each year. All bets are final.There will be no payouts until the conclusion of the specified season.
Proposition plays are bets based on the outcome of events. Odds change daily and all bets are considered action for the odds quoted at the time of the bet.
In the event that the selection (person, team, or other) the wagerer bets upon does not participate in the game/event due to injury,
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