Blog Category: NFL

On Friday, November 29, the NFL returns to the day after Thanksgiving for its second annual Black Friday Football game. Last year, it was the Miami Dolphins vs. New York Jets kicking off the inaugural Black Friday tradition. This year, we’ll see an AFC West rivalry game as the Kansas City Chiefs host the Las Vegas Raiders at Arrowhead Stadium. Black Friday football is the NFL’s strategic effort to take over the entire Thanksgiving holiday

Since 1920, the NFL has played games on America’s Thanksgiving.  And, for generations, it has become an annual holiday tradition. Some say this tradition was born out of a duel between the Chicago Tigers and Decatur Staleys with the loser having to fold their franchise and leave the league. As tragic and captivating as this legend is, NFL historians have debunked the tale of two teams playing for a pink slip. The general consensus is

Industry’s Best Handicapping Membership As we transition into winter season and families gather for the Holidays, NFL teams are still fighting to finish with the best record in the league. Currently, there are eight teams with a realistic shot at finishing the 2024-25 NFL regular season with the most wins. Yet, finishing with the most wins in a season hasn’t always translated into winning a Super Bowl. In fact, only three of the last 11

Industry’s Best Handicapping Membership As we get closer to turning the calendars from November to December, we’re thankful for exciting NFC battles over three of the four divisions and six of the seven Playoff spots. However, unlike the AFC Conference where multiple teams have a shot at the top seed, the NFC’s top spot seems to be a foregone conclusion as the Detroit Lions are leading the pack while everyone else tries to catch up.

Industry’s Best Handicapping Membership As we inch closer to Thanksgiving and the calendar changing from November to December, the AFC Conference odds were shaken up following a few key Week 11 conference games. We’ll break down these matchups in more details below. With that said, the AFC Conference’s #1 seed has now become a three-team race and it could go down to the final week of the season before we know which team will have

The NFL coaching carousel refers to the comings and goings of head coaches in the league. Typically, it’s due to head coaches being fired for not meeting the expectations of the front office or the owner. Last year, we saw eight coaches get axed during and after the season. This year, we’ve already seen two head coaches get axed and there are plenty more on the proverbial hot seat. Heading into the 2024-24 NFL season,

Industry’s Best Handicapping Membership As the 2024-25 NFL season progresses, speculations over Aaron Rodgers’ future has become a hot topic among NFL talking heads, football fans and bettors alike. Further emphasizing the popularity of Rodgers’ future, is the fact that NFL sportsbooks are beginning to list odds on whether or not he plays next season. And, if he does, there are questions surrounding where he will play. After making his way back from a torn

Industry’s Best Handicapping Membership As we move into Week 10 of the 2024 NFL season, the playoff picture is beginning to take shape. This week’s slate features crucial matchups that could impact the standings. We’ve got a range of exciting games, including divisional clashes and potential postseason previews. The Cincinnati Bengals kick off the action against the Baltimore Ravens in an AFC North showdown on Thursday night. Sunday’s schedule features marquee matchups like the Houston

Industry’s Best Handicapping Membership The 2024-25 NFL season just crossed the halfway mark. There are a few surprises as to which teams are currently in the Playoff hunt, and which teams are not.  NFL betting sites have ongoing odds as to which teams will make the postseason. Based on the NFL odds as of early November, there are a few teams that we really like as sleepers to make the Playoffs. However, let’s pump the

Industry’s Best Handicapping Membership Time flies, does it not? We’ve already reached Week 7 of the 2024 NFL campaign. While it’s still likely too early to start looking at playoff races, we are starting to see some contenders separate themselves from the field. Teams like the Kansas City Chiefs, Detroit Lions, and Houston Texans look like bona fide Super Bowl contenders. Others – including the Dallas Cowboys, New York Jets, and Miami Dolphins – now