Post by alecs on Mar 29, 2023 9:12:06 GMT -8
Hey IFL Fans!
As most of you know, the IFL has launched legalized sports betting on its games, giving fans an unprecedented look at how The House sees the games shaking out. It adds a new fun factor to each game, especially for your favorite teams!
This week, and for the rest of the season, I'll take a look at the current projections for each game, based on DraftKings Sportsbook. Odds and lines are subject to change, as my posts will basically be a snapshot of where those figures stand at the time I write each post up.
Let's get started!
Friday 3/31: IOWA (-14.5) vs. GB | O/U 92.5
My pick: OVER 92.5
Neither team is particularly known for their defense, and each of the three games played so far involving these two teams have gone over this figure. I expect a high-tempo affair where both teams could crack 50.
Saturday 4/1: SXF vs. QC (-7.5) | O/U 87.5
The pick: QC -7.5
My main worry about Sioux Falls entering the season was how their defense would stack up, especially against really good offenses. QC definitely qualifies as such, totaling 102 points in their 2 games thus far. I wouldn't worry about the hook; trust the home team to take care of business.
Saturday 4/1: FRI (-8.5) vs. DUKE | O/U 109.5
The pick: DUKE Moneyline (+350)
I will admit, this is an aggressive pick, especially with Frisco dominating in its first two games. But those were against the two worst teams in the league, and the Glads nearly won this fixture last year, losing by one point. Give the home team some moneyline love!
Saturday 4/1: VGS (-13.5) vs. NAZ | O/U 84.5
The pick: NAZ +13.5
The defending champs have gotten absolutely no love from oddsmakers, and suddenly find themselves as 2-touchdown underdogs. To me, that seems ridiculous. NAZ is still a team capable of making a playoff run, and Vegas hasn't been tested on the road yet.
Sunday 4/2: BAY (-5.5) vs. MASS | O/U 91.5
The pick: MASS +5.5
I know Bay Area just took down Arizona, but laying points against a strong home team like Mass just doesn't add up. The past two games the Pirates lost at the DCU Center were determined by 1 and 2 points. I'd honestly even consider the moneyline in this game. Expect the Pirates to at least cover, and possibly win.
Monday 4/3: TUC vs. SD (-3.5) | O/U 95.5
The pick: TUC Moneyline (+155)
We have yet to see the Skulls play this year, which makes them an intriguing roll-of-the-dice as a road upset pick. SD nearly came back last week to steal a win from Quad City, but this still looks like a team figuring out how to win games.
Agree? Disagree? Sound your opinions below!
As most of you know, the IFL has launched legalized sports betting on its games, giving fans an unprecedented look at how The House sees the games shaking out. It adds a new fun factor to each game, especially for your favorite teams!
This week, and for the rest of the season, I'll take a look at the current projections for each game, based on DraftKings Sportsbook. Odds and lines are subject to change, as my posts will basically be a snapshot of where those figures stand at the time I write each post up.
Let's get started!
Friday 3/31: IOWA (-14.5) vs. GB | O/U 92.5
My pick: OVER 92.5
Neither team is particularly known for their defense, and each of the three games played so far involving these two teams have gone over this figure. I expect a high-tempo affair where both teams could crack 50.
Saturday 4/1: SXF vs. QC (-7.5) | O/U 87.5
The pick: QC -7.5
My main worry about Sioux Falls entering the season was how their defense would stack up, especially against really good offenses. QC definitely qualifies as such, totaling 102 points in their 2 games thus far. I wouldn't worry about the hook; trust the home team to take care of business.
Saturday 4/1: FRI (-8.5) vs. DUKE | O/U 109.5
The pick: DUKE Moneyline (+350)
I will admit, this is an aggressive pick, especially with Frisco dominating in its first two games. But those were against the two worst teams in the league, and the Glads nearly won this fixture last year, losing by one point. Give the home team some moneyline love!
Saturday 4/1: VGS (-13.5) vs. NAZ | O/U 84.5
The pick: NAZ +13.5
The defending champs have gotten absolutely no love from oddsmakers, and suddenly find themselves as 2-touchdown underdogs. To me, that seems ridiculous. NAZ is still a team capable of making a playoff run, and Vegas hasn't been tested on the road yet.
Sunday 4/2: BAY (-5.5) vs. MASS | O/U 91.5
The pick: MASS +5.5
I know Bay Area just took down Arizona, but laying points against a strong home team like Mass just doesn't add up. The past two games the Pirates lost at the DCU Center were determined by 1 and 2 points. I'd honestly even consider the moneyline in this game. Expect the Pirates to at least cover, and possibly win.
Monday 4/3: TUC vs. SD (-3.5) | O/U 95.5
The pick: TUC Moneyline (+155)
We have yet to see the Skulls play this year, which makes them an intriguing roll-of-the-dice as a road upset pick. SD nearly came back last week to steal a win from Quad City, but this still looks like a team figuring out how to win games.
Agree? Disagree? Sound your opinions below!