Another losing season at Raider Nation?
Not every team got better in the eyes of sports gamblers. The Oakland Raiders, a popular pick last year following the addition of Randy Moss, find themselves lumped into a group of NFL betting long shots with New Orleans (75/1), Cleveland (85/1), New York Jets (90/1), and Buffalo Bills (90/1).
The hype surrounding Art Shell returning to coach the silver and black after 12 years has been predictable. They say the Oakland Raiders will get back to “Raider football”. But talk is cheap, and walking it will be pretty tough with overly carefree Aaron Brooks - fresh off a career-worst 70.0-passer-rating season in New Orleans - at quarterback.
Bodog has typically take a fair number of futures bets from those in the Raider Nation, regardless of the odds. This year, Bodog had to up the ante in order to attract the action. Not to mention, Oakland’s schedule doesn’t help its case. Non-divisional trips to Baltimore, Seattle and Cincinnati will be tough.
Winners of just 13 games over the last three seasons, it’s safe to say the Raiders have seen better days. Now, Al Davis and Co. are hoping the addition of Art Shell as head coach (again) can turn things around.
Still, Oakland’s biggest star, Randy Moss, has no relationship with the local media - he hasn’t spoken after a game since last year’s season opener - and has granted no interviews this summer. The other starting receiver, Jerry Porter, wants to be traded, and the team would consider unloading him if someone actually made a reasonable offer.
The Cowboys are excited to have T.O. in their lineup. So, too, might some eager bettors on Sports Interaction, who might just be interested in the Cowboys winning the NFC. And beyond. Get all your NFL betting odds and Superbowl betting lines at Sports Interaction now!
NFL Betting Game Picks: Cowboys to win the NFC this time en route to a Superbowl matchup with the Colts.
