College Betting

Ok, I know that I was betting Auburn just the other day against LSU, and they let me down bad. But I can’t let emotions get the better of me, even as a woman. Now it should be pretty obvious that the main reason I am backing them is because of the incredibly weak oposition the Tennessee Volunteers will be putting up.

While people betting on Auburn instead of the LSU on the last game were disapointed, the 26-21 score was pretty close to covering. This was not the case with Tennessee’s last game where the Gators devastated the Volunteers with a 30-6 wipeout.

But why did Tennessee do so badly. Well, the main reason in my oppinion is that they are an especially weak team when playing against strong offense. And that is one quality Auburn has. Auburn’s offense on the otherhand, leaves much to be desired and they have honestly not shown any sign on improvement on that aspect.

I would hesitate to bet on this game is the line for Auburn was more then 6 points, but at this price I’m in. Goooooooooooooooo Tigers, I’m betting on you!

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Even as the DOW crashed over 500 points today, there is more money being bet on college football this season than ever before. Today’s Monday night football match up between the Cowboys and the Eagles is living proof that gambling is a truly recession proof activity.

Handicapping predictions range from suggestions of betting the Cowboys to betting the Eagles. No-one seems to agree on who will win, and who can blame ‘em? Even though the eagles are a slight favorite with a +6.5 line, this is an extremely well matched game which can turn either way. So let’s see why:

A- Unreliable Quarterback
While many may consider Tony Romo one of the top QB in the NFC, he is highly unreliable, as his stats prove. The Cowboys with Tony as their starter have a measly 1-3 vs. Philadelphia. His combined numbers in the last 2 games are equally pathetic with Completion % of 40, passer rating in the 30s and only 13 points produced. When he is good, he’s good, but when he’s bad, he’s even better!

B- Good Rookies, But not Tested Yet
There are two star players that both the Eagles and the Cowboys are largely depending on; Jackson DeSean and Jones Felix. While they have proved to be highly skilled players, they have yet to come under the pressure of a large Monday night game.

C- As if it wasn’t enough, further Unreliability
The Eagles have one of the most underrated running backs in the entire NFL; Brian Westbrook. The only time he actually deserves this underrating, is when he plays against the Cowboys. For some reason, he locks up when playing against this team.

All in all, I’ll take the underdog and will betting Cowboys tonight, but I must admit it is among the more risky gambles I’ll be making this season.

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Passion is a defining human feeling, and in few places can this be witnessed in more purity then in a group of people betting on football.

Passion is the driving force that has helped accomplish almost every major milestone through the evolution of human society. However, passion in modern life has run a historical low. Most people have achieved a level of stability and efficiency that has all but vanished most of the excitement and passion in life.

In the past, humans would have to struggle to survive everyday life. This created for passionate lifestyles, since each day held an uncertain fate. In modern life, this is not the case. Apart from the passion of child rearing and romantic relationships, your average modern person lives a life define by routine.

Of course, people can’t live without passion, and hobbies have had a tendency to become a central part to a person’s identity. Football, both college and pro, have become the focus of passion for millions of Americans. Over 40% of football fans regularly bet over $100 per season.

This has created a multibillion dollar industry, with suppliers ranging from licensed, publically traded Vegas books to petty street corner bookies. So, what is it that drives these fans? Is it the football, or the betting that really provides the “rush” they feel. While the answer probably lies on a middle ground between these two, it is worth going over each side of the coin.

College betting has boomed during the 20th century, but it has only been riding the tail of the boom in popularity of college sports. So while betting has become exponentially more popular and socially accepted, this has only been a consequence of another boom.

However, could betting boom help fuel the popularity of college sports? I believe so. In a recent survey, people who are college betting fans, on average view over 1,000% more games than non-betting fans. This is so much so, that people who gamble watch up to 19 games per week, as opposed to non-gamblers who view up to 9.

So it is safe to say that the passion for college betting has been fuelled by the passion for college sports, the opposite is also true. A paradigm; just like life.

Want to learn how to bet succesfully on the underdog, then view this post.

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When betting on College Football Underdogs, there are many great opportunities which can prove very profitable. Some of the best lines I have found have been on underdogs, and this is especially true with College betting. So let’s go over some of the reasons this is so:

1- Big Blow Outs
In college betting, unlike with NFL, teams regularly blow each other away. This creates a situation where bookmakers often have to place outrageous lines which can provide a pretty safe bet since outrageous lines are rarely covered. In the NFL, large leads often fade, since the coaches won’t risk their star players getting injured, and underdogs often over in the latter parts of a game.

2- Underdogs are Underestimated
No one believes in the underdog. Not the public, bookies or anyone, which can lead to unfair spreads. What’s even more important; the favorite often doesn’t take the underdog seriously. This is why it is so important to research historical trends. Finding an underestimated underdog can provide you with a great bang for your betting dollar.

3- People won’t dare to bet on the Underdog
The best lines are always found where the least amount of people are looking. This is especially true when you bet the underdog. So many people won’t take the underdog, simply because they feel the underdog is an inferior team. The fact that the spread is many times against the favorite does not face them. Remember, by boldly going where other men don’t, fortunes have been made.

4- Fans can Move a Line in Your Favor
Remember, especially with College Football, most betting fans bet with their heart, not their brain. In some cases, this can heavily influence the lines when bookies try to balance the money they have on each side. Shop around when there is a game between a popular college and a small one. I have made good money on this.

If you have any questions or suggestions, be sure to leave a comment!

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