5 Bold NFL Betting Predictions Before 2022 Week 1 Kickoff

5 Bold NFL Betting Predictions Before 2022 Week 1 Kickoff

By Michael Davidson

February 8, 2025 at 05:39 PM

As the NFL season kicks off, here are five compelling betting predictions for 2022:

Browns to Finish Third in AFC North (+180)

  • Without Deshaun Watson for most games, Browns' passing game will be limited
  • Expected to finish behind AFC Champion Bengals and Ravens
  • Third place finish likely despite Mike Tomlin's Steelers rarely finishing last

Josh Allen for NFL MVP (+700)

  • Current betting favorite offering good value at 7/1 odds
  • Bills projected for historic regular season
  • Allen surprisingly hasn't won MVP during his Buffalo career yet

Mike McCarthy First Coach to Leave (+600)

  • Better value than favorite Matt Rhule (+450)
  • Cowboys' roster weakened after losing key players
  • McCarthy's analytics approach hasn't improved team performance
  • Dallas expectations remain high despite challenges

Buccaneers Over Bills in Super Bowl (+4000)

  • Bills loaded roster seeking revenge after last year
  • Tom Brady returns for proper farewell season
  • Bucs clear favorite in two-team NFC South race
  • 40/1 odds provide excellent value
  • Brady likely to retire after potential championship

Analysis & Value This combination of picks provides a mix of realistic outcomes and high-value longshots. The Browns and McCarthy predictions reflect current team situations, while the Allen MVP and Super Bowl picks offer significant potential returns on reasonable possibilities.

These bets target both season-long narratives and specific team circumstances, balancing risk and reward across different betting markets.

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