2010 NFL Football Betting NFC North Preview
Sunday, August 29, 2010
by Sportsbetting.com
Team On The Rise: Detroit Lions
The NFL betting sharps know that there is very little question about this one. The Washington Redskins are the most improved team in the NFC East.
After dwindling in the basement for many years, the Redskins hired coach Mike Shanahan to take over and he immediately made a move for quarterback Donovan McNabb. Will this tandem bring a Super Bowl to Washington? At this point, that is anyone’s guess. But what we do know is that the Redskins have solidified two positions that have been very unstable for them and that alone is going to bring a significant improvement.
Team On The Decline: Minnesota Vikings
Sure, they got Brett Favre back but unfortunately sportsbook odds makers and SportsBetting.com don’t believe in this team so much anymore. Favre has looked rusty in the preseason and a lot of people wonder just how healthy his ankle really is. On top of that, the Vikings lost their top wide receiver, Sidney Rice, for about half the season and another wideout, Percy Harvin, is dealing with persistent migraines. On top of that, running back Adrian Peterson still can’t find running room and he still has fumbling problems.
The Vikings were 12-4 last season and just because Favre is back doesn’t mean they’ll be as good. They could be surprisingly bad unless Favre can carry them for a second year in a row.
Predicted Winner: Green Bay Packers
The NFL betting public has been pounding Minnesota since Favre returned but the Packers might actually be the best team in the division. Aaron Rodgers has replaced Favre and emerged as one of the best quarterbacks in the league. He’ll be working with plenty of weapons to throw to, a good running game and finally an offensive line that is tougher to penetrate. On defense, the Packers aren’t spectacular, but they are good enough.
Last season, their youth was a detriment when they faced the veteran Vikings. This year, that spring step will make a difference and don’t hesitate to bet them to win the North with SportsBetting.com.
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