NFL Picks - Free NFL Betting Picks and Predictions
More money is wagered on the NFL than any other sport in the United States. Therefore, bettors are always looking for NFL picks and predictions, both free and paid for expert picks.
With the NFL having a vast number of different ways to bet on each game, it's best to have a go-to page on the internet where you can find as much data as possible for each game and make a knowledgeable wager using free picks and predictions.
Picks and Parlays Free NFL Picks and Predictions
Picks and Parlays offers expert paid for picks and free NFL picks for every NFL game during the preseason, regular season and postseason, including the Super Bowl. Pick and Parlays has writers that have been involved with sports for many years and who have written sports betting picks and predictions for several years.
Free NFL Expert Picks Explained
Picks and Parlays has free NFL picks and predictions for every NFL game from the preseason through to the Super Bowl. Free NFL picks are online and available to bettors on Monday of each week during the regular season and playoffs. Free NFL picks offer a brief review of the most recent games played by both teams, pertinent injuries, current player stats and recent against the spread and over/under results for both teams. Each article has a conclusion that includes the pick, whether it be against the spread or over/under point total.
Types of NFL Picks and Predictions Offered
Free NFL Point Spread Picks
Free NFL point spread picks are the most popular way to bet on the NFL. In each game, one of the two teams is favored by a certain number of points. Oddsmakers establish a point spread for each game based on how teams are playing, head to head results, injuries and other pertinent stats. The Dallas Cowboys are playing at home against the New York Giants and Dallas is favored by six points (-6). This means if you take Dallas, the Cowboys must win by 7 points or more for you to win the bet. If you choose the Giants (+6), New York can lose by five points or less or win outright and you win the pick. If Dallas wins by 6 points it is referred to as a PUSH and you receive back your money wagered less what the sportsbooks keep, known as “juice.”
Football Picks and Moneyline Betting
Another very popular bet on the NFL is the moneyline, which is picking an outright winner. Points spreads do not come into play in this wager. Oftentimes the moneyline bets are made in NFL games that have two teams that are evenly matched and the point spread is small, which makes the odds relatively the same for both teams. Bettors must be confident their selection will win outright if they choose to use the moneyline for their wager.
Free Over/Under Picks - Football Totals Betting
The over/under is another very popular way to bet on NFL games. The over/under free NFL picks are based on the combined point totals for both teams. Oddsmakers establish a point total for each game and bettors can select over or under that total. For example, the Raiders and Chiefs are playing and oddsmakers have given the game a 45.5 point over/under total. If you believe the two teams will combine to score 45 points or less than you would bet the under. If you feel the two teams will combine to score 46 points or more than you would bet on the over.
First Half/Second Half Picks and Betting for NFL
Oddsmakers also offer betting for the first half and second half of games. Bettors can choose what team will win the first half or second half based on points spreads if you want points spread involved or using the moneyline based on what team wins the first or second half outright. The over/under point total for the first half and second half are also popular. You can bet on whether the points total will finish over/under the established totals for each half for each team or for the two combined.
Expert NFL Player Props Bets
Player props bets are also very popular amongst sports bettors. Player props involve individual players and their stats for each game. Player props picks can include how many yards a quarterback will pass for in a game, how many touchdown passes the quarterback will throw and how many yards a running back will gain in the game, amongst many others. On defense, player props include how many tackles a particular player will make or how many interceptions a player makes, as well as many others. All player props are based on over/under, meaning if Aaron Rodgers has a passing yardage total for the game of 310 yards set by oddsmakers, Rodgers would have to pass for 311 or more if you choose the over or 309 yards or less if you choose the under,
Total Touchdown Betting for NFL Games
Total touchdowns are another way to make a wager on an NFL game. Total touchdowns are also over/under bets. For example, you can choose how many total touchdowns will be scored by both teams combined, how many touchdowns each team individually will score, as well as how many touchdowns different players will score. For example, if oddsmakers have established that Green Bay and Chicago will score a combined seven touchdowns and you pick the over, the two teams have to combine to score eight or more touchdowns. If you bet the under, then both teams must combine to score six touchdowns or fewer.
Team-Specific Prop Bets
As mentioned previously, Sportsbooks offer team specific prop picks, which can be on number of points scored, total yardage gained, total yardage allowed, first downs, touchdowns, interceptions and much much more.
Tips and Strategies for NFL Picks and Predictions
There is no foolproof method to guarantee that all your NFL bets will be winners. That said, there are general guidelines to follow and key strategies to use to increase your probability of success in the long run.
Here are a few tips and tricks for betting on the NFL:
Do Your Research to Optimize Your NFL Picks
Make sure you’ve done thorough research by keeping up with team news, seeking out injury updates, analyzing team and player statistics, considering offensive and defensive schemes, and evaluating differences in home and away performance. It’s always important to stay informed and adapt as new information becomes available.
Properly Manage Your Bankroll
Set a budget for yourself (i.e., an amount that you can afford to lose without negatively impacting your overall financial stability), and stick to it. It’s also beneficial to properly manage unit size, avoid chasing losses, and set wagering limits as well.
Shop for the Best NFL Odds
Sign up for accounts with multiple sportsbooks in order to have the option to shop around for the best odds on the wager you plan to make. While placing a bet at -115 odds instead of -110 may not seem significant, it could very well be the difference between making money and losing it in the long run.
Understand Line Movement
Pay attention to line movement and betting trends, as lines can shift based on public opinion, injury updates, or other relevant factors. Understanding how and why lines move can help you identify favorable betting opportunities or spot overreactions by the betting public.
Consider Team Motivation
Although this primarily applies to NFL preseason games or late regular season matchups, it’s important to consider each team’s motivation and what’s at stake. Are they playing for a playoff spot, division title, first-round bye, or to avoid elimination from playoff contention? These are all important factors to consider.
Factor in Weather Conditions
Keep an eye on the weather report for teams that will be playing outdoors. Snow, rain, wind, and extreme temperatures (hot or cold) can all significantly impact a team’s performance or the total number of points that will be scored in the matchup.
NFL Picks and Predictions FAQs
How often are these NFL picks and predictions updated?
Picks and Parlays NFL picks and predictions are updated each week, released on Mondays.
How to use these free football picks to inform my betting strategy?
Users can use our football picks to gain insights on each game from NFL betting experts, and have confidence in your betting picks.
When are Picks and Parlays NFL picks released?
Picks and Parlays NFL picks are released each Monday morning during the NFL season, for each and every week.
Do Picks and Parlays Provide Football Computer Picks?
Yes. Picks and Parlays offers both free NFL and expert NFL picks, and cappers often use computers to help make their selections.