There are so many betting options for the NFL that it will make your head spin. The nice thing is you can find a player prop that makes sense, even if you don’t have an opinion on the side or total in a game. This is especially true if you are a serious fantasy football player because you can find some profitable prop bets while studying the matchups for your league.
Week 1 is a bit of a crapshoot because we didn’t see a lot of the first-teamers in the preseason, so we’re hoping to be on the right track with how coaches deploy players and set game plans.
Let’s consider some player prop options, with odds from DraftKings Sportsbook. As always, shop around for the best lines.
Antonio Gibson Over 58.5 Rushing Yards (-115)
This bet largely depends on what you think about the Commanders against the Jaguars. Gibson went over this number in nine of the 16 games he played last season. Washington won seven of those games. As we know, there’s a high correlation between rushing success and game state. If a team has the lead, they are more likely to run the ball. If they are trailing, they are more likely to throw.