Bettors usually prefer wagering on the underdog in that scenario since a small risk can lead to a large reward. However, large favorites could have large money lines, which means you'll need to bet a lot to make a small profit. WThis is the simplest way to bet on a game and refers to the outright winner. If Dallas is -7.5, it is considered the 7.5-point favorite and must win by eight points or more to cover. This refers to the point spread that is determined by oddsmakers and the betting market. While there is an outright winner and loser in football games, there is also a winner and loser against the spread.
Key NFL betting terms to know: Against the spread:
