They definitely have it down to a science. The odds are not really a reflection of team strength, but how the betting public will perceive the teams and place their wagers accordingly. It looks like basically Bama against the field. To keep the math simple, say you bet $500 on Bama, hoping to win $700. That's a fairly risky proposition for not much return - not very attractive. To balance it out you throw $100 down on the next three or four teams. So if Bama wins, you lose those $100 bets, plus the vig. If Bama loses, and one of your other wins, you lose $550, plus the other $110 bets. You don't gain a whole lot by hedging.
Make losing your money fun - bet on Auburn. If they win, your filthy lucre is a consolation.
Maybe I'll just bet on my kid to win the U.S. Open before he turns 26.
Make losing your money fun - bet on Auburn. If they win, your filthy lucre is a consolation.
Maybe I'll just bet on my kid to win the U.S. Open before he turns 26.
