Expert NFL and College Football Betting Tips for Week 1

ByCoach

The football season’s back, and honestly, you can feel the buzz. Bettors and fans are already knee-deep in predictions, wagers, and those endless, sometimes heated debates.

Chicago columnist Jon Greenberg and Browns beat writer Zac Jackson teamed up for a piece that digs into their picks for both the NFL and college football. They mix stats, personal stories, and a bit of expert banter. If you’re looking for guidance, their article’s got you—there’s humor, real talk, and enough analysis to make you second-guess your gut.

Insights from Last Season

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Greenberg and Jackson look back at how they did last year. Greenberg’s record stands out: 77-62-1 overall, with a sharp 48-30-1 in NFL games.

Jackson’s season was rougher, ending at 68-73. Still, both seem pretty optimistic and ready to dive in again.

NFL Futures Bets

They get into NFL futures bets, eyeing Super Bowl winners and division finishes. Greenberg’s putting his chips on the Ravens.

Jackson’s all in on the Bengals, betting Joe Burrow can pull it off. They toss around some player props too—Greenberg’s high on TreVeyon Henderson for Offensive Rookie of the Year, and T.J. Watt for Defensive Player of the Year.

  • Super Bowl Picks: Ravens, Bills, Eagles, Chiefs, Lions
  • Division Finish Futures: AFC North (Ravens, Steelers, Bengals, Browns) and NFC North (Lions, Vikings, Packers, Bears)
  • Player Props: TreVeyon Henderson (+1200) for Offensive Rookie of the Year, T.J. Watt (+900) for Defensive Player of the Year

College Football Predictions

Switching gears to college football, the guys share what’s on their radar. Jackson’s not buying the hype around Toledo, South Carolina, or Penn State making the College Football Playoff.

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He’d rather keep an eye on Utah and Louisville. SEC quarterbacks Garrett Nussmeier and DJ Lagway might be worth a look too, especially for the Heisman.

Ohio College Picks

Greenberg’s got a thing for Ohio colleges this year. He likes Ohio State’s chances, even with Texas and Arch Manning in the mix.

He’s also picking Cincinnati over Nebraska, Akron over Wyoming, and Toledo against Kentucky. There’s some real confidence in Ohio’s squads here.

  • Ohio State: -1.5 against Texas
  • Cincinnati: +7 against Nebraska
  • Akron: +7.5 against Wyoming
  • Toledo: +8.5 against Kentucky

Weekend Betting Picks

Jackson lays out his weekend bets, targeting a few games and spreads. He’s leaning toward the under in Colorado-Georgia Tech, guessing both teams will struggle to put up points early on.

He also likes Ohio State over Texas, mostly thanks to their depth. Virginia Tech gets his nod to cover against South Carolina at a neutral site.

Key Weekend Picks

  • Colorado-Georgia Tech: Under 51.5
  • Ohio State: Less than a field goal against Texas
  • Virginia Tech: +7.5 vs. South Carolina

Conclusion

Jon Greenberg and Zac Jackson dive into the football season with their usual mix of humor and expertise. Their takes on both NFL and college football come packed with personal stories and a dash of wit.

If you’re into betting, or just want to keep up with the action, their picks make for a good starting point. Honestly, even if you’re just a casual fan, their analysis feels pretty accessible.

Curious for more? You can check out their full article on NFL Futures and Week 1 College Football Betting.

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