NFL Betting Trends: Early Season Surges and Sharp Money Moves

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LinePulse members, Week 2 of the 2025 NFL season is here, and early trends show underdogs stealing the show. Big underdogs (spreads of +7 or more, like Browns +11.5 vs. Ravens) are covering the spread at a 60% clip, while smaller underdogs (≤3 points) hit only 45%. Public money loves favorites, but sharps are fading them.

Check our vibrant bar chart below—bigger spreads mean bigger wins for underdogs!

*Data from ESPN bookmakers, Sep 12, 2025. For entertainment only.*

These trends scream value on big underdogs.

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The EdgeScout