The second official game of the highly anticipated 2024 NFL season will kick off on Friday, September 6th, when the Packers travel to Philadelphia to face the Eagles.
Both teams are riding the wave of their success from the previous year, when they both clinched a spot in the playoffs. The Eagles were ousted in the Wild Card round, falling to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 32-9. The Packers were eliminated in the divisional round, losing to the 49ers 24-21.
Both teams boast young, agile quarterbacks who can extend plays, adding an element of unpredictability to the game. Coupled with their exceptional defenses, these teams are set to deliver an electrifying performance.
Here are the current game line odds from Bovada’s online sportsbook for tonight’s matchup.
Green Bay Packers vs. Philadelphia Eagles
- Spread: +2.5 (-110), -2.5 (-110)
- Win: +115, -135
- Total: O49.5 (-105), U49.5 (-115)
Despite losing in last year’s wild-card round, the Eagles are favored to win this matchup. This is due to their top-notch defense and several offensive weapons, which should give them an edge if they can minimize mistakes.
Packers Quarterback Jordan Love is also coming off a career year, throwing for 4,159 yards with 32 touchdowns and only 11 interceptions. Love also had 4 rushing touchdowns and carried the ball for 247 yards in the 17 games he played.
Who Will Win The Game Tonight?
The moneyline odds suggest that the Eagles will reign victorious tonight; however, it should be a close matchup. Based on the defensives that will take the field tonight, I plan on betting on the under. I feel confident that betting on both teams’ combined score under 49.5 points is a good bet.
I also think betting on the underdog in this competition is a good bet, as a close competition could swing either way. Underdog odds also produce better returns, as they favor the bettor. However, they are also riskier bets.
Our guide on reading and understanding betting odds is an excellent resource for anyone just getting started or wanting to learn more about the multiple ways to bet on sportsbook odds.
While we don’t pride ourselves on picking game winners, as we know sports are often unpredictable, we do pride ourselves on assisting our readers in making smart bets. Whoever you choose to bet on for tonight’s competition, remember to bet with your brain and not your heart.
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