{"id":5773,"date":"2025-04-05T15:20:24","date_gmt":"2025-04-05T15:20:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.piwi247.com\/en\/?p=5773"},"modified":"2025-04-07T03:54:29","modified_gmt":"2025-04-07T03:54:29","slug":"spread-betting-vs-moneyline-which-works-best-in-nfl-betting","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.piwi247.com\/en\/blogs\/betting-tips\/spread-betting-vs-moneyline-which-works-best-in-nfl-betting\/","title":{"rendered":"Spread Betting vs Moneyline: Which Works Best in NFL Betting?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px||0px||false|false&#8221; locked=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_row module_class=&#8221;blog-body&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; width=&#8221;100%&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px||0px||false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; text_text_color=&#8221;gcid-62739c86-3917-4421-8ab4-45f1b03eea58&#8243; header_2_font=&#8221;|700|||||||&#8221; header_2_font_size=&#8221;32px&#8221; header_2_line_height=&#8221;1.2em&#8221; header_3_font=&#8221;|700|||||||&#8221; header_3_text_color=&#8221;gcid-62739c86-3917-4421-8ab4-45f1b03eea58&#8243; header_3_font_size=&#8221;24px&#8221; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||20px||false|false&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; locked=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-62739c86-3917-4421-8ab4-45f1b03eea58%22:%91%22text_text_color%22,%22header_3_text_color%22%93}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NFL betting offers a variety of markets, but two of the most popular options are spread betting and moneyline betting. While both approaches provide opportunities for bettors to make profitable wagers, they cater to different strategies and risk preferences. In this guide, we&#8217;ll break down the differences between spread betting and moneyline betting, explain when to use each strategy, and determine which works best for different betting situations.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is Moneyline Betting?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moneyline betting is the simplest form of NFL betting, as it involves wagering on which team will win the game outright.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How Moneyline Betting Works:<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Each team is assigned odds based on their chances of winning.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The favourite has lower odds (e.g., -150), meaning you must bet more to win less.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The underdog has higher odds (e.g., +200), meaning a smaller bet can yield a bigger payout.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Example of a Moneyline Bet:<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kansas City Chiefs (-180) vs. Green Bay Packers (+160)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A $180 bet on the Chiefs would return $280 if they win ($180 stake + $100 profit).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A $100 bet on the Packers would return $260 if they win ($100 stake + $160 profit).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moneyline betting is best for bettors who are confident in picking straight-up winners and prefer a simple approach without worrying about point margins.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is Spread Betting?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spread betting, also known as point spread betting, is a more strategic way to bet on NFL games. Instead of betting on a team to win outright, you&#8217;re betting on whether they will cover the spread set by the sportsbook.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How Spread Betting Works:<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The favourite is given a points handicap, requiring them to win by a certain margin.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The underdog is given a points advantage, meaning they can lose by a small margin and still win the bet.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Example of a Spread Bet:<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kansas City Chiefs -7.5 (-110) vs. Green Bay Packers +7.5 (-110)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A bet on the Chiefs means they must win by at least 8 points to cover the spread.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A bet on the Packers means they must lose by 7 points or fewer, or win outright.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Both bets have odds of -110, meaning a $110 bet wins $100.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spread betting is ideal for bettors who want to balance risk and reward, as it offers a way to wager on favourites without needing to risk large amounts for small payouts.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Key Differences Between Spread Betting and Moneyline Betting<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><\/span><\/p>\n<table style=\"border: 1px solid #efeff4;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr style=\"background-color: #172530; color: #ffffff;\">\n<td style=\"padding: 10px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Aspect<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Moneyline Betting<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Spread Betting<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"background-color: #efeff4;\">\n<td style=\"padding: 10px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bet Type<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Predicting the winner outright<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Betting on the margin of victory<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Risk Level<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lower for favourites, higher for underdogs<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moderate, as it depends on the point spread<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"background-color: #efeff4;\">\n<td style=\"padding: 10px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Potential Payout<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Higher for underdogs, lower for favourites<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">More balanced, but dependent on the spread<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best for Beginners?<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, due to simplicity<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some experience required<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"background-color: #efeff4;\">\n<td style=\"padding: 10px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Flexibility<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Limited\u2014team must win outright<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 10px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">More flexible\u2014team can win or lose by a certain margin<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\nWhich Betting Strategy Works Best?<\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When to Use Moneyline Betting:<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re confident a team will win outright: This is a safer option when betting on strong favourites.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For betting on underdogs with high payouts: A single upset can yield significant profits.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In close matchups where spreads are small: If the spread is only 1-2 points, moneyline bets may offer better value.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When to Use Spread Betting:<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the favourite is heavily favoured: Instead of betting a large amount on a low-payout moneyline, spread betting allows for a better return if they win convincingly.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you expect a close game: Betting on an underdog with a reasonable spread provides a cushion in case they don\u2019t win outright.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When teams have strong offensive or defensive trends: Understanding how teams perform against the spread (ATS) is key to spread betting success.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Neither option is inherently better than the other\u2014it depends on the game situation and your risk tolerance. Moneyline bets are simpler and ideal for those looking for straightforward wagers, while spread betting offers more strategic depth and better value in certain scenarios.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NFL betting can be incredibly rewarding when you understand the strengths and weaknesses of moneyline and spread betting. If you&#8217;re looking for simplicity and safe bets, moneyline betting is a great option. However, if you want to maximise value and balance risk, spread betting may be the better choice. Regardless of your approach, always research matchups, injury reports, and team statistics before placing your bets.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start Betting on the NFL Today!<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Join PIWI247 for the best NFL betting markets, expert predictions, and competitive odds. 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