Colts A Growing Worry For Bookmakers

Tommy · 12-09-05, 02:42 AM

December 8, 2005.

With many experts proclaiming the 2005 Indianapolis Colts as potentially the greatest team ever, Sunday’s game against the Jacksonville Jaguars is certain to be one of the highlights of Week 14 of the NFL season. Bodog.com bookmakers have posted the odds.

NFL opponents aren’t the only ones concerned about the Indianapolis Colts’ drive for perfection. In an article to be published on Thursday, online gamblíng magazine BodogNation points out that bettors who wagered $100 on the Colts to win every game this season would have profited by $519.

“Sportsbooks that depend on the uncertainty of wagering on the NFL are at risk by a Colts’ team that looks more and more like a sure thing,” says Calvin Ayre, Founder and CEO of Bodog.com. “With four games left and bettors jumping on board in droves, there may be lots of sleepless nights for the bookmakers.”

The Colts (12-0) are 8.5-point favorites as they head to Alltel Stadium to face the Jaguars (9-3) in hopes of clinching the AFC South and home-field advantage throughout the playoffs. Will Peyton Manning turn on his “A” game and put the inexperience of Jacksonville quarterback David Garrard to the test?

Another key game this weekend is the NFC South battle between the Carolina Panthers (9-3) and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (8-4). Tampa will be seeking revenge after a defeat at the hands of the Panthers on Nov. 6. With such a tight race in the NFC this year, neither team can afford a loss. The Panthers opened as 6-point favorites for what’s likely to be a defensive matchup.

In a game with big playoff implications, the Kansas City Chiefs (8-4) head to Dallas to take on the Cowboys (7-5). Both teams are aiming for a wild-card berth and whoever loses will suffer a serious setback. Kansas City and Dallas both must win at least three of their final four games to realize a chance to play in the postseason. Can the Chiefs rely on running back Larry Johnson to lead the charge? Cowboys opened as 3-point favorites.

For more information on Bodog’s NFL wagers, see http://www.bodog.com/sports-betting/nfl-football.jsp

Bodog.com, located in San Jose, Costa Rica, is federally licensed by the Costa Rican and UK governments. One of the pioneers in the field, [url=http://www.bodog.com/welcome/266054.html]Bodog.com[/utl] is the top-ranked US facing online gamblíng brand, with highest site traffic amongst multi-product US gaming web sites according to Hitwise. Bodog.com, valued at over US $1 billion and ranked in the Power 10 online companies by eGaming Review, has processed over $6 billion in wagers in the last 12 months. Bodog.com Marketing Conference, www.bodogconference.com, will take place in Las Vegas, Summer 2006, attracting the leaders of the online gamblíng industry. Bodog Entertainment Group also includes a music label, BodogMusic, an online magazine, BodogNation, and other properties coming soon. For more information, contact Media Relations at 1.866.591.0217, or pr@bodog.com. BODOG is a registered trademark of Bodog Entertainment Group S.A.

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Tommy Now go get your shinebox Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Sportscapper Island Posts: 15,068	Colts A Growing Worry For Bookmakers December 8, 2005. With many experts proclaiming the 2005 Indianapolis Colts as potentially the greatest team ever, Sunday’s game against the Jacksonville Jaguars is certain to be one of the highlights of Week 14 of the NFL season. Bodog.com bookmakers have posted the odds. NFL opponents aren’t the only ones concerned about the Indianapolis Colts’ drive for perfection. In an article to be published on Thursday, online gamblíng magazine BodogNation points out that bettors who wagered $100 on the Colts to win every game this season would have profited by $519. “Sportsbooks that depend on the uncertainty of wagering on the NFL are at risk by a Colts’ team that looks more and more like a sure thing,” says Calvin Ayre, Founder and CEO of Bodog.com. “With four games left and bettors jumping on board in droves, there may be lots of sleepless nights for the bookmakers.” The Colts (12-0) are 8.5-point favorites as they head to Alltel Stadium to face the Jaguars (9-3) in hopes of clinching the AFC South and home-field advantage throughout the playoffs. Will Peyton Manning turn on his “A” game and put the inexperience of Jacksonville quarterback David Garrard to the test? Another key game this weekend is the NFC South battle between the Carolina Panthers (9-3) and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (8-4). Tampa will be seeking revenge after a defeat at the hands of the Panthers on Nov. 6. With such a tight race in the NFC this year, neither team can afford a loss. The Panthers opened as 6-point favorites for what’s likely to be a defensive matchup. In a game with big playoff implications, the Kansas City Chiefs (8-4) head to Dallas to take on the Cowboys (7-5). Both teams are aiming for a wild-card berth and whoever loses will suffer a serious setback. Kansas City and Dallas both must win at least three of their final four games to realize a chance to play in the postseason. Can the Chiefs rely on running back Larry Johnson to lead the charge? Cowboys opened as 3-point favorites. For more information on Bodog’s NFL wagers, see http://www.bodog.com/sports-betting/nfl-football.jsp Bodog.com, located in San Jose, Costa Rica, is federally licensed by the Costa Rican and UK governments. One of the pioneers in the field, [url=http://www.bodog.com/welcome/266054.html]Bodog.com[/utl] is the top-ranked US facing online gamblíng brand, with highest site traffic amongst multi-product US gaming web sites according to Hitwise. Bodog.com, valued at over US $1 billion and ranked in the Power 10 online companies by eGaming Review, has processed over $6 billion in wagers in the last 12 months. Bodog.com Marketing Conference, www.bodogconference.com, will take place in Las Vegas, Summer 2006, attracting the leaders of the online gamblíng industry. Bodog Entertainment Group also includes a music label, BodogMusic, an online magazine, BodogNation, and other properties coming soon. For more information, contact Media Relations at 1.866.591.0217, or pr@bodog.com. BODOG is a registered trademark of Bodog Entertainment Group S.A.
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