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The Minnesota Vikings have surprised many by starting the season as one of the NFL's best teams, remaining undefeated against the spread after four weeks. Quarterback Sam Darnold has emerged as an MVP candidate, drawing significant betting interest. Meanwhile, the betting landscape has seen a notable trend towards underdogs performing well, with several teams pulling off outright upsets. The article also touches on the dramatic betting shifts during the Georgia-Alabama college football game, showcasing the volatility of sports betting.
- The Vikings are the first team in Super Bowl Era to start 4-0 outright with no more than a one-point favorite in any game.
- Sam Darnold's MVP odds have significantly improved, reflecting his strong performance this season.
- Underdogs have had a successful start to the season, with many covering the spread and pulling off upsets.
Sam Darnold | QB
Breakout
Pickup
Week 4
- Darnold has generated MVP buzz with his performance, moving from 100-1 odds to +1400.
- He has received significant betting interest, with 50% of bets at DraftKings to win MVP.
Aaron Jones | RB
Week 4
93 rush yards
- Jones had a strong performance with 93 rushing yards but did not score a touchdown.
- He attracted heavy betting interest to score a touchdown in his return to Lambeau.
Devin Singletary | RB
Injury
Week 4
1 receptions
14 rec yards
- Singletary was heavily bet to go over on receiving yards but finished with only one catch for 14 yards.
Breece Hall | RB
Week 4
18 rush yards
- Hall was popular among bettors to score a touchdown but finished with only 18 total yards.
Saquon Barkley | RB
Week 4
116 rush yards
- Barkley had a solid game with 116 total yards but did not find the end zone.
Minnesota Vikings
- The Vikings are currently the last undefeated team against the spread.
- They have defied expectations with their performance, drawing significant betting interest.
New York Giants
- The Giants have struggled with player prop bets, particularly with Devin Singletary.
New York Jets
- The Jets' Breece Hall failed to meet expectations in a close loss.
Philadelphia Eagles
- The Eagles lost to the Buccaneers despite Saquon Barkley's strong performance.