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The Minnesota Vikings have surprised many by becoming one of the NFL's best teams, starting the season with a 4-0 record against the spread despite being underdogs in most games. Quarterback Sam Darnold has emerged as a potential MVP candidate, significantly shifting his odds from 100-1 to +1400. Meanwhile, the betting landscape has seen underdogs performing well, with notable performances from various teams and players impacting betting outcomes. The article also touches on the dramatic shifts in betting odds during the Georgia-Alabama college football game, highlighting the unpredictable nature of sports betting.
- Vikings are the last undefeated team against the spread.
- Sam Darnold's MVP odds have drastically improved.
- Underdogs have been performing well this season.
Sam Darnold | QB
Breakout
Pickup
Week 4
250 pass yards
2 pass TDs
1 interceptions
- Darnold has emerged as an MVP candidate, moving from 100-1 to +1400 odds.
- He has received significant betting support, with 50% of bets on him to win MVP.
Aaron Jones | RB
Pickup
Week 4
93 rush yards
- Jones had a strong performance with 93 rushing yards but did not score.
- He attracted a lot of betting action for a touchdown but fell short.
Devin Singletary | RB
Injury
Week 4
1 receptions
14 rec yards
- Singletary was heavily bet to go over on receiving yards but only managed one catch for 14 yards.
- This highlights the unpredictability of player props.
Breece Hall | RB
Injury
Week 4
18 rush yards
- Hall was favored to score a touchdown but finished with only 18 total yards.
- He struggled in a close loss to the Broncos.
Saquon Barkley | RB
Pickup
Week 4
116 rush yards
- Barkley had a solid game with 116 total yards but did not find the end zone.
- He continues to be a focal point for the Eagles.
Minnesota Vikings
- Vikings are the only undefeated team against the spread.
- They have shown resilience as underdogs, winning crucial games.
New York Giants
- The Giants continue to struggle with player performance and betting expectations.
New York Jets
- The Jets have faced challenges, with key players underperforming in recent games.
Philadelphia Eagles
- The Eagles are still competitive but need to convert yardage into points.
Denver Broncos
- The Broncos have shown resilience, pulling off close wins against tough opponents.