Simplebet has broken down some notable trends centered around first-drive picks to help NFL bettors get results early in Week 8 on DraftKings Sportsbook.
Thursday
Minnesota Vikings at Los Angeles Rams
1st MIN Vikings Drive: Touchdown (+205)
Over the last four games, Minnesota has logged three opening-drive touchdowns. That’s helped the Vikings rank sixth in touchdowns per game this season.
Meanwhile, the Rams rank among the 10 worst teams in terms of touchdowns allowed per game.
Sunday
Dallas Cowboys at San Francisco 49ers
1st SF 49ers Drive Granular: Field Goal Made +400
If there’s one thing San Francisco has done well, it’s make field goals. The 49ers are tied for the most field goals made this season with 19.
Against Dallas, they’re in position to get one early. The Cowboys are coming off a game in which they gave up a score on every first-half drive.
Monday
New York Giants at Pittsburgh Steelers
1st PIT Steelers Drive Granular: Field Goal Made +450
Pittsburgh is the team tied with the 49ers for most field goals. Not only that, the Steelers have opened their two prime time games this season with opening-drive field goals.
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