Let's talk about Parlays with Donnie! When are they a Good Idea? BMR's NFL offseason bettors workout is about to get controversial!!

[BMR Social]

Feel free to share your thoughts or questions on the subject of parlays for our NFL sherpa @donnie. And don't worry about teasers. We'll cover that next week! So... are parlays ever a good idea? And remember, only ten more weeks until September!

Who's ready for some football!?!?!?

 

[BobbyFK]

Only way I’ll play them is two big ML dogs

 

[lemartinsports]

i rarely will play a parlay. i do like teasers though

 

[lemartinsports]

5 team 6pt teasers for nfl, key right there

 

[BMR Genie]

Wow! 10 weeks left??!! I feel like I’m still hangover from the last Super Bowl!

 

[nbw]

sorry wrong thread

 

[BMR Social]

Well, we have some good stuff. Let's keep it coming. Big favorites on the moneyline are a thing? Are round robins a good idea? So much to play around with regarding this topic and we're sure someone has a creative look on the matter but this is a great start!

 

[donnie]

I'm not a big NFL Parlay Guy Overall but would like to hear some strategy for the crew

 

[lemartinsports]

Wow! 10 weeks left??!! I feel like I’m still hangover from the last Super Bowl!

genie, your avi

 

[donnie]

Do most prefer to bet ML Parlays in the NFL or Sides? Obviously the payout is much better with laying the price or taking the points. But some just like the feeling of picking the winner for a Plus Money Payout and not worrying about covering a number.

 

[Enikk]

NFL is not the sport to bet mL parlays. Your will get burnt. Just look at how far most survivor contests players get. Not very far. I may fill an open parlay with an NFL live bet or start an open parlay with a live NFL play but will rarely do a pre-match NFL parlay.

 

[mikesmith99]

NFL is not the sport to bet mL parlays. Your will get burnt. Just look at how far most survivor contests players get. Not very far. I may fill an open parlay with an NFL live bet or start an open parlay with a live NFL play but will rarely do a pre-match NFL parlay.

Bold strategy man. Im always a little cautious when it comes to live parlays, specially nfl because you get stuck in the moment but will give it a try. Have seen you play those open spots in the past very well so I do think that parlays with open legs are a must in any parlay strategy

Do most prefer to bet ML Parlays in the NFL or Sides? Obviously the payout is much better with laying the price or taking the points. But some just like the feeling of picking the winner for a Plus Money Payout and not worrying about covering a number.

I feel if you're playing it smart and getting value return dont get greedy. Look for those edges. I'd prefer ML options and then maybe cushion it with a -110 line or if I feel confident about a plus play, throw it in there.

But no need to go for those +300 or +500 parlays. Give me a 2 or 3 teamer with +140 value or +180 value and I'll take those odds....


And for the sake of your bankroll kids, please stay away from round robins unless you do it for the entertainment....

 

[Enikk]

Bold strategy man. Im always a little cautious when it comes to live parlays, specially nfl because you get stuck in the moment but will give it a try. Have seen you play those open spots in the past very well so I do think that parlays with open legs are a must in any parlay strategy

Almost all books don't let you do it or have limited the amounts and number of teams. That alone tells you it is a good play. Basically setting yourself up with a teaser but at parlay odds

 

[Markush]

Almost all books don't let you do it or have limited the amounts and number of teams. That alone tells you it is a good play. Basically setting yourself up with a teaser but at parlay odds

Well speaking of things that are not allowed by the books aka correlated bets, I had an idea the other day regarding a possible workaround this and try to get some plus value. Some big books that also work outside the states like bet365 will let you mix side and total for some games.

Since this is not available why not try to see if the bet builder available allows you to parlay team totals and and sides for example. If you are handicapping a game sometimes you'll find edges like this that are not very common markets and bettors tend to forget when putting together a play.

Again, I know this is very limited to shops that offer this feature and are not stingy when circling games (thinking BetOnline is a good example) but since parlays are better only once in a while, might as well keep this in your arsenal.

Do most prefer to bet ML Parlays in the NFL or Sides? Obviously the payout is much better with laying the price or taking the points. But some just like the feeling of picking the winner for a Plus Money Payout and not worrying about covering a number.

 

[BMR Social]

Good stuff BMR family! I can tell you that Donnie has recorded the video and it should be fun! The only problem is that it won't be as cool as the next one up regarding Teasers!! We'll open up the thread in a bit so everyone can chime in!

 

[JDS]

Almost all books don't let you do it or have limited the amounts and number of teams. That alone tells you it is a good play. Basically setting yourself up with a teaser but at parlay odds

My friend is big on Bovada with their live parlay bets nightly. Other than that offshore book. I have never seen it as an option.

 

[Enikk]

My friend is big on Bovada with their live parlay bets nightly. Other than that offshore book. I have never seen it as an option.

You will get better juice on the live parlays at Bookmaker or justbet and can add 2 open spots. Bovada will have more options though

 

[Enikk]

My friend is big on Bovada with their live parlay bets nightly. Other than that offshore book. I have never seen it as an option.

So if you like a team to win but know they always start slow make it an open parlay with 1 spot. Than add that play when you see the line you want. It is a great way to eliminate juice

 

[Pimike]

Bet individual plays on the spread no parlays.


If need buy a point. Or half for key number.

 

[JDS]

You will get better juice on the live parlays at Bookmaker or justbet and can add 2 open spots. Bovada will have more options though

I had no idea Bookmaker even offered live parlays. I know they offer the 2 open spot option for pregame. Heritage offers all the way up to a 14 team spot option starting with one play, but this is for pregame parlays not live to my knowledge.