NFL Week 3, $10 Bet Turns Into $3806.50 Lottery Ticket Win: Can Lightning Strike Twice?
Date: 2023-09-24 Author: Dima Zakharov Categories: SPORTS BETTING
Last week, something miraculous happened in the world of sports betting – our $10 lottery ticket bet transformed into a $3806.50 jackpot. It was a Sunday that will forever be etched in memory, but the burning question now is, can we replicate this astounding feat?
This article is the culmination of a week's worth of research and preparation. Below, I'll be sharing some of my top picks for Week 3 in the NFL. I've already placed straight bets on many of these games at their regular odds, but this time, I'm taking a leap of faith with some bold predictions that could lead to another epic win.
I recently checked the odds on Bet365, and they stood at a staggering +37866. However, with the DraftKings 50% boost, those odds get even better at +37965. Without the boost, DraftKings offers a still impressive +25310, while FanDuel doesn't offer the specific bet I'm about to highlight, making a comparison impossible.
If you missed out on the excitement last week, don't succumb to FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) and wager more than you should this time. Remember, this is a lottery ticket, and the key is to keep your risk low. Personally, I'm staking just $10 on this endeavor. Let's aim for two consecutive wins!
Rhamondre Stevenson's Quest for 50+ Receiving Yards
Rhamondre Stevenson may not have been on my radar initially, but I've become increasingly intrigued by his potential for a massive receiving game this week.
Why did he make the cut? Well, it's quite simple. The New York Jets have been generous in allowing receptions to running backs this season, and this trend carried over from the previous year. As the team that has surrendered the most receptions, they've also yielded a whopping 112 receiving yards to running backs in just two weeks.
Enter Stevenson, who has caught all nine of his targets this season, showcasing solid volume for a running back. In Week 1, he finished with an impressive 64 receiving yards, proving his ability to reach the 50+ yard threshold.
Notably, Stevenson has a penchant for delivering exceptional performances against the Jets through the air. Last season, in two meetings, he snatched 13 passes against the Jets, tallying receiving yards of 72 and 56. It's a compelling case.
Furthermore, considering the less-than-ideal weather conditions in New Jersey, the short passing game should receive an additional boost.
Zay Flowers Aims for 75+ Receiving Yards
Zay Flowers has been a hot topic all week, and there's a good reason for it. I've already placed bets on his standard receiving line, and here's why.
Flowers leads the Baltimore Ravens with 15 targets, and the Indianapolis Colts' secondary has proven to be porous. Just last week, the Colts allowed three Houston receivers to accumulate 70+ yards each. What's more, Flowers excels near the line of scrimmage, making him a valuable asset in adverse weather conditions. His explosiveness with the ball in hand adds to his appeal.
The Colts' defense has been vulnerable to big plays, and there's every reason to believe that trend will persist. Flowers has already posted impressive numbers of 78 and 62 yards in his first two career games.
Amari Cooper's Quest for 100+ Receiving Yards
The Tennessee defense has become a regular feature in these lottery ticket parlays, consistently delivering favorable outcomes. In Week 1, Chris Olave amassed 112 yards against the Titans, and last week, Keenan Allen notched 111 yards. The Titans have also allowed two secondary receivers to rack up 80+ yards, making it a glaring weakness likely to persist throughout the season.
Amari Cooper is leading the Cleveland Browns in targets and is fresh off a 90-yard performance. With Nick Chubb out for the season and the Titans' strength lying in stopping the run, Deshaun Watson will likely take to the air, and Cooper, as his top receiver, should be primed to make significant plays that could push us into triple-digit yardage territory.
I've also taken his standard line at 57.5 receiving yards into account.
Justin Jefferson Aims for 125+ Receiving Yards
Considering Justin Jefferson's exceptional performances this season, I briefly contemplated setting the bar at 150+ yards. He's already reached that milestone in both games so far. However, for this parlay, we're asking for a modest 125 yards against a vulnerable Chargers secondary.
The Los Angeles Chargers currently rank second in the league in allowing 20+ yard passes and first in yards per pass attempt. Jefferson and the Minnesota Vikings' passing game are poised to exploit these weaknesses in what promises to be a high-scoring affair.
I've also placed a bet on Jefferson to exceed 100.5 yards, making him a logical inclusion in this parlay.
And that's the plan—four legs, four milestones: 50-75-100-125. Remember to bet responsibly, and if we pull off this feat again, prepare for tears of joy.
This article is the culmination of a week's worth of research and preparation. Below, I'll be sharing some of my top picks for Week 3 in the NFL. I've already placed straight bets on many of these games at their regular odds, but this time, I'm taking a leap of faith with some bold predictions that could lead to another epic win.
I recently checked the odds on Bet365, and they stood at a staggering +37866. However, with the DraftKings 50% boost, those odds get even better at +37965. Without the boost, DraftKings offers a still impressive +25310, while FanDuel doesn't offer the specific bet I'm about to highlight, making a comparison impossible.
If you missed out on the excitement last week, don't succumb to FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) and wager more than you should this time. Remember, this is a lottery ticket, and the key is to keep your risk low. Personally, I'm staking just $10 on this endeavor. Let's aim for two consecutive wins!
Rhamondre Stevenson's Quest for 50+ Receiving Yards
Rhamondre Stevenson may not have been on my radar initially, but I've become increasingly intrigued by his potential for a massive receiving game this week.
Why did he make the cut? Well, it's quite simple. The New York Jets have been generous in allowing receptions to running backs this season, and this trend carried over from the previous year. As the team that has surrendered the most receptions, they've also yielded a whopping 112 receiving yards to running backs in just two weeks.
Enter Stevenson, who has caught all nine of his targets this season, showcasing solid volume for a running back. In Week 1, he finished with an impressive 64 receiving yards, proving his ability to reach the 50+ yard threshold.
Notably, Stevenson has a penchant for delivering exceptional performances against the Jets through the air. Last season, in two meetings, he snatched 13 passes against the Jets, tallying receiving yards of 72 and 56. It's a compelling case.
Furthermore, considering the less-than-ideal weather conditions in New Jersey, the short passing game should receive an additional boost.
Zay Flowers Aims for 75+ Receiving Yards
Zay Flowers has been a hot topic all week, and there's a good reason for it. I've already placed bets on his standard receiving line, and here's why.
Flowers leads the Baltimore Ravens with 15 targets, and the Indianapolis Colts' secondary has proven to be porous. Just last week, the Colts allowed three Houston receivers to accumulate 70+ yards each. What's more, Flowers excels near the line of scrimmage, making him a valuable asset in adverse weather conditions. His explosiveness with the ball in hand adds to his appeal.
The Colts' defense has been vulnerable to big plays, and there's every reason to believe that trend will persist. Flowers has already posted impressive numbers of 78 and 62 yards in his first two career games.
Amari Cooper's Quest for 100+ Receiving Yards
The Tennessee defense has become a regular feature in these lottery ticket parlays, consistently delivering favorable outcomes. In Week 1, Chris Olave amassed 112 yards against the Titans, and last week, Keenan Allen notched 111 yards. The Titans have also allowed two secondary receivers to rack up 80+ yards, making it a glaring weakness likely to persist throughout the season.
Amari Cooper is leading the Cleveland Browns in targets and is fresh off a 90-yard performance. With Nick Chubb out for the season and the Titans' strength lying in stopping the run, Deshaun Watson will likely take to the air, and Cooper, as his top receiver, should be primed to make significant plays that could push us into triple-digit yardage territory.
I've also taken his standard line at 57.5 receiving yards into account.
Justin Jefferson Aims for 125+ Receiving Yards
Considering Justin Jefferson's exceptional performances this season, I briefly contemplated setting the bar at 150+ yards. He's already reached that milestone in both games so far. However, for this parlay, we're asking for a modest 125 yards against a vulnerable Chargers secondary.
The Los Angeles Chargers currently rank second in the league in allowing 20+ yard passes and first in yards per pass attempt. Jefferson and the Minnesota Vikings' passing game are poised to exploit these weaknesses in what promises to be a high-scoring affair.
I've also placed a bet on Jefferson to exceed 100.5 yards, making him a logical inclusion in this parlay.
And that's the plan—four legs, four milestones: 50-75-100-125. Remember to bet responsibly, and if we pull off this feat again, prepare for tears of joy.
