Bet, Book And Handle

Bet a clearly superior team any time it is favored by less than a touchdown.

Bet the team you like regardless of injuries, home field, etc. Those factors have already been included in the line.

Don't bet games in which the weather is likely to be a factor. You're guessing.

Bet convictions, not hunches. When in doubt, pass the game up.

Bet with your emotions, but don't be carried away.

A few generalizations about bookies, betting and the points:

Russian proverb: "Believe not your own brother, believe instead your own crooked eye."

Don't be intimidated by the line. If you think a favorite isn't favored by enough or an underdog is underdogged by too much, bet it. The line is fallible.

Bet on the public (popular) teams early in the week, bet against them as late as possible.

Try to get the best of the line by using two or more bookies. If a game is 3�, 4�, 6� etc., and you're not interested in it unless you can get another half-point or give a half-point less, tell the bookmaker. He may give it to you immediately or get back to you when and if it becomes available.