AFC and NFC Division Winners: Key NFL Betting Insights for 2024

As the NFL season progresses, BetMGM Sportsbook provides an in-depth look at the division futures market. With favorites, liabilities, and highest ticket/handle percentages for each division, we break down the betting trends that matter most. From the AFC East to the NFC West, these insights reveal where bettors are placing their money and where the biggest risks lie for sportsbooks.

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AFC East: Jets Were the Bettors’ Favorite, Bills the Winner

At the beginning of the season, the New York Jets garnered the most attention in the AFC East, claiming 42.7% of tickets and a staggering 63.8% of the handle. The hype around Aaron Rodgers fueled their market interest, making the Jets the biggest liability. However, it was the Buffalo Bills who delivered, clinching the division title.

Key Trends:

• Favorite: Bills (Winner)
• Highest Ticket%: Jets (42.7%)
• Highest Handle%: Jets (63.8%)
• Biggest Liability: Jets

AFC North: Steelers Favored, Ravens Hold More Handle

The Pittsburgh Steelers lead as the division favorite at -175, with 34.8% of tickets backing them. However, Baltimore Ravens bettors have been more aggressive, capturing 46.9% of the handle. Despite the Ravens’ heavy handle, sportsbooks view the Steelers as the biggest liability in the AFC North futures market.

Key Trends:

• Favorite: Steelers (-175)
• Highest Ticket%: Steelers (34.8%)
• Highest Handle%: Ravens (46.9%)
• Biggest Liability: Steelers

AFC South: Texans Surpass Expectations

The Houston Texans were a popular bet in the AFC South, leading the market in ticket percentage (29.7%) and handle percentage (42.5%). Despite heavy backing, sportsbooks saw the Jacksonville Jaguars as the biggest liability in this division. Ultimately, the Texans emerged as the winners, proving bettors right.

Key Trends:

• Favorite: Texans (Winner)
• Highest Ticket%: Texans (29.7%)
• Highest Handle%: Texans (42.5%)
• Biggest Liability: Jaguars

AFC West: Chiefs Dominate, Broncos Pose a Risk

In the AFC West, the Kansas City Chiefs once again lived up to expectations, taking the division crown. They led the market with 32.5% of tickets and an overwhelming 89.7% of the handle. The Denver Broncos were the sportsbooks’ biggest liability, but despite beating expectations, KC has been too good to topple.

Key Trends:

• Favorite: Chiefs (Winner)
• Highest Ticket%: Chiefs (32.5%)
• Highest Handle%: Chiefs (89.7%)
• Biggest Liability: Broncos

NFC East: Eagles Reign Supreme

The Philadelphia Eagles dominated the NFC East with -10000 odds, securing a massive 72.3% handle. Despite strong betting interest in the Washington Commanders, who led in ticket percentage (43.8%), the Eagles’ dominance turned them into a near certainty to win the division.

Key Trends:

• Favorite: Eagles (-10000)
• Highest Ticket%: Commanders (43.8%)
• Highest Handle%: Eagles (72.3%)
• Biggest Liability: Commanders

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NFC North: Lions Backed to Deliver

The Detroit Lions have emerged as one of the most popular bets in the NFC North, taking 45.5% of tickets and 64.6% of the handle. At -275 odds, the Lions’ strong performance aligns with bettors’ confidence, but sportsbooks still list them as the biggest liability in this division.

Key Trends:

• Favorite: Lions (-275)
• Highest Ticket%: Lions (45.5%)
• Highest Handle%: Lions (64.6%)
• Biggest Liability: Lions

NFC South: Buccaneers Leading, Panthers Risk Exposure

In the NFC South, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers remain the favorite with -400 odds. They lead in ticket percentage (31.6%) and handle (29.6%). Interestingly, sportsbooks saw the Carolina Panthers as the biggest liability in the division despite the team’s underwhelming season.

Key Trends:

• Favorite: Buccaneers (-400)
• Highest Ticket%: Buccaneers (31.6%)
• Highest Handle%: Buccaneers (29.6%)
• Biggest Liability: Panthers

NFC West: Rams Lead, 49ers Threaten

The Los Angeles Rams are the current favorite to win the NFC West at -155 odds. They hold the highest ticket percentage at 28.4%, while the San Francisco 49ers have drawn more significant bets, leading the handle at 35.5%. The Rams remain the biggest liability for sportsbooks in this division.

Key Trends:

• Favorite: Rams (-155)
• Highest Ticket%: Rams (28.4%)
• Highest Handle%: 49ers (35.5%)
• Biggest Liability: Rams

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