Originally Posted by
KVB
...Another reason we are at 5.5 has to do with what seems to be a Super Bowl tradition. My information confirms that those who like the underdog are getting the moneyline while those who like the favorite are buying the spread. The moneyline for Denver is over 2-1 in many places. Psychologically, over +200 can seem great but in this case is not a good deal, but with so few knowing that, the books want to prevent raising that moneyline and have to hold back on the spread a little. Further, less than 6 feels like a good buy for the favorite, and is to some.
It seems the books are welcoming the traditional Super Bowl action. This should be taken into account...