[Lock Of The Aeon]

With the regular season almost half over, I took a look at the NFL futures at a few different websites. Obviously, Green Bay and New England are the two favorites, but their odds aren't good enough to justify a long term investment. So, taking them out of the equation, I found two teams that I believe have the best value, and have a good chance to cash. I took one team from each conference.

Pittsburgh Steelers +1050 (5Dimes) - They were so close last season, and have shown no signs of a Super Bowl hangover so far this season. The win over New England was huge for their confidence and for potential home field advantage in the playoffs. Ben Roethlisberger just wins, and this team knows how to get it done in the playoffs. Great odds on the team that I believe will be the #1 seed in the AFC.

New Orleans Saints +1500 (Sportsbook.com) - Despite their loss at St. Louis, I still think they're the 2nd best team in the NFC. They went toe to toe with Green Bay on the road in week 1. They've played 5 road games and only 3 home games so far. There's no reason why they can't still win 11 games and get a bye. They won the Super Bowl just two seasons ago. Although I believe Green Bay will win the NFC again, I will take a shot on New Orleans at these odds.

Added:

Pittsburgh Steelers to win AFC North -110 (BookMaker)(2x)

Oakland Raiders to win AFC West +450 (5Dimes)

Philadelphia Eagles to NOT win NFC East -145 (5Dimes)(2x)

Your expert opinions are welcome!

[GunShard]

Some say that the Steelers and Packers could repeat at the super bowl.

[SethM_6]

well i just threw twenty bucks on the pats at start of season just for shits and giggles, but payout was 118, not bad at all for twenty bucks. i think i may toss 5 on steelers and pack just to see, but i really dont see saints doing it... i wonder what the odds for the bills are? now thatd be one hell of a play

[iwantcougars]

i like the saints to win the nfc

[Lock Of The Aeon]

I also played the following, might as well post them.

Pittsburgh Steelers to win AFC North -110 (BookMaker)(2x)

Oakland Raiders to win AFC West +450 (5Dimes)

Philadelphia Eagles to NOT win NFC East -145 (5Dimes)(2x)

I went a bit nuts here. Hopefully it will pay off in January or February.

[Lock Of The Aeon]

The division futures don't look too bad right now. Especially the Philadelphia wager. There's no way they win the NFC East now. And Oakland looks like great value at +450 to win the AFC West right now.

What do you think?