Don’t Be a Sucker on These 3 Monday Night Football Bets

• An alternate line on the Houston Texans is a better MNF bet than taking Houston on the spread.
• The Cowboys projected total is 16.5 points but Dallas has only been a home underdog of 7+ five times over the last decade.
• A storybook-like moment could happen if the Dalton Schultz odds to score a touchdown pay out but there are better options.

DALLAS – Ah, Monday Night Football in Texas – a spectacle that brings together Cowboys fans, Texans fans, and a whole bunch of people pretending they’re not betting on MNF during dinner beforehand.

This week, we’ve got the Dallas Cowboys taking on the Houston Texans, and while the Lone Star State showdown promises excitement, there’s a lurking danger in the form of bad bets.

Sure, legal sports betting is fun in Texas but don’t let your pride lead you astray. Here are three bets you might be tempted to make—and why you should holster your wallet.

Texans Moneyline

Why people might bet it: It seems like free money. Favored by over a touchdown, the Texans moneyline is a “sure thing” that is likely to hit.

Why it’s a sucker’s bet: The -390 odds are expensive for a quarterback (C.J. Stroud) who is 2-4 ATS as a road favorite. While the eye test says to bet the Texans moneyline, look at an alternate line instead. Moving the spread from Texans -7.5 to Texans -4.5 comes in at -180 odds, a much cheaper option for valuable points.

Cowboys Over 16.5 Points

Why people might bet it: It’s a low number. Hope that Cooper Rush can bring a win or a good showing to the Cowboys.

Why it’s a sucker’s bet: The Cowboys are in bad water when home underdogs of 7 or more. Over the last few games like this, these are the Cowboys points scored: 6 (Cooper Rush), 20 (Cooper Rush), 19 (Garrett Gilbert), 13 (Dak Prescott), 6 (Brandon Weeden). Dating back to 2015, the under is 5-0 against NFL betting sites when the Cowboys are touchdown or more home dogs.

Dalton Schultz Odds To Score A Touchdown

Why people might bet it: It’s an emotional game against his former team in his former stadium. He hasn’t scored a touchdown all year – so all trendy signs are pointing to it.

Why it’s a sucker’s bet: The +280 odds are enticing. Three times your money for the storybook moment. But, it’s the first time that Schultz is playing against the Cowboys, completing his cycle of playing every NFL team in his career. Look for a safer option like Nico Collins (+125) or Tank Dell (+210) instead.

• If you’re sports betting from Texas, remember: Bovada is here to handle your Monday night wagers securely. Don’t let the bright lights of the stadium—or the glitter of an enticing prop bet—blind you to smarter plays.

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