The 49ers’ Week 1 win over the Rams absolutely shook up the early NFL betting odds, but maybe not in the way anyone in the Emerald City would expect. Even after taking a loss, the Rams remain the overall favorites to win the Super Bowl, holding onto +650 odds, down only slightly from their preseason +500.
The NFC West Race Just Got Real
This is where it gets incredibly interesting for Seattle. The 49ers are now the clear favorites to take the division title, sitting at +160 odds after their opening victory. And our beloved Seahawks? We’re right behind them, holding strong at +175 odds! That’s a real statement early in the season, proving we’re right there in the mix, and it’s got the 12s buzzing. The Rams, despite their lofty Super Bowl status, are currently third in the division odds at +205. And hey, let’s not forget about the Arizona Cardinals, who are extreme long shots at +4500. It’s a tight race at the top, and Week 1 proved everything is truly up for grabs in the NFC West.
L.A.’s Super Bowl Odds Have Us Scratching Our Heads
So, how in the world are the Rams still Super Bowl favorites, even after losing Week 1 and sitting third in the NFC West? It feels completely counterintuitive, right? The oddsmakers are apparently looking way down the road, banking on the Rams being a dominant force once the postseason hits. Currently, the 49ers’ Super Bowl odds are +1400, tied with the Kansas City Chiefs for the fifth-best chance to win it all, which feels more in line with what we’ve seen so far. The big caveat for the Rams is their health and personnel, with Myles Garrett already on injured reserve and Aaron Donald yet to even play. This makes it easy to see why they might start slow and fall behind in the division standings. But the experts truly believe that if they just make it into the playoffs, whether on the road or not, they’ll be a ridiculously tough team to beat. It’s a massive bet on their potential, not their immediate performance, which is a wild take after just one week of action.
The early season picture in the NFC West is already showing some wild swings and unexpected twists. Our Seahawks are right in the thick of the division race after one game, a promising start that gives us plenty to cheer about. With the Rams potentially finding their stride later, and the 49ers looking hot, every game from here on out is gonna matter big time for the Emerald City. Can’t wait to see what Week 2 brings!
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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