TFD: An amusing look back at the preseason over-under bets for NFL teams

Good times

December 27, 2012 at 10:46PM
(The Minnesota Star Tribune)

In the midst of readying our deflector shields in preparation for the Star Wars enthusiasts we have apparently crossed today, we also became a bit curious as to what the over-under bet would have been for the Vikings at the beginning of the season. We found a total per sportsbook.com on this site, and it was about as we expected: 6 wins was the line. We would have taken the over -- as noted here -- but we wouldn't have done so with supreme confidence. They have, of course, obliterated that mark and can make the playoffs with a win Sunday. Curious about the other 31 teams? Have a look-see as to their expected finish, in standings form:

(The Minnesota Star Tribune)
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Michael Rand

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Michael Rand is the Minnesota Star Tribune's Digital Sports Senior Writer and host/creator of the Daily Delivery podcast. In 25 years covering Minnesota sports at the Minnesota Star Tribune, he has seen just about everything (except, of course, a Vikings Super Bowl).

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