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Today's Betting Overview - 49ers @ Raiders
The 49ers take on the Raiders on Sunday, January 1st at Allegiant Stadium, Las Vegas. RotoBaller provides free handicapping picks and odds for all NFL games throughout the 2022 season.
- Matchup: San Francisco 49ers (11-4) vs. Las Vegas Raiders (6-9)
- Date: Sunday, January 1st, 2022
- Time: 4:05 PM ET
- Venue: Allegiant Stadium
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San Francisco 49ers - NFL Betting Analysis
Last week, the 49ers knocked off the Commanders by a score of 37-20, giving them an important win over an NFC opponent. In addition to winning straight up, the team covered the spread as -6.5 point favorites. In terms of the over-under, the teams combined for 57 points, which surpassed the betting line of 37. On their way to picking up a 17-point win, San Francisco held a 7-point lead heading into the 4th quarter at 21-14. Through 15 games, the 49ers have an ATS record of 10-5. So far, they have an over-under record of 7-8. This week's betting total of 44.5 is right in line with their previous games.
As the 49ers prepare to take on Las Vegas, they have played well on offense, ranking 8th in points per game at 25.0. Look for the team to put together another strong offensive performance, as they are facing a Raiders defense ranked 24th in points per game. Throughout the game, San Francisco should be able to move the ball through the air, as they are the 12th-ranked team in terms of passing yards. In addition, they are facing off against a defense that has been vulnerable in the secondary. On the ground, the 49ers should be in line for a good performance, as they are one of the better rushing teams in the league and are facing a defense that has its problem stopping the run.
Las Vegas Raiders - NFL Betting Analysis
Heading into week 16, the Las Vegas Raiders are looking to bounce back from a loss to the Steelers by a score of 13-10, giving them a loss against an AFC opponent. Las Vegas lost the game by more than anticipated, as the oddsmakers placed them as 2.5-point underdogs. The two teams combined point total of 23 remained below the betting line of 38. In the losing effort, the Raiders blew a 7-point lead heading into the 4th quarter, as Pittsburgh outscored them by 10 in the final period. Through 15 games, the Raiders have an ATS record of 7-8. So far, they have an over-under record of 7-7-1. This week's betting total of 44.5 is right in line with their previous games.
Heading into this week's matchup, the Raiders offense is averaging 23.2 points per game, placing them 12th in the NFL. Points could be hard to come by against the NFL's top-ranked scoring defense. For the season, the Raiders are ranked 13th in pass yards with a per-game averge of 225.9. Coming into the game, the Raiders are running the ball similar to the league average at 121.7 yards per game (15th).
Today's NFL Betting Pick - 49ers vs. Raiders
When looking back at the recent matchups between San Francisco and Las Vegas, the 49ers have won 2 of the last 3 games. The over-under record in these games sits at 0-3, with the average scoring total coming in at 33.3 points. San Francisco and Las Vegas did not play each other in the 2021-2022 regular season.
The San Francisco 49ers have gone 2-1 vs the spread in these games. The 49ers' offense has averaged 21.33 points per game over the 3 most recent meetings with Las Vegas, compared to the Raiders at 12.0.
Spanning across their last 3 games, San Francisco has gone 3-0. This also includes going 3-0 ATS and an over-under mark of 2-1
Across their last 3 road contests, San Francisco has been good against the spread posting a mark of 3-0. Their overall mark in these games was 3-0 while averaging 30.0 points per game.
Over their last 3 regular season games, the Raiders have gone 1-2 straight up. In addition, the team has not done well vs the spread, going 1-2. Their over-under record in these games was 1-2.
Across their last 3 home contests, Las Vegas has been good against the spread posting a mark of 2-1. Their overall mark in these games was 2-1, while averaging 25.67 points per game.
Recommended ATS Betting Pick: 49ers -6.0
Recommended OU Betting Pick: Over 44.5
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