Island NFL games bring in the numbers -- and the bets. In an attempt to boost gamer bankrolls, this only occasionally profitable bettor will attempt to stack greenbacks. As always, fade or follow -- that’s up to you.
The Pick: SGP - TreVeyon Henderson 45+ rush yards, Rhamondre Stevenson 10+ receiving yards (+106, theScore)
A dynamic duo on par with Rudolph and Yukon Cornelius.
That’s what New England’s TreVeyeon Henderson and Rhamondre Stevenson have become.
Sorry, Hermey. We didn’t forget about you. But, please, concentrate on dentistry.
Henderson and Stevenson have worked in concert wonderfully the past few weeks. Whether as rushers, receivers or end-zone penetrators, each has had highlight moments. Roughly, a 60-40 Henderson-to-Stevenson split should continue.
A punching bag earlier this season, Baltimore has tightened up defensively in recent games. Since Week 10, the Ravens are No. 1 in rush EPA and No. 10 in dropback EPA D. Getting granular during their last five games, the Charm City reps surrendered only 3.44 yards per carry and 75.0 rush yards per game to rushing RBs. Meanwhile, to the pass-catching variety, they’ve allowed 6.2 receptions and 49.8 receiving yards per game over the stretch.
It took a minute for Henderson to tap into the skillset that sent Fantasyland into a frenzy in August. After a sluggish start to the regular season, he’s routinely barreled through arm tackles and logged numerous explosive plays. Over his last six games, he’s racked a 4.37 YAC per attempt, the third-best among qualifying backs. As for the number needed, he’s tallied at least 45 ground yards in seven straight matchups.
As for Stevenson, of late, he’s been an active route runner. He’s generated at least 10 receiving yards in three of his last four contests. Overall this season, he’s averaged 15.8 routes run per game (49.4% of the time), netting a noteworthy 10.5 yards per catch. In other words, all that’s likely required is an OCC (One Catch Cash) for the parlay leg to hit.
Based on their defensive efforts down the homestretch, Baltimore may have the outward appearance of a ferocious Bumble. However, the thresholds required seem quite achievable.
Channeling Yukon … WAHOOOOOOO!!!
NO CONTEXT PARLAY PLAY: SGP - Patriots +7.5, Derrick Henry 50+ rush yards, Lamar Jackson 20+ rush yards, TreVeyeon Henderson 10+ rush attempts (+130, theScore)