The NFL regular season doesnt kick off for five months, but that doesnt mean you cant fire any football-related wagers right now. Wise guys arent necessarily spraying future bets in April, but if theres a good price available on a certain player or team, people will pounce. I like to lean on betting buddies who do this for a living to gauge their temperature. This page may contain affiliate links to legal sports betting partners. If you sign up or place a wager, FOX Sports may be compensated. Read more about Sports Betting on FOX Sports. Professional bettor Rob Pizzola has the Detroit Lions circled. "I think the Lions are a good team to back this season," Pizzola told me. "The average person thinks their window has closed, but last season they had the most adjusted games lost due to injury ever. At one point, they were without their entire starting secondary for multiple weeks. "And the offense is still very good even though the offensive line isnt what it once was. Chicago and Green Bay are way overrated in the division. "Its a good time to buy low on Detroit." There you have it. Here are three other bets wise guys are eyeing: Tennessee Titans Over/Under 6.5 wins The first win total posted on Tennessee was O/U 6, and it didnt last long. Sharps knocked it to 6.5 almost immediately, and its starting to get expensive at some shops. BetMGM has 6.5 ov-125 and DraftKings is dealing 6.5 ov-140, but if you do your diligence, theres a +105 at FanDuel. Save yourself the 45 cents if youre going to join the betting blitz on Cam Ward and new head coach Robert Saleh. One wise guy bet the Titans to make the playoffs at +325. PICK: Titans (+105) Over 6.5 wins Chicago Bears Under 9.5 wins Bears apologists will say this number is disrespectful after Caleb Williams and Ben Johnson led the team to 11 wins and a postseason victory over the Packers a year ago, but 9.5 is actually high for Chicago. It feels like the franchise has been lined at 8 or 8.5 forever. Its highly unlikely the Bears can duplicate all the comeback victories from last season and a much tougher schedule and natural regression dont help the case, either. PICK: Bears (-115) Under 9.5 wins Carolina Panthers win NFC South "They should not have the longest odds to win the division," my buddy Vegas Rick said over the phone. "It doesnt make any sense." Theres a lot to like about Carolinas progression from a two-win team to a five-win team to an eight-win team over the last three years. If Bryce Young takes another step forward, theres no reason the Panthers cant contend. They have a wide range, with +320, +350, +370 and +425 all available in the market. Make sure you get the best price. PICK: Panthers (+425) to win NFC South

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Robert MacIntyre has received a formal reprimand from Augusta National officials following his conduct during Thursday's first round at the 2026 MastersThe Scottish golfer was reminded about the tournament's code of conduct after his behaviour raised concerns about potential disciplinary action.Multiple outlets had reported that the World No 8 risked facing sanctions before confirmation emerged that Augusta National had addressed the matter directly with him.The Ryder Cup player cut a visibly frustrated figure throughout his round, particularly during a difficult stretch on the back nine where his score deteriorated significantly.TRENDINGStoriesVideosYour SayTelevision microphones picked up the 29-year-old using profane language on several occasions as his round unravelled.MacIntyre was also captured slamming his club forcefully into the turf on both the 14th and 17th fairways in displays of visible anger.Perhaps most notably, the left-hander was observed making a brief middle finger gesture after his ball found the water hazard on the 15th hole.That particular hole proved catastrophic for the Scot, who went on to record a quadruple-bogey nine after visiting the water twice.LATEST SPORTS NEWS:Tyson Fury's wife and daughter make feelings clear on boxing return as blockbuster comeback loomsLuke Littler kept apart from Gian van Veen as details emerge after explosive rowBritish golf star in hot water and facing punishment after furious behaviour at MastersMacIntyre declined to speak with journalists after completing his round.The opening round of 80 represented a shocking performance from a player who had arrived at Augusta among the tournament favourites.His scorecard showed just one birdie against three bogeys, a double-bogey and the damaging quadruple on the 15th.MacIntyre's recent form had suggested he was primed for a strong showing, having finished runner-up at last year's US Open for his best major result to date.He also claimed fourth place at The Players Championship and tied for second at the Texas Open in his two most recent events.The Scot now faces a battle to make the cut on Friday, with failure meaning back-to-back missed cuts at Augusta National.Meanwhile, Rory McIlroy will be hoping for another fine showing on Friday.The Northern Irishman sits top with a score of -5 heading into day two, with the 36-year-old chasing another triumph following his win over Justin Rose 12 months ago. Our Standards: The GB News Editorial Charter

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