Analyzing the Ravens 2018 win total odds

With the Baltimore Ravens coming off of a 9-7 season and missing the playoffs for the third consecutive year Youth Tony Jefferson Jersey , it is tough to get a read on how their final record will shake out in 2018. Some analysts like their chances to rebound and be in the playoff hunt, while others see them as a candidate to backslide, since the Ravens face a tougher schedule this season. A look at the win total Vegas odds makers have set is a way for fans to gauge how the experts view a team. This also includes the option for people to wager on the odds to finish over or under that projected total, which gives a deeper perspective on how the public anticipates the squad to fare against expectations.Unfortunately, the website OddShark’s does not show a definitive outlook for Baltimore either way, setting their win line at eight flat. However, the Ravens are slightly favored to hit the over at -145 http://www.ravensauthorizedshops.com/authentic-brandon-carr-jersey , while being set at +125 to be under eight. This is a pretty middle of the pack viewpoint for a team that’s made some nice offensive upgrades, though it seems fair considering how little they have moved the needle nationally the last several years. For reference, they were one of four teams projected for exactly eight wins along side the Titans, Seahawks and Raiders.Back in June, CBS Sports’ Will Brinson analyzed the Ravens upcoming season in the context of their win odds. He starts by giving a quick recap of the offseason, including his thoughts on the moves:Brinson then goes on to look at how a relatively difficult schedule may end up tipping the scales one way or the other for the Ravens:Brinson ultimately goes on to make his pick, the Ravens hitting the over: Brinson’s assessment is a valid one. As much as the schedule should be more difficult Matt Skura Jersey , the team will be better this season as the addition of new offensive weapons and a healthy Joe Flacco should make a difference.Whether or not going over eight wins makes them a playoff team is tough to say. They won nine contests last season, which was not enough for a postseason berth, and the AFC North should prove to be one of the tougher divisions in football this season.For reference, Pittsburgh and Cincinnati’s win totals are set at 10.5 and 6.5 respectively, with both teams likely to hit the over mark. Cleveland sits at 5.5, which appears high for a team that was win-less last year, but an upgraded Browns roster winning six games would not be all that far fetched.In the end Authentic Za'Darius Smith Jersey , quality teams produce even with a tough schedule, and if the Ravens are a strong team, they should be able to take care of business. This does not mean a double digit win total next year is anticipated (due to some of the scheduling gauntlets they will face), but expect them to hit over eight this season.Is eight a reasonable win over/under for this team? Too high? Too low? Vote below!Ravens News 10/5: NFL’s offensive explosion, Special Teams rankings and more Move over Rams, Ravens are the NFL’s most complete team - Jamison HensleyJustin Tucker gives the Ravens an advantage over every team in the NFL at the kicker position. However, the Rams rushing offense is ranked seventh compared to the Ravens at 23rd. On defense Youth Maurice Canady Jersey , Los Angeles has a better defensive line and more speed at safety while the Ravens linebacker corps is clearly superior. Maybe these teams will have the opportunity to settle this debate in the Super Bowl.NFL first-quarter special teams rankings - Eric EagerThe traditionally strong fifth phase was likely downgraded due to blocked kicks and fumbles. Hopefully coordinator Jerry Rosburg has corrected these issues. Worth noting, Justin Tucker was the Ravens representative on PFF’s first-quarter All-Pro team. Six Reasons for the NFL’s Early Offensive Explosion - Albert BreerBaltimore’s Joe Flacco is among the group with more than 1,200 yards and has a 96.9 passer rating through four games. His highest season-long quarterback rating was 93.6 in 2010.RB Index, Week 5: Five running backs who merit more touches - Maurice Jones-DrewJones-Drew believes Baltimore’s Week 5 opponent, Carlos Hyde, has been the eighth best back in the league this season.