NFL Week 1 Player Prop Bets: Omarion Hampton and Breece Hall Targeted for Touchdowns

As the NFL season kicks off, player prop betting is returning, offering opportunities beyond traditional sportsbooks on prediction markets. Erich Richter, a contributor to The New York Post, has identified running backs Omarion Hampton of the Los Angeles Chargers and Breece Hall of the New York Jets as key targets for Week 1 touchdown bets.

Omarion Hampton: A Favorite to Score

Omarion Hampton is expected to find the end zone in Week 1, largely due to the offensive scheme of Chargers offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel, described as highly running-back-friendly. Hampton demonstrated productivity when healthy last season. The Chargers are anticipated to be significant favorites in their matchup, suggesting they may have numerous opportunities near the opponent's five-yard line. The Arizona Cardinals, their Week 1 opponent, allowed 19 rushing touchdowns last season, ranking ninth in the NFL. With Arizona projected to be a weaker team this year, Hampton is seen as a strong bet to score.

Richter notes that while most sportsbooks list Hampton's touchdown prop at -180 odds, a better price can be found on prediction markets like xProphet. The New York Post may earn an affiliate commission from sign-ups through these links.

Breece Hall: Crucial Week 1 Matchup

For the New York Jets, Week 1 presents a critical game against a former coach's team, the Tennessee Titans. A loss could set a difficult tone for the early season, with challenging matchups against the Packers, Lions, and Bears to follow through Week 4. Breece Hall is highlighted as a player who could have a significant game.

The Titans' defense was particularly vulnerable to the run last season, allowing 21 rushing touchdowns, the fourth-most in the NFL. Hall is healthy and will face a Titans front seven that includes multiple rookies. Player props for Hall to score a touchdown are available at +115 on Fanatics Sportsbook, with odds of +800 for him to score two or more touchdowns on FanDuel.

Richter, who has reportedly achieved significant profits in the player prop market over the past two seasons, emphasizes the importance of shopping for the best prices, as odds can shift quickly. He also advises checking for available promo codes for new users on betting sites.