I’ve developed a betting approach that focuses on hedging. I refer to it as the 445, 555, or 556 strategy. In essence, it involves selecting highlighted players who can potentially score, thereby ensuring at least one winning slip while accepting that others may fail. The unpredictability of sports means there’s always a risk of losing all slips.
When you combine three games for the first touchdown scorer, the odds become exceptionally high. If chosen players score, the minimum payout can double to triple your stake. For instance, I created a 445 scenario, which provides 80 combinations (4x4x5) for a friend, resulting in a $1 bet yielding incredible odds of +143,900, turning $1 into $1,440. Personally, I’ve made over $10,000 this season, and it feels unbelievable!
I prefer to place all my bets on Saturdays, primarily because players might sustain injuries during prior games, which can affect their availability and influence the odds of your slip. If a player you’ve wagered on is ruled out, it reduces your parlay to two legs, which often isn’t worth it. Calculating the odds is quite simple: multiply the number of players you wish to bet on across your chosen games. For example, covering four players from two games and five from another results in 80 combinations. With this strategy, you can potentially double your stake with a 556 approach. This betting method scales with your desired risk level. DraftKings allows wagers as low as $0.10, enabling you to test this out at a minimal risk. Good luck to those who decide to give this strategy a try, and remember to bet responsibly!