NFL 2024/25: San Francisco 49ers – New York Jets
According to the 2024 NFL schedule, the final act of Week 1 is a real treat for all football fans.
We are of course talking about the clash between last year’s finalists and the New York “Green Gang”, who are hoping that Aaron Rodgers’ season will last more than just four snaps this time!
I will use a different bookmaker for my 49ers Jets betting tip because they have excellent player bets on offer. But if you are looking for high odds and more classic football bets, you should use the user-friendly Oddset app instead.
The New York Jets had high hopes for last season, but they were quickly dashed. After just four plays, the team lost Aaron Rodgers, their new star quarterback, who was sidelined until the end due to a serious Achilles injury.
However, hopes for a successful 2024 season are also high now that Rodgers is healthy again and the team returns from the offseason with an improved offense and one of the best defenses in the league.
But the pressure has also definitely increased, as the New York Islanders have not made the playoffs since 2010. This long drought makes the Jets hungry for success
However, California fans also have reason to complain, albeit at a much higher level!
After all, the San Francisco 49ers had to go through a lot nervously last year when they were beaten in the Super Bowl by a picture-perfect touchdown pass from Patrick Mahomes in overtime.
The Niners came close to the title, but once again it wasn’t enough.
The last few years have been full of missed opportunities: a Super Bowl loss to the Chiefs in 2019 and back-to-back losses in the NFC Championship Game to the Rams and Eagles.
However, the Niners are determined to take the final step this season and finally bring their first title to “Frisco” since 1994.
On the betting markets, the upcoming game between the 49ers and the Jets is being hotly traded by the bookmakers, as interest in this encounter is huge.
With odds of 1.42 to win, the 49ers are clear favorites. This means that they have a probability of success of almost 70% in the eyes of the bookmakers, which is primarily due to their strong squad and last year’s performance.
The Jets, on the other hand, go into the game as underdogs, with odds of 2.80. This shows that the bookmakers only give them around a 35% chance of winning this game. Despite Aaron Rodgers at quarterback, the team is still not trusted.
Speaking of Rodgers: The 49ers Jets odds on Rodgers are also interesting for fans of player betting.
“Over 1.5 touchdown passes” is currently priced at 2.10, which is a lucrative tip for those who, like me, trust in a strong performance from the star quarterback.
By the way: This year is the presidential election and since 2004 there has been an NFL game between the 49ers and Jets every election year.
I’m hardly paying any attention to the last matchup from 2020, which went 31-13 to the Californians, because Aaron Rodgers was still under contract with Green Bay at the time.
And the rest of the Bayers’ line-up has also changed fundamentally on both sides of the ball since then
When it comes to possible betting scenarios for the upcoming game between the 49ers and Jets, there are a few interesting options that stand out. Most notable is Aaron Rodgers’ record in Monday night games.
Hold on: The multiple MVP winner has won all of his last ten Monday night games in the NFL!
With attractive odds of 2.80 on average, it could be worth betting on a Jets win for this very reason. Especially for those who believe in the magic of the playmaker.
For those of you who like to rely on data and facts, the bet on Rodgers with over 1.5 touchdowns, which has already been mentioned several times, could be of interest instead.
Especially as an underdog against NFC teams, he has thrown at least two touchdown passes in nine of the last ten games.
With odds of 2.10, this is a solid scenario for those who want to put their faith in Rodgers’ ability.
On the other hand, Christian McCaffrey is an absolute touchdown guarantee, especially when he plays on the West Coast. He has scored at least one touchdown in 20 of his last 21 appearances there.
At odds of 1.50, this bet is more conservative, but a relatively safe bet.
Conclusion: My 49ers Jets prediction points to an exciting duel in which Aaron Rodgers will take center stage.
With the defensive departures on the 49ers and the contract drama surrounding Brandon Aiyuk, the Niners could be vulnerable.
Thanks in large part to the New York defense, which was already one of the best in the league last season, the Jets certainly have the potential to seriously challenge San Francisco.
A bet on over 1.5 touchdowns from Rodgers is therefore more than justified. With his experience and the difficulties on the other side, there is a good chance that he will play big again in a Monday night game.
My tip: Aaron Rodgers throws over 1.5 touchdowns
