Access real-time NFL betting odds including spreads, moneylines, totals, and player props from 40+ sportsbooks. Perfect for football betting apps and odds comparison tools.
An NFL odds API provides programmatic access to betting odds for NFL (National Football League) games. These APIs deliver real-time spreads, moneylines, totals, player props, and futures from major sportsbooks like DraftKings, FanDuel, BetMGM, Caesars, and 40+ others.
The NFL is the most bet-on sport in the United States, with an estimated $20+ billion wagered annually (including Super Bowl). NFL odds APIs power betting applications, odds comparison sites, fantasy-betting hybrids, and analytics platforms for this massive market.
Find APIs with comprehensive NFL coverage, player props, and live betting support.
Browse API Directory →Best For: Live NFL odds with WebSocket support
NFL Coverage: Spreads, totals, moneylines, player props, SGP, alternate lines
Sportsbooks: 40+ including DraftKings, FanDuel, BetMGM, Caesars, Pinnacle
Live Betting: Yes, via WebSocket with sub-second updates
Player Props: Extensive (passing yards, TDs, receptions, rushing yards)
Pricing: From $29/month, 7-day free trial
Best For: Affordable NFL odds with free tier
NFL Coverage: Spreads, totals, moneylines from 40+ sportsbooks
Free Tier: 500 requests/month (great for testing)
Pricing: From $50/month for 10,000 requests
Highlights: Excellent documentation, RESTful API, generous free tier
Best For: NFL arbitrage and +EV betting
NFL Coverage: 50+ sportsbooks, all major markets, player props
Features: Built-in arbitrage detection, positive EV calculations, line alerts
Pricing: Contact for pricing, 14-day free trial
The most popular NFL bet. One team is favored by a certain number of points.
Example: Kansas City Chiefs -3.5 vs Buffalo Bills +3.5
API Data: Spread line, juice/vig (e.g., -110), opening line, current line, line movements
Straight-up winner, no point spread.
Example: Chiefs -180, Bills +155
Use Case: Simpler bet, good for heavy favorites
Combined points scored by both teams.
Example: Over 51.5 (-110), Under 51.5 (-110)
Variance: NFL totals range from 37 (defensive matchups) to 55+ (shootouts)
Individual player performance bets. Massive market in NFL.
Popular Props:
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Correlated bets from the same game combined into one wager.
Example: Patrick Mahomes Over 275.5 passing yards + Chiefs -3.5 + Over 51.5 total
API Availability: Limited providers (SportsGamesOdds offers SGP odds)
NFL player props are one of the fastest-growing betting markets. Props allow bettors to wager on individual player performance rather than game outcomes.
Most free tiers don't include player props—expect to pay $100-500/month for comprehensive prop coverage.
In-game NFL betting is massive. Live odds change continuously based on score, field position, time remaining, and momentum.
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Plan your infrastructure around NFL schedule:
An NFL odds API provides real-time betting odds for NFL games including spreads, moneylines, totals (over/unders), player props, and futures. These APIs aggregate data from 40+ sportsbooks like DraftKings, FanDuel, BetMGM, Caesars, and Pinnacle, delivering odds for regular season games, playoffs, and the Super Bowl.
The-Odds-API, SportsGamesOdds, and OddsJam all offer comprehensive NFL coverage with 40+ sportsbooks. SportsGamesOdds excels for live odds via WebSocket and extensive player props. The-Odds-API offers a generous 500 requests/month free tier. All major providers cover NFL spreads, totals, moneylines, and basic props.
Yes, APIs like SportsGamesOdds and OddsJam provide comprehensive NFL player props including passing yards, rushing yards, receiving yards, touchdowns, receptions, and more. Player props are typically premium features requiring paid plans ($100-500/month). Free tiers rarely include props data.
Yes, The-Odds-API offers 500 free requests per month covering NFL spreads, totals, and moneylines from 40+ sportsbooks. This is sufficient for small-scale projects or testing. For production apps with player props and live betting, paid plans typically start at $50-200/month. Explore free options →
Yes, all major NFL odds APIs include Super Bowl odds. You'll find game lines (spread, total, moneyline), extensive player props, team props, and novelty bets (coin toss, halftime show, etc.). Super Bowl futures (who will win) are available year-round. APIs also provide historical Super Bowl odds data.
Yes, providers like SportsGamesOdds, OddsJam, and Pinnacle offer live in-game NFL odds that update in real-time. For the best experience, use APIs with WebSocket support for sub-second updates. Live odds adjust based on score, time remaining, field position, and game flow. Learn about live odds APIs →
NFL futures APIs provide: Super Bowl winner odds, AFC/NFC Conference winner odds, division winner odds, MVP odds, Offensive/Defensive Player of the Year, Rookie of the Year, Comeback Player of the Year, and season win totals for each team. Futures odds update throughout the season based on team performance.
Pregame odds update every 5-30 minutes depending on betting volume and line movements. Closer to kickoff, updates accelerate to every 1-5 minutes. Live in-game odds update every few seconds via WebSocket or require aggressive polling (every 5-10 seconds). Thursday/Sunday mornings see the most frequent pregame updates as sharp bettors move lines.
Major NFL odds APIs cover: DraftKings, FanDuel, BetMGM, Caesars, PointsBet, Barstool, ESPN Bet, Pinnacle (sharp lines), Circa Sports (sharp lines), BetRivers, and 30+ additional books. Coverage varies by provider and state—some books are only available in certain states due to licensing. Check each API's sportsbook list for specifics.
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