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Originally Posted by Poindexter
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I would even go as far as to say that rather than using win/loss records, using a hockey like point system where the winning team would get 1.5 points for a win and cover, 1 points for a win and non cover, 1/2 point for a loss and cover 0 points for a loss and no cover(you could even factor in pushes with 1/4 point adjustments), would make for a more interesting way of seeding teams rather than the traditional win/loss record. It certainly would make the game more interesting from the fans perspective whether they are betting or not if the team gets more points or winning and covering then winning and not covering and it certainly would motivate the teams to try to cover spreads. That would certainly be in a betting public's best interest.
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Most interesting idea... to actually integrate the gambling.
Of course, then we get a complete reversal of the potential problem: The league has to worry about the linemakers tilting the line to change the standings.
Talk about a slippery slope...
Makes the old win-and-travel system seem like it could have been a great equalizer.
Dave
