Spread Meaning in Sports Betting

Spread betting definition with a plain-English example.

The points margin a favorite must win by, or an underdog can stay within, for a bet to cash.

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  • Spread: The points margin a favorite must win by, or an underdog can stay within, for a

What Is Spread?

The points margin a favorite must win by, or an underdog can stay within, for a bet to cash.

Example

If the Chiefs are -6.5, they must win by 7+ for a spread bet on them to win.

Related

See the full glossary and the how-to-bet hub for more.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Spread mean in betting?

The points margin a favorite must win by, or an underdog can stay within, for a bet to cash.

Can you give a Spread example?

If the Chiefs are -6.5, they must win by 7+ for a spread bet on them to win.

Where can I learn more?

The betting glossary and how-to-bet hub cover the rest.

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