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An argument for and against the Niners winning double-digit games
You just read about how the San Francisco 49ers were one of the teams that were hit the hardest during free agency because they lost two of their better players on the roster. The goal for the Niners was to keep as many key players from the Super Bowl team as possible to ensure their championship core remains intact. Emmanuel Sanders proved to be a rental, though a costly, yet valuable rental. DeForest Buckner seemingly became a victim to his success. Buckner wanted Aaron Donald money, and with the 49ers having invested so heavily in their defensive line already, paying a defensive tackle—a great one at that—transcendent money wasn’t an option.
The Super Bowl hangover has been a popular topic surrounding the 49ers. Having two first-round picks to help add talent will go along way in getting back to the big game. Health will, too. For as much worry out there that the 49ers have gotten worse this offseason, Vegas isn’t buying it. William Hill released their updated odds post-free agency for each team in the NFL, and the 49ers still have one of the highest-projected win totals.
San Francisco is projected at 10.5 wins. The over is -150, which means you’d have to bet $150 to win $100. The under is +130, which means you would win $130 on a $100 bet. In layman terms, Vegas is saying there is a better
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