What are Totals (Over/Under)?

The total is the combined scores of both teams in an event. Rather than betting on which team will win the event, you bet on whether the game will go over (O) or under (U) the combined scores, which is why this type of line is also known as an Over/Under. Let's look at NFL Totals betting as an example:

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The total for the game between the New England Patriots and Los Angeles Rams is listed at 57. If the Patriots end up winning 37-24, the final combined score is 61. If you bet the Over, you win. If the Patriots only won 30-27, the combined score matches the total—the wager will be graded a ‘Push’ and your money will be refunded.

Baseball Over/Under Rules

In baseball, both listed pitchers must start the game and a game must go 9 innings (or 8.5 innings if the home team is winning) for Over/Under bets to have action.

Hockey Over/Under Rules

For hockey games that require a shootout, only one goal is awarded to the winning team when determining the final score, regardless of how many goals are scored during the shootout round.