Bailey lifts Cowboys over 49ers in OT

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09/18/2011 - San Francisco, CA (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - Dan Bailey hit a 48-yard field goal as time expired to send the game into overtime and then nailed an 19-yard chip shot to give the Cowboys a 27-24 victory over the 49ers.

Tony Romo suffered a fractured rib in the first half and missed some time in the third quarter, but engineered the game-tying drive late in the fourth and hit Jesse Holley with a 77-yard pass to set up the game-deciding field goal.

Romo threw for 345 yards and two scores on 20-of-33 pass attempts in the win for Dallas (1-1).

Miles Austin caught three TD passes for the first time in his career and tallied 143 receiving yards. Jason Witten caught seven passes for 102 yards and Holley totaled three catches for 96 yards.

Alex Smith completed 16-of-24 pass attempts for 179 yards, two touchdowns and an interception for San Francisco (1-1).

Delanie Walker and Kyle Williams were on the receiving end of Smith's two TDs.

Trailing by three with a little over four minutes left in the game, Dallas started a drive at its own 26-yard line. Romo completed back-to-back passes to Holley, placing the ball at the Dallas 45.

An Austin seven-yard catch gave the Cowboys a first down after the two-minute warning. Another seven-yard grab by Austin and a one-yard run by Tashard Choice gave Dallas a third-and-two at the 28-yard line. The Cowboys gave a toss to Austin, who was stopped short of the first down and fumbled, but Dallas recovered at the 30.

Bailey's 48-yard field goal as time expired tied the game and sent it into overtime.

The 49ers won the toss and got the ball to begin the extra period. Smith started the drive with a 12-yard completion to Ted Ginn Jr. But after a seven- yard run by Frank Gore, Smith was sacked for an eight-yard loss. San Francisco couldn't convert the third down and were forced to punt.

On Dallas' first play of their drive, Romo floated a pass down the middle to Holley for a 77-yard gain. Holley was taken down at the one-yard line,

Bailey stepped up and split the uprights on a 19-yard field goal to give the Cowboys their first win of the year.

Romo led a 14-play, 7 1/2-minute drive to start the game, leading the Cowboys down to the San Francisco three-yard line, but the drive stalled there and Bailey missed a 21-yard field goal wide right.

Each team then traded punts before the 49ers started a drive at their own 32 with 3:34 left in the first quarter. San Francisco converted all three third- down attempts on the drive and a pass interference penalty on Bradie James in the end zone put the ball on the one-yard line.

Gore rumbled in for the score to put the 49ers ahead early in the second quarter.

Dallas was forced into a three-and-out on its next possession and Ginn returned the ensuing punt 20 yards to the Cowboys' 48-yard line.

Smith made completions of 12 and 10 yards to Josh Morgan before hitting Williams on the left-side of the end zone for a 12-yard score. Williams made the grab over a defender and kept his feet inside the sideline for his first career touchdown.

After the teams traded punts again, the Cowboys took over with a little over three minutes to go in the half. Romo's pass fell incomplete on a third-and- nine, but a San Francisco offsides penalty gave Dallas a second chance.

On the next play, Romo hit Austin for a 53-yard score to make it a 14-7 game at the half.

Romo did not return for the second half as he received a fractured rib on a hit during a pass attempt in the first half, and Jon Kitna took over the offense for the start of the third quarter.

Kitna hit Witten for 12 and nine-yard gains on his first drive of the third, but overthrew Witten in the end zone, resulting in a Donte Whitner interception.

Three plays later, though, Smith was picked off by Alan Ball at his own 33 and Ball ran down to the 49ers' 18-yard line. Kitna found Austin for a five-yard TD on the drive to tie the game.

On Dallas's next possession, Kitna tossed his second interception of the quarter, and on the next play Smith dropped a pass into the hands of Walker for a 29-yard score with under a minute to go in the third.

Romo took the field for the Cowboys' next possession, but was held to a three- and-out. San Francisco then took over at its own 48 and a Smith 12-yard scramble set up David Akers' 55-yard field goal, putting the 49ers ahead 24-14 with 11:12 to go in the game.

Dallas was flagged for unsportsmanlike conduct on the kick, but first-year head coach Jim Harbaugh curiously opted to take the points instead of extending the drive.

Romo led the Cowboys 80 yards down the field, going 5-of-7 through the air, including a fourth-down conversion and a 25-yard touchdown pass to Austin to make it a three-point game.

Game Notes

Cowboys wide receiver Dez Bryant sat out with a bruised thigh...The 49ers have a 14-11-1 lead in the overall regular-season series between these teams, but have lost their last three games against the Cowboys...Gore carried the ball 20 times for 47 yards and a score...Felix Jones led the Cowboys with 25 yards on nine carries...Dallas went 6-for-14 on third downs conversions and converted its lone fourth-down attempt...San Francisco went 8-for-16 on third downs.

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Football Betting: Defensive Rookie of the Year Awards

Oddsmakers have released the odds for the 2009 AP NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year Award and Seattle Seahawks linebacker Aaron Curry has been made the opening favorite.

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Seattle took Curry with the fourth overall pick in April's NFL draft and plan on inserting him into its starting lineup right away. The Hawks traded linebacker Julian Peterson in the offseason, so Curry is expected to have a significant role in Seattle's defense next year and that's one of the primary reasons he is the favorite to win the NFL ROY Award.

Oddsmakers from online sportsbook MySportsbook.com have made Curry a 5/1 favorite to win this year's NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year Award. Given that he was the best defensive prospect in this year's draft and how he'll have plenty of opportunities to make plays in '09, Curry offers a ton of value at 5/1.

Another thing working for Curry is the position he plays. A linebacker has won the defensive ROY award six straight times and eight of the last nine years. Jerod Mayo, Patrick Willis, DeMeco Ryans, Shawne Merriman, Jonathan Vilma, Terrell Suggs, Kendrell Bell and Brian Urlacher were the most recent linebackers to take home the award.

Following Curry at 5/1 are Tyson Jackson (Chiefs) at 7/1, James Laurinaitas (Rams) at 8/1, Brian Orakpo (Redskins) at 10/1, Rey Maualuga (Bengals) at 10/1 and Jerry Peria (Falcons) at 10/1.

All the players mentioned above are expected to start for their respective teams, but Jackson and Peria are going to have a tough time being recognized on a national level given they're both defensive linemen. D-linemen rarely put up the numbers that it takes to win an individual award like the ROY.

A couple of players with some value are Clay Matthews (Packers) at 12/1 and Larry English (Chargers) at 15/1. Matthews is expected to start at outside linebacker in Green Bay's new 3-4 defense and could rack up a ton of tackles. English, who was an impressive player at Northern Illinois, is expected to be a situational pass rusher for the Chargers and could rack up a ton of sacks.

For complete odds on the 2009 AP NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year Award, see below. And for complete odds for the 2009 AP NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year Award, click the link provided.

2009 AP NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year Award

Robert Ayers (DEN) 12/1

Ron Brace (NE) 25/1

Everette Brown (CAR) 16/1

Darius Butler (NE) 40/1

Patrick Chung (NE) 30/1

Aaron Curry (SEA) 5/1

Brian Cushing (HOU) 12/1

Vontae Davis (MIA) 30/1

Louis Delmas (DET) 30/1

Larry English (SD) 15/1

Evander Hood (PIT) 25/1

Tyson Jackson (KC) 7/1

Malcolm Jenkins (NO) 25/1

Paul Kruger (BAL) 50/1

James Laurinaitas (STL) 8/1

Sen'Derrick Marks (TEN) 20/1

Clay Matthews (GB) 12/1

Aaron Maybin (BUF) 15/1

Rey Maualuga (CIN) 10/1

Roy Miller (TB) 20/1

Michael Mitchell (OAK) 45/1

Fili Moala (IND) 30/1

Brian Orakpo (WAS) 10/1

Jerry Peria (ATL) 10/1

B J Raji (GB) 7/1

Clint Sintim (NYG) 35/1

Alphonso Smith (DEN) 40/1

David Verkune (CLE) 20/1

Jason Williams (DAL) 30/1

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Just like Day 1 of the “Sweet 16”, Friday’s games are chock full of some of the nation’s elite.  Unlike Thursday’s games, there is a little bit more of a “Cinderella” feel as #7 seed UNLV and #6 seed Vanderbilt will attempt to move on to the Elite Eight.  With powerhouses Florida, UNC and Georgetown looking to continue their momentum against lesser known teams, it isn’t surprising that once again the “betting public” is backing most of the favorites.  As the early coin rolls in, 56% of Sportsbook.com bettors prefer Georgetown (-7.5) as they take on Vanderbilt; 84% of the early money is backing Oregon (-3) as they square off against UNLV; and a slight majority (52%) of the early cash is on Florida (-10.5) against Butler as the Gators continue their quest for another National Title. The only favorite the public don’t seem confident in is UNC, as 59% of the cash is backing the underdog Trojans (+8).

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#1 Florida vs. #5 Butler

The defending National Champs have been on a mission since last April.  Joakim Noah and Al Horford turned down millions of dollars for one reason, to REPEAT.  After a late season hiccup which saw them lose three out of four, the Gators have won six straight by an average of 20.3 points. More importantly, they covered in five of those six games.  Behind their stymie defense that yields only 56.9 PPG, Butler has been a very pleasant surprise this season.  As their 20-11 ATS record will indicate, “surprise teams” like Butler are often good bets for gamblers.  Playing in an average conference, Butler wasn’t and underdog too often but when they were, they covered (6-0 ATS).  Butler’s defense will have its hands full against a Gators offense which averages 80.1 PPG on an amazing 52.9% shooting from the field.  With Florida’s tournament experience over the last few years, it isn’t surprising that they are 5-1 ATS this season, 20-4 ATS over the last three seasons and 38-20 since 1997 in tournament action.

#3 Oregon vs. #7 UNLV

As a #7 seed, UNLV is the closest thing to a “Cinderella” we have this year.  If you bet on UNLV this season with any regularity, you most likely cashed in. Behind their guard oriented attack, the Rebels are an impressive 20-11 ATS this season.  As an underdog they covered in 8 out of their ten games which isn’t surprising since they are 52-30 ATS as a ‘dog since 1997. The Rebels have been a consistent cover during the month of March as well.  This March they are 6-0 ATS, 11-3 ATS over the last three seasons and 24-11 since 1997. Their impressive ATS trends don’t end there; versus teams with a winning record they are 15-6 ATS this season and 41-21 over the last three seasons.  Although Oregon hasn’t been as generous to gamblers as UNLV this season, they have been covering consistently as of late.  There is no question that they are playing their best ball of the season having won their last 8 straight up (SU) by an average of 14.5 points. Not surprising they covered in 7 of those games.  It is interesting to note how similar these teams are in regards to scoring and scoring defense. UNLV averages 75 PPG while giving up 66.5 PPG and Oregon scores 75.8 PPG while yielding 65.5 PPG.

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#6 Vanderbilt vs. #2 Georgetown

“Hoya Paranoia” is officially back! After a decent start, Georgetown has rolled through the second half of the season.  Over their last 18 games, they are 17-1 SU.  They have definitely improved ATS as the season has progressed as well. After opening the season 1-4-1 ATS, the Hoyas have covered 78.3% of their games.  With their great interior play of Jeff Green and Roy Hibbert, the Hoyas as a team shoot 50.5% from the field.  Like the Georgetown teams from years ago, they also excel on defense.  Hoya opponents averaged only 56.8 PPG on 38.2% shooting from the field and an extremely low 30.4% from beyond the arc.  The last stat could be of some concern to Vanderbilt considering they shoot 37.7% from long-range.  Ranking second to last in the SEC in rebounding margin, Vanderbilt will have its work cut out for them against the Hoya trees. As far as covering is concerned, Vanderbilt has been almost a “sure thing” (7-1 ATS) versus good defensive teams that allow less than 64 PPG.

#1 UNC vs. # 5 USC

The Tar Heels are as talented and as deep as any team in the country.  Going ten deep and chock full of HS All-Americans, UNC averages 86.1 PPG and scored 100+ seven times.  Led by All-American forward, Tyler Hansbrough (18.6 PPG 7.9 RPG) UNC has a very balanced attack which can kill you on the inside as well as on the perimeter.  UNC only real concern is their youth as eight of their rotation players are either sophomores or freshmen.  UNC was a reliable cover this season going 20-13 ATS.  An intriguing covering trend for the Tar Heels in recent years has been how they fared after non-conference games.  This season they are 11-3 ATS after non-conference games and over the last three seasons they are 31-13 ATS.  USC is also a pretty deep team which is loaded with swingman types.  An match-up to keep an eye on will be freshman forward Taj Gibson (12.1 PPG, 8.6 RPG) as he squares off against the AA Hansbrough.  USC has been a covering machine this season achieving a 21-10 record ATS.  They have thrived in the underdog role, having covered 10 out of 12.  When playing a team with a winning record, the Trojans are an incredible 20-6 ATS. Keep in mind, USC dedicated their season to former star to Ryan Francis who passed away before the season so as they get closer to the ultimate goal, emotion could definitely be on their side.

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