What is a Prop Bet?

How do Prop bets work?

Prop bets can be on a wide range of outcomes and options, including something that a player does within the game, something the team does, or even unique events.

Types of Prop Bets:

1. Player Props: Bet on individual performance (passing yards, touchdowns, rebounds)
2. Team Props: Bet on team-specific outcomes (first to score, total points)
3. Game Props: Bet on broader in-game events (coin toss, first play type, overtime)




What are some tips for Prop Betting:

1. No need to pick a winner or understand point Spreads
2. Some Props settle within minutes of a game starting
3. New Props can appear live as the game unfolds
4. Easy to understand and ideal for beginner bettors



What is an example of a Prop Bet?




Prop bets displayed on FanDuel will have their own odds and presentation. As an example, we’ll look at a FanDuel Sportsbook live NFL game, specifically, looking at a receiving yards Prop for multiple players.





• Noah Fant (Line: 47.5 receiving yards)
  Over 47.5 (-115)

  Under 47.5 (-110)

• Amon-Ra St. Brown (Line: 47.5 receiving yards)
  Over: -115

  Under: -115

• Josh Reynolds (Line: 31.5 receiving yards)
  Over: -115

  Under: -110




How to Read Prop Betting Odds?

Using the example above, here's how to break down what you're seeing: Prop bets on FanDuel have two key parts: a Stat Line and Odds.



• Stat line: The benchmark number (e.g., 47.5 yards). Bet Over or Under that number.
• Odds: The number next to Over/Under (e.g., -115) tells you how much to wager to win $100 in profit.



If you bet the Over 47.5 (-115) on Noah Fant, he must gain more than 47.5 receiving yards for your bet to win. If you bet the Under 47.5 (-110), he must finish with fewer than 47.5 yards.

The -115 or -110 listed next to each Prop shows the odds for that bet, meaning you'd wager $115 (or $110) to win $100 in profit.




Quick Tips:

1. .5 lines (like 47.5) eliminate ties, so there's always a clear winner
2. Negative odds (e.g., -110, -115) mean a balanced, likely outcome
3. Positive odds (e.g., +250) mean a less likely outcome with a bigger payout




What Are the Different Types of Prop Bets by Sport?




Different Prop bets can look different depending on the sport you’re betting on. The basic idea stays relatively the same, but what you can wager on is what changes from sport to sport, and what is offered as a bet is naturally shaped by the rules and gameplay of the sport.




In the sections below, we’ll break down common Prop bets by sport so you can see how they work and what to expect before placing a wager.





What Are Some Football Prop Bets?



1. Player to Score a Touchdown: Bet on a specific player to score at any time during the game.
2. Passing Yards (Over or Under): Wager on whether a quarterback will throw for more or fewer yards than a set number.
3. First Team to Score: Bet on which team will put points on the board first.
4. Will the Game Go to Overtime?: A yes/no bet on whether the game will require extra time.
5. First to X Points: Bet on which team reaches a specific point total first.
6. Field Goal Distance Props: Wager on whether a field goal will be made from a certain distance or longer.




What Are Some Basketball Prop Bets?



1. Player Points (Over or Under): Bet on whether a specific player will score more or fewer points than the listed total.
2. First Basket Scorer: Wager on which player will score the first points of the game.
3. Total Assists or Rebounds: Prop bet on a player's individual stats, such as whether a player will record over 8.5 assists.
4. Double-Double / Triple-Double: Bet on whether a player will record double digits in two or three stat categories.
5. Team to Score First: Pick which team scores first in the game.




What Are Some Baseball Prop Bets?



1. Player Total Bases (Over or Under): Bet on whether a batter will accumulate a certain number of bases (singles = 1, doubles = 2, etc.).
2. Pitcher Strikeouts: Wager on how many strikeouts a pitcher will record.
3. First Inning Run (Yes/No): Bet on whether either team will score in the first inning.
4. Double-Double / Triple-Double: Bet on whether a player will record double digits in two or three stat categories.
5. Hits + Runs + RBIs: A combined total Prop on a player's full-game offensive contribution.




What Are Some Hockey Prop Bets?



1. Player Shots on Goal: Bet on whether a player will exceed a certain number of shots.
2. Goalie Saves: Wager on whether a goalie will record over or under a set number of saves.
3. Anytime Goal Scorer: Pick a player to score a goal at any point in the game.
4. Team to Score First: Bet on which team will notch the first goal.
5. Will There Be Overtime?: Yes/no Prop on whether the game goes past regulation to overtime.




What Are Some Soccer Prop Bets?



1. Anytime Goal Scorer: Bet on a specific player to score at any point in the match.
2. Player to Score First / Last: Wager on who will score the first or last goal in the game.
3. Both Teams to Score: A yes/no bet on whether both teams will score during regulation.
4. Total Shots by Player: Prop on a player's shot volume, regardless of whether the shots result in a goal.
5. Clean Sheet: Yes/no wager on whether a team will concede any goals during the match.




How to Place a Prop Bet on FanDuel




FanDuel Sportsbook makes placing a Prop bet simple:



1. Log in to your FanDuel account (or create one).
2. Navigate to the sport or game you want to bet on.
3. Browse Props by category; passing yards, rebounds, touchdowns, and more.
4. Select the Over or Under, or choose from available options.
5. Enter your wager amount and hit Place Bet.



FanDuel gives you the tools to customize your betting strategy with Prop bets. You can also combine multiple Prop bets using Same Game Parlay (SGP), which allows you to mix player Props, team Props, Spreads, and Totals from the same event into one wager. For even more flexibility, you can use Same Game Parlay+ to link Props from multiple games into a single bet.