What is a wind factor in sports betting?
The short answer
Wind speed and direction affecting passing and kicking. Sustained winds over 15 mph are significant; over 25 mph is severe.
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In plain English
Strong wind makes it hard to throw deep and kick field goals. Affects totals and props.
What to remember about Wind Factor
The definition
Wind speed and direction affecting passing and kicking. Sustained winds over 15 mph are significant; over 25 mph is severe.
In plain English
Strong wind makes it hard to throw deep and kick field goals. Affects totals and props.
Example in context
20+ mph winds in Buffalo? The Over is in trouble.
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