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October 30, 2009

Routs Expose Defects in NFL Product

Bucky Gleason, Buffalo News

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Exact numbers weren't available, but estimates from Las Vegas had casinos losing some $10 million combined last Sunday after gamblers wagered on heavy favorites in a stream of blowouts. Apparently, it was the worst day on record for bookmakers when it came to the NFL.

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