7 Point Teaser Explained: How It Works, Odds and Strategy

A 7-point teaser is a type of teaser bet where you adjust the point spread by 7 points in your favor on each leg instead of the standard 6 points. This extra point of movement gives you maximum cushion on every selection, making it easier to win—but at the cost of significantly reduced payouts compared to 6-point teasers.

Seven-point teasers are most popular in NFL betting, where the extra point can move you through multiple key numbers like 3, 7, and sometimes 10. Understanding when a 7-point teaser offers genuine value versus when a 6-point teaser is the smarter play is essential for any serious teaser bettor.

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What Is a 7-Point Teaser?

A 7-point teaser is a multi-leg wager where you move every spread or total by 7 points in your favor. Like all teasers, you must combine at least two legs, and all legs must win for the bet to cash. The tradeoff is straightforward: you get more points than a standard 6-point teaser, but you receive a lower payout.

The basic structure works the same as any teaser:

Multiple Legs Required: You must combine at least two selections, with most sportsbooks allowing up to 10 or more legs.

Point Adjustment: Each line moves 7 points in your favor instead of the standard 6.

Reduced Payout: Because 7 points make each leg easier to win, the odds are lower than 6-point or 6.5-point teasers.

All-or-Nothing: Every leg must win. One loss kills the entire ticket.

For example, if you see a favorite at -8.5 and want maximum protection, you could tease it down to -1.5 with a 7-point teaser. That is one point more cushion than a 6-point teaser would give you (-2.5).

7-Point Teaser vs 6-Point Teaser

The fundamental difference between 7-point and 6-point teasers is the tradeoff between win probability and payout. Here is how they compare:

Feature	6-Point Teaser	7-Point Teaser
Point Movement	6 points per leg	7 points per leg
Typical 2-Leg Price	-110 to -130	-130 to -150
Win Rate	Higher than standard bets, lower than 7-point	Highest among teaser types
Payout	Better than 7-point	Worst among teaser types
Best Use Case	Wong teaser setups crossing 3 and 7	When extra point crosses another key number

The extra point in a 7-point teaser costs you significantly in reduced odds. A 2-leg teaser that pays -120 with 6 points might pay -140 or worse with 7 points. Over many bets, that 20-cent difference compounds into real money.

The key question is whether that extra point adds enough value to justify the cost. In most cases, the answer is no—the 6-point teaser offers better value because you are paying less for points that often cross the same key numbers. But there are specific situations where 7 points genuinely help.

When to Choose 7 Points Over 6

The 7-point teaser makes sense when the extra point crosses an additional key number that 6 points would miss. Consider these scenarios:

Favorite at -9.5 to -10: A 6-point teaser moves this to -3.5 to -4. A 7-point teaser moves it to -2.5 to -3. The 7-point version crosses the key number 3, which the 6-point version does not.

Underdog at +0.5 to +1: A 6-point teaser moves this to +6.5 to +7. A 7-point teaser moves it to +7.5 to +8. The 7-point version gets you past 7 instead of landing on it.

Close call situations: When the original spread sits at a point where 6 points lands you on a key number (like -3 exactly), the extra point can push you past it to +4.

If the extra point does not cross an additional key number, you are paying for security that rarely matters. Stick with 6-point teasers in those situations.

How 7-Point Teaser Odds Work

Sportsbooks price 7-point teasers based on the increased win probability. Since you are buying more points, the payout decreases to compensate for your higher expected win rate.

Typical 2-Leg, 7-Point NFL Teaser Pricing:

Standard range: -130 to -150

Some books: -140 standard

Worse books: -155 or higher

Typical 3-Leg, 7-Point NFL Teaser Pricing:

Standard range: +140 to +160

Some books: +150 standard

Compare this to 6-point pricing, which typically runs -110 to -130 for 2 legs. You are giving up 15-25 cents or more in juice for that extra point.

Breakeven Requirements

Understanding breakeven math helps you evaluate whether 7-point teasers make sense for your situation:

Teaser Price	Breakeven Win Rate Per Leg	Both Legs Must Hit
-130	73.7%	54.3%
-140	75.1%	56.4%
-150	76.4%	58.4%

At -140 pricing, each leg of your 7-point teaser needs to hit roughly 75% of the time for you to break even. That is achievable with well-selected legs, but you need to be honest about whether your picks genuinely hit at that rate.

For comparison, a 6-point teaser at -120 requires each leg to hit about 73% to break even. The difference seems small, but over hundreds of teasers it adds up.

Key Numbers and 7-Point Teasers

The power of any teaser comes from crossing key numbers—the final score margins that occur most frequently in NFL games. With 7 points of movement, you have more opportunity to cross multiple key numbers on a single leg.

NFL Key Numbers:

3 points: Field goal (most common margin)

7 points: Touchdown plus extra point (second most common)

10 points: Touchdown plus field goal

6 points: Two field goals or TD without extra point

4 points: Field goal plus safety or other combinations

Maximum Key Number Coverage

A 7-point teaser from -8 moves the line to -1. In that movement, you cross:

The number 7 (touchdown margin)

The number 3 (field goal margin)

You end up past all the common margins where games land. A win by exactly 1 or 2 points gives you a cover, while without the teaser a 3-point or 7-point win would have been a loss.

Similarly, a 7-point teaser from +2 moves the line to +9. You cross:

The number 3 (now you cover if you lose by 3)

The number 7 (now you cover if you lose by 7)

This is the same coverage a 6-point teaser provides from these specific starting points. The value of the 7th point depends entirely on the original spread.

When the 7th Point Matters

The 7th point only adds value when it crosses a key number that 6 points would not reach:

Starting spread -9.5 or -10: The 6-point teaser lands at -3.5 or -4, still exposed to a 3-point margin. The 7-point teaser lands at -2.5 or -3, now covering a 3-point win.

Starting spread +0.5 or +1: The 6-point teaser lands at +6.5 or +7, still exposed to a 7-point loss. The 7-point teaser lands at +7.5 or +8, now covering a 7-point loss.

If your spread already crosses both 3 and 7 with 6 points, the extra point typically just provides a buffer against unusual margins. That buffer has value, but usually not enough to justify the pricing difference.

7-Point Teaser Strategy

Building a winning 7-point teaser strategy requires discipline. You should not use 7 points on every teaser—only on legs where the extra point genuinely helps.

Apply Wong Teaser Principles

The Wong teaser strategy focuses on spreads that cross both 3 and 7 when teased. The same logic applies to 7-point teasers, but your starting ranges shift:

For 6-point Wong teasers: Favorites -7.5 to -8.5 Underdogs +1.5 to +2.5

For 7-point teasers that add value: Favorites -9 to -10.5 (where the extra point crosses 3) Underdogs +0.5 to +1.5 (where the extra point crosses 7)

If your spread falls in the standard Wong range, stick with 6 points. If it falls in the extended range where 7 points cross an additional key number, consider the 7-point teaser.

Shop for Better Pricing

Teaser pricing varies significantly across sportsbooks. A 7-point teaser priced at -135 is much better value than the same teaser at -150. Before placing any 7-point teaser:

Check multiple books for their 7-point pricing

Compare to their 6-point pricing

Calculate whether the extra point justifies the cost

If no book offers reasonable 7-point pricing, consider whether a 6-point teaser or even a straight bet makes more sense.

Know When to Avoid 7-Point Teasers

Seven-point teasers are often the wrong choice when:

The 6-point teaser already crosses 3 and 7: You are paying for an extra point that does not add meaningful value.

The pricing is too steep: At -150 or worse, you need very high hit rates to justify the cost.

You are teasing totals or basketball: Key numbers matter less in these markets, making extra points less valuable.

You are adding too many legs: Three-leg and four-leg 7-point teasers require even higher hit rates to overcome the juice.

Common 7-Point Teaser Mistakes

Paying Too Much for the 7th Point

The most common mistake is using 7-point teasers when 6 points would suffice. If your spread teases through 3 and 7 with 6 points, that extra point is just insurance against rare outcomes. The cost usually exceeds the benefit.

Assuming Higher Win Rate Equals Better Value

Yes, 7-point teasers win more often than 6-point teasers. But winning more often does not mean better value if the payout reduction exceeds the win rate improvement. Always calculate the breakeven math before choosing your teaser type.

Ignoring Push Rules

Different sportsbooks handle pushes differently on 7-point teasers. Some treat a push on one leg of a 2-leg teaser as a loss. Others reduce it to a straight bet. Know your book's rules before betting.

Landing on key numbers like 3 and 7 happens regularly in NFL games. With a 7-point teaser, you are more likely to push on one of these numbers. Make sure the push rules work in your favor.

Not Tracking Results

Without tracking, you cannot know if your 7-point teasers are actually profitable. Keep records of:

Each teaser's legs and starting spreads

Whether 6 points would have been sufficient

Win/loss results

Cumulative profit or loss

Over time, this data tells you whether 7-point teasers genuinely help your results or whether you should stick to 6-point teasers.

For more on teaser mistakes, see our guide on common teaser betting mistakes.

Try the Teaser Calculator

Use our teaser calculator to compare payouts and model different scenarios before placing your bet:

For detailed guidance on using the calculator, see our teaser calculator guide.

7-Point Teaser FAQs

What is a 7-point teaser?

A 7-point teaser is a multi-leg bet where you move the point spread by 7 points in your favor on each leg. All legs must win for the teaser to cash. The extra point compared to standard 6-point teasers means higher win rates but lower payouts.

How much does a 7-point teaser pay?

Payouts vary by sportsbook, but typical 2-leg, 7-point NFL teasers pay around -130 to -150. This is significantly less than 6-point teasers, which typically pay -110 to -130.

Is a 7-point teaser better than a 6-point teaser?

Not always. A 7-point teaser is better only when the extra point crosses an additional key number that 6 points would miss. If 6 points already crosses 3 and 7, the extra point usually is not worth the reduced payout.

What spreads work best for 7-point teasers?

Look for favorites between -9 and -10.5 (where 7 points crosses the key number 3) or underdogs between +0.5 and +1.5 (where 7 points gets you past 7). These are situations where the 7th point adds genuine value.

Can you do a 7-point teaser in basketball?

Most sportsbooks offer basketball teasers, but the point adjustments are smaller (typically 4-5 points). The concept of 7-point teasers is specific to football where 7 points is a standard option.

What is the breakeven win rate for a 7-point teaser?

At -140 pricing, each leg needs to hit about 75% of the time for a 2-leg teaser to break even (56.4% combined). At -150, each leg needs to hit about 76.4% (58.4% combined).

Final Thoughts

Seven-point teasers have their place in NFL betting, but they are not the default choice. The extra point costs real money in reduced payouts, and that cost is only justified when the 7th point crosses a key number that 6 points would not reach.

For most teaser situations, a 6-point teaser offers better value. The classic Wong teaser strategy works with 6 points, and the pricing is significantly better. Save 7-point teasers for specific situations where the math supports the extra cost.

The fundamentals remain the same regardless of teaser size: stick to NFL sides, target key number crossings, shop aggressively for the best pricing, and always know your sportsbook's push rules. For a complete foundation in teaser betting, read our comprehensive teaser betting guide.

Sports betting should stay optional, affordable, and fun. If you ever feel that betting is affecting your life negatively, take a break and reach out for help.