Touchdown dances aren’t just reserved for the guys getting across the goal line.
Touchdown props allow NFL bettors to celebrate alongside their favorite players, which makes anytime touchdown and first touchdown odds among the most popular NFL player props bets every week.
If you think you know which players will strike paydirt, you can bet on them to score a TD at any point in the game. And if you’re really locked in on who will get past the goal line first, you can pump up your payouts by betting the “first touchdown scorer” markets when you make your NFL picks.
Anytime touchdown predictions
Ja'Marr Chase anytime touchdown
Ja'Marr Chase has scored three times in the past two weeks while receiving 22 targets, including three red-zone looks. The Steelers have only allowed three receiving touchdowns all season, but they have been susceptible through the air against go-to wideouts.
Plus, Bengals veteran quarterback Joe Flacco is plenty familiar with Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin and defensive coordinator Teryl Austin, and I expect Chase to be force-fed the football again under the bright lights of Thursday Night Football.
-Neil Parker
Jaylen Waddle anytime touchdown
Jaylen Waddle is up to five red-zone receptions in 2025, good for sixth in the NFL, and has three TD grabs under his belt.
Tua Tagovailoa has been unafraid to get the ball to Waddle following the injury to Tyreek Hill. His eight targets last week were one shy of his season high of nine earned two games ago.
The Browns defense has been fearsome against the run, but less so vs. the pass. Wide receivers have accounted for eight touchdowns vs. Cleveland, tied for the fourth-most in football.
-Robert Criscola
Harold Fannin Jr. anytime touchdown
David Njoku’s Week 6 injury opened the door for rookie tight end Harold Fannin Jr. to emerge as a key target for Dillon Gabriel, with Fannin seeing a team-high 10 targets in last week’s loss to Pittsburgh.
Fannin should once again be the focal point of the Browns’ attack, especially against a Dolphins defense that ranks 31st in yards allowed per route run.
-Trevor Knapp
Ladd McConkey anytime touchdown
While the Indianapolis Colts are one of the better stories in the NFL this season, their defense is far from bulletproof. The Colts have been exposed time and again by wide receivers in 2025, allowing the fourth-most yards per game (162.2) while surrendering seven touchdowns to the position over their first six contests.
Los Angles Chargers WR Ladd McConkey, fresh off his first 100-yard effort of the season and second straight game with a touchdown, is likely licking his chops ahead of this tilt.
The Bolts will be unafraid to test the Colts’ shoddy pass stoppers, as they’re fourth in pass attempts to this point in the campaign.
-Robert Criscola
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Multi-touchdown prediction
Davante Adams 2+ touchdowns
Puka Nacua is currently dealing with an ankle sprain, putting the Rams' WR1 in jeopardy of missing their overseas trip to London. Enter Davante Adams, who should put on a show in front of the Wembley faithful.
The veteran wideout leads L.A. with three receiving touchdowns and will take advantage of a Jaguars secondary that has been shredded through the air, ranking dead last in passing yards allowed to outside WRs.
-Trevor Knapp
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What is a first touchdown scorer bet?
A first touchdown scorer bet involves wagering on which player will score the first touchdown in a specific NFL game. This type of bet can be placed on any player who is eligible to score, and typically focuses on running backs, wide receivers, tight ends, and quarterbacks.
If the player you choose scores the first touchdown, you win the bet; if not, you lose. The odds for these bets can vary based on the player’s likelihood to score first, which is influenced by factors like their position, recent performance, and the team's offensive strategy and efficiency.
What is an anytime touchdown scorer bet?
An anytime touchdown bet involves wagering on whether a specific player will score a touchdown at any point during the game, not just the first TD.
For example, if you bet on Ravens running back Derrick Henry to score an anytime touchdown and he finds the end zone at any time during the game, you win the bet. This type of bet is popular because it allows for more scoring opportunities, and you can often choose players based on advantageous matchups. The odds can vary based on the player’s scoring potential and the strength of the team’s offensive scheme.
How are touchdown prop odds determined in NFL betting?
Here are some of the key factors oddsmakers consider when setting touchdown prop odds:
- Player performance: Historical data on a player's scoring ability, including past touchdowns, carries, and target share, is crucial.
- Matchup analysis: The opposing defense's strengths and weaknesses are evaluated, including how well they defend against specific positions.
- Injury reports: Injuries to key players can impact a player's likelihood of scoring. Check out our NFL Injuries page to stay up to date before making your wager.
- Game script: Oddsmakers consider potential game scenarios, such as whether a team is expected to be ahead or behind and how that may impact their strategy.
- Public sentiment: Betting patterns and public perception can also sway odds. If a player is very popular or a big favorite, sportsbooks may adjust their odds to mitigate risk. You can check out our Covers NFL picks consensus to see how the public is leaning.
- Statistical models: Sportsbook use advanced analytics and data-driven models to help refine their lines.
NFL TD Prop Betting FAQ
Yes, both running touchdowns and receiving touchdowns count for both the first touchdown scorer and anytime touchdown bets. So, if a running back scores a touchdown by running the ball or a wide receiver scores by catching a pass, it will count for your bet in either category. As long as the player you bet on is the one who scores, you win!
Yes, an interception return for a touchdown counts as a touchdown in anytime touchdown betting props. If you bet on a defensive player to score an anytime touchdown and they return an interception for a touchdown, your bet would win. This also applies to fumble recoveries returned for touchdowns. However, it's important to check the specific rules of the sportsbook, as they can vary.
On an average Sunday of NFL football, six to seven touchdowns are typically scored per game. Since there are usually 12 to 16 games played, that can add up to 70 to 100 total touchdowns across the league.
Yes, an NFL center can score a touchdown, though it's quite rare. Centers primarily focus on snapping the ball and blocking, but they can score through a fumble recovery, a passing play if they are deemed eligible before the play, and a fake play.
Yes, you can parlay touchdown props in NFL betting. A parlay involves combining multiple bets into one wager, and if all selections win, the payout can be much higher than placing each bet individually. For instance, you can parlay bets on multiple players to score touchdowns in the same game, but keep in mind that all bets in the parlay must win for you to receive a payout.
