Look-Ahead Line
Lines posted for next week's games while the current week is still being played. Common in NFL, where Week 4 lines are posted during Week 3.
Like pre-ordering a product before reviews come out: you might get a better price, but you're betting on incomplete information.
Why it matters
Look-ahead lines are set with limited information and lower limits, creating potential value for bettors who act early.
How DMP uses this
DMP's odds polling captures look-ahead lines when available, letting you compare early prices to where lines open at full limits.
Common mistake
Betting look-ahead lines at full bankroll stakes — books post these with low limits specifically because they're less confident in the number.