Vegas oddsmakers like New England by 7

? The New England Patriots are Las Vegas oddsmakers’ pick to win the Super Bowl.

The Patriots, 24-14 winners Sunday over Indianapolis in the AFC title game, were made a seven-point favorite over the Carolina Panthers by four of the biggest Las Vegas sports books.

The Panthers earned a spot in the Super Bowl in Houston with a 14-3 victory over Philadelphia.

Bob Scucci, Stardust sports book director, said he posted a seven-point line with eight minutes left in the NFC game.

“Right now the Patriots look like the best team,” Scucci said. “I think we’ll see a lot of money on them in the Super Bowl.”