A Trevor Story Trade: Analyzing Potential Suitors for Rockies Shortstop Trevor Story
A Trevor Story trade? The Colorado Rockies appear to be entering a rebuild, as the sudden news of five-time all-star third baseman, Nolan Arenado..
Hottest Props and Parlays for Super Bowl LV
Props and Parlays for Super Bowl LV: You’re going to want to check out this, and many other Super Bowl previews right here on USA Wager…
Breaking Down the Most Important Matchups in Super Bowl LV
Breaking Down the Most Important Matchups in Super Bowl LV: Super Bowl LV between the Kansas City Chiefs and Tampa Bay Buccaneers has an abundance of…
Can the Bucs Beat the Chiefs? 3 Things the Buccaneers Must Do on Defense to Slow Down the Chiefs
Can the Bucs Beat the Chiefs? The Buccaneers defense has a massive challenge ahead of them on Sunday in Super Bowl LV. The Chiefs had the best offense in
Top 5 Super Bowl Games of All Time
Top 5 Super Bowl Games Ever Played: This Sunday, February 7th will be the 55th Super Bowl. There have been many great championship games…
Should the Miami Dolphins Trade for Deshaun Watson?
Should the Miami Dolphins Trade for Deshaun Watson? Well, you will just have to visit us to find out as we dive into it.
The Best Tom in Sports History: Some of the Greatest Tom’s to Ever Suit Up
The Best Tom in Sports History: Some of the Greatest Tom’s to Ever Suit Up: As Tom Brady is set to play in his tenth Super Bowl on Sunday…
Forget About Brady and Mahomes: Why Super Bowl LV will be Won in the Trenches
Everyone is talking about Tom Brady & Patrick Mahomes for the 2021 Super Bowl. But read why Tanner thinks the Super Bowl LV will be won in the trenches!
Brett Favre Talking About Contracts of Current Players Is OK! Right?
Should Brett Favre talking about contracts of current players continue? Read why I think this is OK and the Gunslinger should continue!
Top 10 Prop Bets for Super Bowl LV
For bettors and non-bettors alike, prop bets make the Super Bowl very exciting. The Super Bowl and prop bets go together…
Can You Really Bet on the Puppy Bowl This Year?
Can You Really Bet on the Puppy Bowl This Year? Sports fans across the world have waited an entire year for this upcoming Sunday. Some of the youngest, most agile, and feisty young players are going to take the field for a huge game. Sunday at 2 p.m. Puppy Bowl XVII will kick off with…
Nationals Roster Moves: The Washington Nationals Underrated Offseason
Nationals Roster Moves: When a team starts a season 19-31, the chances are slim that they will be relevant in October. But the 2019 Nationals…
Will the Dallas Cowboys re-sign Dak Prescott
Cowboys struck gold in the fourth round Out of all of the quarterbacks selected in the 2016 NFL draft, Dak Prescott remains the only quarterback not benched, traded, or released by the team that drafted them five years ago. Prescott drafted pick 135 in the fourth round has now outlasted quarterbacks such as number one…
College Hoops: Big Ten Weekly Preview
Marquee Matchups Michigan State (8-6, 2-6) vs. #8 Iowa (12-4, 6-3): Currently sitting second to last in the conference at 2-6, head coach Tom Izzo and Michigan State are in dire need of a signature win to put on their resume. They have been one of the most disappointing teams in the country, and have…
Why Rob Gronkowski Could be the Difference Maker in Super Bowl LV
Rob Gronkowski could be the greatest tight end of all-time. Gronkowski had a dominating career with the New England Patriots from 2010 until 2018. He then proceeded to retire for one season before returning to join his former quarterback, Tom Brady, in Tampa Bay. Gronkowski has been quietly productive this season. He has made some…
Is Deshaun Watson untradable?
It has been no secret that Deshaun Watson, the quarterback for the Houston Texans, is wanting a trade from the team he grew up in. Ever since the Texans hired Nick Caserio as their general manager in early January 2021, it seems like the relationship between Watson and the Texans organization has gotten to the…
Does Collin Sexton Have a Case for NBA Most Improved Player?
NBA Most Improved Player Collin Sexton? Whenever I tune in to watch a Cavs game this year, I know that the team is going to play hard. I know that they will…
Was Tom Brady More Important than Bill Belichick for New England’s 20 Years of Dominance?
I grew up as a New England Patriots fan, so I’ve always wondered who was more important for the team’s 20 years of dominance: Tom Brady or Bill Belichick. Tom Brady leading the Buccaneers to the Super Bowl this season has caused many people to come out and say that New England was successful because of…
Brady vs Mahomes: Is Super Bowl LV the Official Changing of the Guard?
Brady vs Mahomes. The GOAT faces off against the young stud in a very exciting Superbowl matchup. Is this the changing of the guard?
Alabama at Oklahoma Prediction and Betting Pick
In an extremely exciting matchup this weekend, #9 Alabama takes on #24 Oklahoma. Get our free Alabama at Oklahoma prediction and pick.
Receivers vs. Corners: Super Bowl LV
Consider this piece a resource for your passing game props. We’ll take a look at rankings for the receivers vs. corners in Super Bowl LV.
Trench Talk: Offensive and Defensive Line Matchups for Super Bowl LV
Football starts in the trenches, so where else to start our slew of Super Bowl breakdowns than with the offensive and defensive line matchups for the Kansas City Chiefs and Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Matt LaFleur Kicking a Field Goal Is Fireable
Down 8 points, 2:09 left, 4th & Goal, MVP Quarterback, #1 offense in the NFL, struggling defense. Matt LaFleur kicked it.
AFC Championship Preview; 3 Things that the Bills Must Do to Upset the Chiefs
AFC Championship Preview: The Chiefs faced the Bills in Buffalo back in Week 6 of the regular season. Kansas City prevailed over Buffalo by a score of 26-17…
NFC Championship Preview; 3 Things that the Buccaneers Must Do to Upset the Packers
NFC Championship Preview: The Buccaneers defeated the Packers in Week 6 of the regular season by a score of 38-10. The Buccaneers blew the Packers out of…
Free Agent Cam Newton: Is He Worthy of a Multi-Million Dollar Deal?
Free Agent Cam Newton: The NFL offseason is in full swing for most teams in the league. There are only four teams who are still playing football this season, but even these franchises are already thinking about next year. That’s just the way that professional sports operate. One of the biggest topics in the young NFL…
Matchups that Might Impact the AFC Championship Game
As we prepare for two great games this weekend, I wanted to take a look at a few stats and matchups that might not come to top of mind when betting on a game. Next: the AFC Championship Game.
Matchups that Might Impact the NFC Championship Game
As we prepare for two great games this weekend, I thought we’d take a look at a few stats and matchups that might not come to top of mind when betting on a game. First up: the NFC Championship Game.
NFC Divisional Round: Buccaneers vs Saints Preview
Buccaneers vs Saints Preview: NFC South foes, Tampa Bay and New Orleans, will meet for the third time this season on Sunday in the Divisional Round of the NFL Playoffs. The winner will advance to next Sunday’s NFC Championship Game. New Orleans took down Tampa Bay both times during the regular season, but this contest…
Best Quotes from the 2020 NFL Season
The 2020 NFL season has concluded, at least the regular season, and we’re only two games away from knowing this year’s Super Bowl matchup. One of my favorite parts about the NFL season is the quotes that are said by the players and coaches over the course of 17 weeks. Great football quotes aren’t limited…
Taylor Heinicke, I Salute You
If you didn’t know the name Taylor Heinicke prior to Saturday night’s NFC Wild Card game between Washington and Tampa Bay don’t feel bad. There aren’t too many people who knew about the 27-year-old quarterback before he took the field for the Washington Football Team last Saturday night. Heinicke laid his heart on the line against…
The Bucs Advance: Why the Buccaneers are the Most Dangerous Team in the NFL Playoffs
The Bucs advance to the Divisional Round of the NFL Playoffs after taking down Washington 31-23 on the road last Saturday night…
NL West Preview: Is 2021 the Year that the Padres Dethrone the Dodgers in the NL West?
A mini NL West preview. One of the 2020 NLDS matchups featured the Los Angeles Dodgers and the San Diego Padres. The Dodgers, who would go onto win…
NFL Wild Card Weekend Bets: Matchup Breakdowns
As is a weekly tradition, I present matchup breakdowns to help inform our Wild Card Weekend bets.
Ranking the Six NFL Coaching Vacancies
As of this writing, there are six NFL coaching vacancies. What the hell – let’s rank em.
Joe Flacco Has More Playoff Wins Than Your Favorite Quarterback
Aaron Rodgers and… JOE FLACCO have each won 10 times in the postseason in their careers.
My Favorite Week 17 Player Props and NFL Bets
Well this is it, the last regular season games of the year. It’s sad, but let us enjoy it! There are NFL bets to be won.
Week 17 Player Props: Passing and Rushing Breakdowns for Every NFL Game
We had a great week off the back of this analysis, and it’s time to finish the regular season strong with Week 17 player props.
Nick Saban Championships: 1 National Title Away from History
How many Nick Saban Championships are we going to witness?! In the Rose Bowl Game on Friday, Nick Saban will lead Alabama out of the tunnel for the sixth…
College Football Playoff Preview: Ohio State vs Clemson
Ohio State vs Clemson… let’s do this! This contest is a rematch of the 2020 Fiesta Bowl where the Tigers bested the Buckeyes 29-23.
Why I’m Betting on the Bills to Win Super Bowl LV
The 12-3 Buffalo Bills are currently +800 to win Super Bowl LV, and my bet has been placed. I’m betting on the Bills.
My Favorite Week 16 Player Props and NFL Bets
NFL Week 16 Player Props and bets
Can You Spell Elite Without Eli? – Eli Manning and the NFL Hall of Fame
This article is about Eli Manning’s case as a potential Hall of Fame quarterback. Are two Super Bowls enough to overlook all of his other struggles?
NFL Player Props: Passing and Rushing Breakdowns for Every Week 16 Game
NFL Player Props resource for Week 16. Breakdowns of every matchup.
Best NFL Prop Bets for Christmas Day Football
I don’t think there’s a better day of the year than Christmas to win a few prop bets. Here are my best NFL prop bets for Christmas Day football.
Is Walker Buehler the Second Coming of Clayton Kershaw in Los Angeles?
Dodgers’ fans believe Walker Buehler will be able to fill Kershaw’s shoes throughout the next decade, but is he the second coming of the future Hall of Famer?
The Three Most Reliable Backup Quarterbacks in the NFL
The backup quarterback is one of the most critical positions in the NFL. Here are my choices for the most reliable backup quarterbacks in the NFL.
Enjoy Laughing at the Patriots While You Can
The Patriots are 6-8 and coming off a loss to Miami yesterday that was the final nail in the coffin for the Patriots’ playoff hopes in 2020. Mathematically, there is still a slight chance that the Patriots sneak into the postseason, but yesterday’s loss was devastating.
Saturday NFL Bets: Week 15 Matchup Breakdowns
Prepare for your Saturday NFL bets with game previews, props and more.
Why Matt Rhule will Lead the Panthers to their First Super Bowl Championship in this Decade
Matt Rhule is in his first season as the head coach of the Carolina Panthers. I remember when Matt Rhule was hired for the vacant position almost one year ago. I thought this was an outstanding decision by the Carolina front office.
ACC Championship – Can the Irish Take Down the Clemson Tigers with Trevor Lawrence in the Lineup?
The ACC Championship on Saturday will be a November 7th rematch between Clemson and Notre Dame. The Irish took down the Tigers by a score of 47-40 in South Bend in a double OT thriller. Notre Dame was the better team that night, but can they make it 2 for 2 against the Tigers in 2020?
Brooklyn Nets Season Preview – 2020-21
To get hyped for this season Nets fans you have to go all the way back to the summer of ’19 when the Nets officially signed Kyrie Irving and Kevin Durant, well Nets fans, we’re finally here. Here is my Brooklyn Nets Season preview for the upcoming season.
NFL Week 15 Preview – Player Prop Breakdowns for Every NFL Game
Using PFF’s grading, I’ve broken down every single offensive matchup for every single NFL game in Week 15. You’re welcome. Here is my NFL Week 15 preview.
Top 10 Atmospheres in College Football
The college football season is coming to an end and this makes me sad as a fan that tunes in every Saturday. One of the reasons that college football is unlike any other sport in America is because of the pageantry that we see every Saturday in the fall. Here are my Top 10 atmospheres in college football.
Does Coastal Carolina Belong in the Top 10?
The latest College Football AP Top 25 poll included some major shakeups following Week 15. The move that had the college football world buzzing involved the Coastal Carolina Chanticleers. The Chanticleers landed the ninth-ranked position in the Week 16 AP Top 25 poll.
The OTHER Running Back Named Adrian Peterson
If you’re named Adrian Peterson, chances are that a team in the NFC North will make sure to have you on the roster. Everybody knows about current Lions RB Adrian Peterson, who spent nearly a decade carving up opposing defenses as a member of the Minnesota Vikings. But, what about the other guy?
Week 14 Player Prop Breakdowns for Every NFL Game
Using PFF’s grading, I’ve broken down every single offensive matchup for every single NFL game in Week 14. You’re welcome.
The goal here? Find disparities to target.
Trace McSorley and Other Athletes With Rap Songs Named After Them
Remember when Mo Bamba came out a few years ago? It was instantly a song played at every party and sporting event. Sheck Wes was paying homage to his childhood friend, who is now a center for the Orlando Magic. Bamba asked him to put his name in the song. Bamba ended up becoming the topic of it.
Athletes That Peaked as Rookies
I came up with the idea for this article because of Shane Battier. If you look at his all of his averages, he had career-highs across the board during his first season with the Grizzlies. After that, he was primarily a role-player. Battier put up career-highs in: Minutes played (39.7 per game), field-goal attempts (12.3),…
NBA Veterans with Lack of Playoff Success Flocking to Contenders
Every NBA offseason, there’s a crazy amount of player movement. Between trades and signings, most rosters make at least a few changes. And when you consider that there are 30 teams, a lot is going on. In the first three days of free agency this year, 77(!) players signed contracts. That’s truly wild, and it…
Trading DeAndre Hopkins Should be Illegal
Last season, the Houston Texans had DeAndre Hopkins. They had a 24-0 lead in a playoff game against the Chiefs. Things seemed to be going pretty well. They went on to lose the same game by a 51-31 score. They traded Hopkins to the Cardinals, Now, they are 2-7 in 2020. Deshaun Watson (2,539 yards,…
NHL Reverse Retro Jersey Reveal Rankings
The NHL and Adidas partnered to release their new “Reverse Retro” jerseys, which will be utilized throughout the upcoming season. While awaiting word on when the 2020-21 season might start, we can anticipate what these sweaters will look like on the ice. Here, I’ve ranked the Reverse Retro series jerseys, from the worst of the…
Ranking Backyard Baseball Cover Athletes
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NFL Week 10 Preview: Spread Darlings, Blowouts, and Bouncebacks
Last week I introduced my new favorite teams to follow, the Pesky Teams. You know them, they’re scrappy, maybe not great record-wise, but keep games close. They went 4-3 ATS last week. Nothing remarkable there. As for me (follow me on Twitter @griffybets) I went 10-8 on the day. Ended two units up off big…
Daunte Culpepper’s 2004 Season
What exactly is so interesting about a season where the Vikings went 8-8? Why does it matter that the starting QB that season was guy that spells Dante with a U? Who cares that said QB won just 41 games in his career after being a first-round pick? Daunte Culpepper started 100 games in his…
Examining Under Deserving NBA All-Star Selections of the Past 15 years
I recently put together a piece about ‘random’ MLB All-Star selections. So, it’s only fair that the NBA gets the same treatment. There have been many head-scratching decisions by the NBA All-Star voters in recent years. I had to make sure to highlight some of the guys who probably didn’t deserve to play in the…
Random MLB All Stars Through the Years
Major League Baseball is without a doubt the most unique of the four major North American leagues. Their games are untimed and teams play all of their opponents during the year in the form of a 3 or 4 game series. And even more interesting, all 30 teams get at least one All-Star representative each…
The Anomaly of Joe Flacco’s 2012 Postseason Run
It came as a surprise to many when the Ravens won the 2012 Super Bowl. They rallied late in Denver to knock off Peyton Manning. They became the first team to beat the Patriots in Foxboro when trailing at halftime. They overcame a halftime power outage to hold off the 49ers in the Super Bowl…
How the Knicks should Draft in 2020
The Knicks’ past seasons have been beyond dreadful. With a new coach practically every season, a rookie getting shipped every two seasons, and signing heavy contracts for declining players and hopeful stars, the Knicks need sustainability and identity if they want their future to be on the opposite side of the win column. Every single…
MVP Bets Not Named Russell Wilson: NFL Futures
Going into Week 7, Russell Wilson, leader of the then-undefeated Seattle Seahawks, was the odds-on favorite to take home the MVP at -120. In Sunday Night’s 37-34 overtime loss to the Arizona Cardinals, Wilson tossed three interceptions. The turnover-riddled performance is the first blemish on what has been a sterling start for the nine-year pro….
Newton Benched: What it Means for New England Going Forward
Through all the excitement of another Sunday in the NFL, the Patriots’ performance was almost overlooked if not for the benching of Cam Newton. To say Newton came out struggling would be putting it lightly. He stat line for the day was 9-of-15 for 98 yards and three interceptions. Newton was quoted after the game…
Why the Bucs Signing of Antonio Brown Doesn’t Necessarily Put Them Over the Top
Wait. The Bucs are 5-2? They have two All-Pro wide receivers and a legend named Rob Gronkowski? Tom Brady throws them the ball? And they just signed an all-time great receiver? How does this not put them over the top, Zach?! Well, read on to find out. This is not just another crazy “fan” take….
Tanking for Trevor: What Team Lands the Clemson Star?
It’s no secret that the prized possession in the 2021 NFL Draft is Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence. Lawrence would have been a top-10 pick in each of the previous two NFL Drafts, but he is finally eligible at the end of this college football season. Lawrence is the type of player that is capable of…
Why Failing to Win in the 2020 Playoffs May Doom Lamar Jackson’s Legacy
Lamar Jackson has been electrifying the NFL for three years now. He is looking like the most dangerous mobile quarterback since prime Michael Vick. He’s won 24 of his 28 regular-season starts and has the team competing in a tough AFC North this year. But, Jackson has taken the Ravens to the playoffs twice, and…
Betting the Eagles to win the NFC East has Great Value
Currently at 1-4-1, it’s been a tough start for the Philadelphia Eagles. Luckily for them, their peers in the NFC East are right there with them, as you surely know. Currently listed at +140 odds to win the NFC East, I find this to be tremendous value for a team that has at least shown…
Just Take the Points: My Bad Beat from NFL Week 5
Last weekend as I peered through the odds and spreads on DraftKings, I made my usual 3-4 spread bets and then moved on to my value picks. Solid money line odds with a team that has, “a chip and a chair(a chance).” The game that stood out was the Minnesota Vikings squaring off against the…
5 Reasons Why the Chicago Bears Will Win the Super Bowl
Most experts didn’t give the Chicago Bears much of a chance to make the playoffs in 2020. Through five games, Chicago stands tall at 4-1, and Da Bears are starting to gain some respect. There were plenty of question marks surrounding this team in the preseason, and some of these questions still remain. However, a…
How Jimmy Butler Silenced the Haters (And TJ Warren)
The NBA bubble was a complete success, with no positive COVID-19 tests and a new breakout performance every night. The first player to grab everybody’s attention was TJ Warren. The Pacers starting forward went nuts against the 76ers in the team’s first game. Warren shot 20-29 (9-12 3PT), en route to a career-high 53 points….
Does A Fourth NBA Title Push LeBron Past MJ?
We’ve already heard it: Is LeBron the GOAT? Let the offseason of debates begin. Let me start by saying, I am tired of hearing the term GOAT. First used by Muhammad “I Am The Greatest” Ali, it has now become a common term that gets way overused, with people being the GOAT of everything from…
Miami Hurricanes at Clemson Tigers FREE Betting Pick
The Miami Hurricanes (3-0, 1-0 road) have the college football world buzzing right now. Through the first three weeks, the Hurricanes are starting to make people believe the “U” is finally back. However, they haven’t quite faced a test like they they will on Saturday as the travel to Clemson (3-0, 2-0 home) to take…
Building the Optimal NFL DFS Lineup
The process of building a daily fantasy football lineup in the NFL isn’t always simple, especially if you’re locked in on making one specific optimal lineup to use across multiple lineups. A lot can go into the decisions, value by position can change drastically on a week-by-week basis, and you need to find the best…
Three College Football Teams To Bet Hard This Weekend
Last weekend saw some crazy results in what has been a wild start to the 2020 college football season. Oklahoma lost consecutive times for the first time since 1999, Iowa State beat the Sooners in Ames for the first time since 1960 and Georgia found its quarterback moving forward. This college football season is off…
Losses and Pushes: Bad Beats From NFL Week 4
Another week in the books and another week of broken hearts recorded. Some of you dog lovers had to have felt pretty good early this week, especially if you are a Los Angeles Chargers fan. There aren’t any in Los Angeles but there must be some somewhere. Let’s start with that game. Chargers Moneyline +290…
Tennessee Volunteers at Georgia Bulldogs FREE Betting Pick
After the first two weeks in the SEC, Florida and Georgia are showing that the two programs may be on a collision course to see who the best team in the SEC East this year. However, there is a third team looking to enter the race, and it is the Tennessee Volunteers. Coach Jeremy Pruitt…
Five College Football Teams to Bet on this Weekend
College football is off to a crazy start, as two top six teams, Oklahoma and defending national champion LSU, suffered home losses to unranked teams last Saturday. As we enter another week in college football, here are five college football teams to bet on this Saturday in college football. Auburn at Georgia (-7.5) The No….
Betting Futures and Anything Else on the NBA Finals
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A Sob Story: NFL Bad Beats Week 3
Another week of NFL games just means one thing, another week of NFL bad beats, and some poor person is sitting in their living room thinking he/she is just the unluckiest person in the world. Here are some games that got me this weekend. The Dirty Birds do us dirty…again: Atlanta (-2.5) Hopefully, after last…
National League Wild Card Series Playoff Preview
The day for National League Wild Card play has come. The MLB 60-game sprint season has come to an end, and it’s officially time for playoff baseball. The American League started things on Tuesday, but now it’s the National League’s turn on Wednesday. Let’s take a look at the National League. (8) Milwaukee Brewers vs….
The Dirty Birds: NFL Bad Beats from Week 2
Everyone loves to bet on the NFL. And if you do, you’re going to suffer a bad beat from time to time. Week 2 had a few of those, so we take a quick look back.
Heat Continue To Upset, Reward Bettors
Betting on the Miami Heat has paid off so far in the NBA Playoffs. Despite a Game 3 loss to the Boston Celtics, we think there is plenty of reason for optimism.
Odds of Winning The AL Central Title
The AL Central is the best division race in baseball. But who will come out on top?
Why You Should Always Bet the Over on the Kansas City Chiefs
The Kansas City Chiefs are the closest thing to a sure thing in the NFL. We take a look at the many reasons you should be betting the Chiefs over every game.
How to Bet the MLB Playoffs Opening Round
The MLB playoffs will have a new look for 2020, with 16 teams making the postseason, eight in each league. The league announced on Monday that the final three rounds will be held in their own version of a bubble and may or may not include fans. The first round is a best-of-three series and…
Top Two NFL Teams To Bet This Season
With so many things that are inconsistent in the NFL, it’s always nice to have a team or two that you can count on, like these two teams.
Dallas Cowboys Already Giving Bettors Fits
Why, Mike?? WHY??! That was the sentiment of bettors and Dallas Cowboys fans alike on the 2020 season’s first, Sunday Night Football.