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CFP National Championship 2025-26 Odds: Who Will Stop the Buckeyes?
The 2025-26 College Football Championship odds didn’t shift much after the first round of games, with the favorites waiting for their opponents for the quarterfinals. In this first-ever 12-team CFP, anything can happen, leaving several teams in contention.
Let’s evaluate the latest CFP odds and analyze the top favorites before I share my College Football Championship predictions.
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Best NHL Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions for Today, December 23
Picking the best NHL anytime goal scorer bets today can be time-consuming, but our hockey experts are here to help! They will share their goal scorer predictions daily from October to the Stanley Cup Final in June.
Here are our daily NHL goal scorer predictions for tonight, December 23:
You can find the reasoning for our recommended NHL goal scorer picks in the next section. Also, read be...
2025 NBA Christmas Betting Preview: Predictions, Odds, and Best Bets
There are five games on Thursday, giving NBA fans plenty of Christmas Day odds to bet on. This year’s holiday quintuple header features a mix of emerging and established stars, with some of the best teams in the league under the microscope.
I break down the latest NBA Christmas Day odds and each matchup below, sharing my predictions on all games.
Here are my NBA Christmas Day best bets, ...
College Football Playoff 2025-26 Quarterfinals Preview: Odds & Best Bets
The 2025-26 College Football Playoff quarterfinals odds are set for what should be a competitive round, with four of the weaker teams out. The top seeds of the playoffs will step onto the field for the first time, so the action is about to be kicked up several notches.
Four second-round matchups are scheduled to be played on New Year’s Eve and Day between the final eight teams. In this articl...
NBA MVP Odds and Predictions: Can SGA Repeat in 2025-26?
The NBA MVP odds for the 2025-26 suggested a favored trio between last year’s top three: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Nikola Jokic, and Luka Doncic. Victor Wembanyama had forced his way into the group, but his health could be an issue. Will one of the favorites win, or can an underdog upset the odds?
Let’s explore the odds, the top favorites, and the most promising dark horses, before I share my p...
NFL MVP 2025-26 Betting Preview: Odds, Predictions, Best Bets
The 2025-26 NFL MVP odds have experienced a significant shake-up recently, as Drake Maye and Matthew Stafford have overtaken the top spot. Are we set to see a surprising MVP winner this season, or will someone like Josh Allen or Jordan Love stage a big comeback?
I explore the latest winner odds, analyze the betting favorites, highlight a few good sleepers, and make my NFL MVP predictions.
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2025 NFL Defensive Player of the Year Odds, Favorites, and Predictions
The 2025-26 NFL DPOY odds highlight how close the race for this award will be. Without a clear front-runner for the Defensive Player of the Year honors, you can find excellent returns on all potential winners.
But who represents the best value? Check out my expert analysis of the favorites and my NFL DPOY predictions for the 2025-26 season.
See the latest NFL DPOY odds, courtesy of Bova...
Free KBO Predictions: Korean Baseball Best Bets for October 17
Are you looking for the best KBO predictions today? We’re here to help with free, expert picks on the league! The Korean Baseball Organization is one of the most exciting baseball leagues in the world and can be a profitable market for savvy bettors.
All season long, The Sports Geek is bringing you daily free KBO picks and best bets. It can be difficult for casual fans who don’t follow Korean ...
How Many NFL Games Go to Overtime or End in a Tie?
NFL games go to overtime far less often than fans might expect, but when they do, the pressure couldn’t be higher. Only a small percentage of matchups extend beyond regulation, and ties are even rarer.
Below, I look at how often NFL games go to overtime, how often they end in a tie, and what’s changed under the 2025 rules. It also covers how these outcomes influence betting markets and wh...
High vs Low Odds in Sports Betting: What Is Better?
The high vs. low odds in sports betting debate has been around forever. Some people claim that you should be targeting high prices, while others build strategies around lower ones.
The truth is, both can be viable, and there’s no clear better choice for all bettors. The right approach depends on your betting style, bankroll size, and how much risk you’re comfortable taking.
Learn the pros a...
Anytime TD Scorer Predictions This Week: Who Will Score a Touchdown?
I hunt for the best NFL anytime TD scorer bets every week by going through the latest odds and finding value bets. I combine stats, matchups, recent form, and other factors when preparing my anytime touchdown scorer predictions and then look at the prices for the best odds.
With that in mind, here are my best anytime TD bets for Week 7, including a healthy parlay!
Anytime TD Scorer Predicti...
The Great British Baking Show 2025 Betting Preview with Odds and Predictions
The Great British Baking Show is back for Season 16, and the winner odds are already heating up in the tent! With a fresh batch of talented bakers, stunning creations, and the occasional soggy bottom, fans are tuning in and placing their bets on who will rise to the challenge and claim the coveted cake stand crown.
In this guide, I break down the latest Great British Baking Show odds, highligh...
2025 NFL Week 7 Betting Preview: Odds, Lines, and Best Bets
The final London game and another Monday Night Football doubleheader highlight the NFL Week 7 odds. Several Super Bowl contenders square off, too, creating thrilling betting opportunities this weekend.
Keep reading to see the latest NFL Week 7 betting lines and best bets.
Here are the updated Week 7 odds, courtesy of Bovada Sportsbook.
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Free KBO Predictions: Korean Baseball Best Bets for October 14
Are you looking for the best KBO predictions today? We’re here to help with free, expert picks on the league! The Korean Baseball Organization is one of the most exciting baseball leagues in the world and can be a profitable market for savvy bettors.
All season long, The Sports Geek is bringing you daily free KBO picks and best bets. It can be difficult for casual fans who don’t follow Korean ...
NLCS 2025 Betting Preview: NL Championship Odds, Prediction and Best Bets
The 2025 NLCS odds present a highly favorable situation for the Los Angeles Dodgers. The defending champs are squarely in the driver’s seat, according to the latest prices to win the league title in the National League.
However, is there an upset in the works, and which side should you bet on? I explore the NL Championship odds, analyze each club, and make my NLCS predictions.
NLCS 20...
2025 Chicago Marathon Betting Preview and Predictions: Kenyans and Ethiopians Favored
We finally have the 2025 Chicago Marathon betting odds, so it's time to figure out the best for the 47th edition. Both the men's and women's kick off on Sunday, October 12, but who will win this year?
I’m going to take you through the route and the weather forecast, the top favorites, and provide some historical context before making my predictions! Before we get there, though, here are the Ch...
