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2025 NFL Week 17 Betting Preview: Odds, Lines, and Best Bets
The NFL Week 17 odds feature a Christmas tripleheader and two matchups on Saturday, making it one of the most unique weeks of the season. Every team is in action this week, too, as the playoff picture starts to come into focus.
Let's break down the latest odds and betting lines before I share my Week 17 best bets.
See the latest odds for NFL Week 17 in the table below, courtesy of Bovada....
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...
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.
The foll...
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...
2025-26 Free NHL Pick’em Contests and Pools with Real Prizes
Joining free NHL pools and contests is a fantastic way to put your hockey knowledge to the test and win real prizes! Pick’em pools and other contests allow you to go head-to-head with other hockey bettors from around the world and compete for exciting prizes.
The 2025-26 NHL season is already underway, but it is not too late to join pick’em contests for this season. Keep reading to see the be...
Mr. Olympia 2025 Betting Preview: Odds, Predictions, and Best Bets
As the most prolific professional bodybuilders in the world converge on Las Vegas, the 2025 Mr. Olympia odds are available now at online bookmakers! With the finals approaching this weekend, it’s a good time to dissect the latest prices and make your picks.
I explore the betting odds, analyze the favorites to win, and reveal my top Mr. Olympia prediction.
Mr. Olympia 2025 Betting Odds
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Free KBO Predictions: Korean Baseball Best Bets for October 9
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 ...
2025 NFL Week 6 Betting Preview: Odds, Lines, and Best Bets
The NFL Week 6 odds include a team favored by a touchdown or more in roughly a third of the games. In theory, we should have many one-sided matchups, but the streak of upsets this season makes every game a must-see!
Let’s go through the NFL Week 6 betting lines and odds together, as I analyze them and share my best bets for every game.
Bovada Sportsbook offers the following odds for this ...
2025 WWE Crown Jewel Odds and Picks: Cena Says Farewell to Fans “Down Under”
We have WWE Crown Jewel odds for four matches as John Cena prepares to say goodbye to his Australian fans. Can AJ Styles ruin his “Down Under” farewell in the first WWE Crown Jewel event outside Saudi Arabia?
I’ll give you my WWE Crown Jewel predictions and betting picks for four matches, including Cena's Australian farewell!
WWE Crown Jewel 2025 Odds and Predictions Summary
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Free KBO Predictions: Korean Baseball Best Bets for October 7
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 ...
NHL 2025-26 Division Winner Odds and Picks: Who Tops the NHL’s Four Divisions?
The 2025-26 NHL Division winners odds suggest we're going to see some close races. But which teams will top their division and try to ride that momentum into the playoffs?
I’ll analyze the NHL Division odds for each division, and give my prediction and best bets at the end of this article!
2025-26 NHL Division Winners Odds and Predictions (Snapshot)
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Is Online Blackjack Rigged? | The Truth About Fair Play
Many people suspect that online blackjack is rigged, but is that truly the case? The short answer is no, at least if you play in a real casino. It’s still understandable to worry whether the cards are stacked against you when money is on the line.
That’s why I explain how online blackjack works and why it doesn’t need to be rigged for the casino to make money. Furthermore, I highlight th...
How Do Slot Tournaments Work: Rules, Prize Pools Distribution, Types of Tournaments
Many people wonder how slot tournaments work because most slots are meant to be played as a standalone game. Tournaments put a fresh spin on regular play by turning it into a competition against other players.
Instead of just spinning solo, you’re lined up against other players, all starting with the same credits and the same game. The goal? Rack up the highest score before the timer runs out ...
Top 10 Funny Gambling Memes
Gambling memes give us a nice distraction to the lighter side of betting on our favorite sports teams and playing popular casino games.
Anyone can create one, and anyone can also be turned into one. No one is safe from going viral, and below I've picked our top funny gambling memes from TV, movies, and social media.
What Are Your Favorite Gambling Memes?
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