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2025 NFL Week 2 Betting Preview: Odds, Lines, and Best Bets
The 2025 NFL Week 2 odds markets are officially open. You can bet on 16 exciting matchups this weekend, including multiple Super Bowl rematches!
I break down the latest odds and betting lines for every week 2 NFL game below. I’ve also included my best bets for the NFL this week.
Here are the updated odds for every NFL Week 2 game, courtesy of Bovada.
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Best NRFI Bets Today – No Runs First Inning Picks UPDATED DAILY
Interested in the best NRFI bets today? You’ve come to the right place since our MLB experts share their no runs first inning picks daily! We go through the odds to find the highest value picks for this market and bring them to you.
The table below contains our top NRFI predictions, but we also explain our reasoning for each bet and our overall strategy later in this article.
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Thursday Night Football Week 2 Predictions, Best Bets, Props: Commanders vs. Packers
Finding the Thursday Night Football best bets this week can be tricky, but our team is here to help! We will share our analysis and expert predictions throughout the entire NFL season, including recommended TNF player props.
The Washington Commanders and Green Bay Packers get Week 2 started with an NFC matchup at the historic Lambeau Field. Check out our Thursday Night Football predictions and...

Best Home Run Bets Today – MLB HR Predictions
Who will hit a home run today in the MLB? Check our best HR bets today to find out! Our experts go through the odds on any given night to discover the most valuable HR prop bets available.
They pick the best bets to hit a home run based on factors such as stats, recent trends, ballpark analysis, and more. We explain our approach in detail below, in case you want to build your own HR betting st...

Big Brother 27 Winner Odds and Predictions (Updated Weekly)
The Big Brother odds for the ultimate summer competition are available, and we have the best bets to consider making for Season 27! The opening prices reveal that this is expected to be a wide-open season.
We are following the action all season long in the Big Brother House and updating our picks every week until a winner is declared. Continue to find the latest odds and our Big Brother predic...

2025 Heisman Odds and Predictions – Arch Manning’s Time to Win the Heisman?
The Heisman odds for 2025 featured a familiar last name at the top of the board as Arch Manning was favored. He has dropped down the list, but how far has Manning fallen, and who is the favorite now?
I’ll take a look at the favorites, contenders, and longshots I like, and give you my best Heisman prediction at the end of this article!
Here are the current Heisman odds heading into Week 3,...

Baccarat vs. Blackjack: What Game Is Better?
There's only one way to settle the baccarat vs. blackjack debate: by comparing both games! They are very similar on the surface, but the slight differences in gameplay create huge differences in strategy, odds, and more. You need to know them all to decide whether blackjack or baccarat is better for you!
Continue reading for a comparison of the rules, the house edge, strategy, and more!
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Best Casinos for Low Limit Blackjack Online
Low stakes blackjack online is an excellent way to enjoy the thrill of the game without taking unreasonable risks. It also allows you to learn how 21 works and test different strategies with a small investment.
Many internet casinos offer 1 dollar blackjack online or even penny tables, but the value you get is not the same everywhere. I'm here to help you find the best deal for you by sharing ...

Slots Secrets That Will Help You Win More
Are there slot machine secrets that can improve your chances in the casino? You bet! There are many ways to boost your returns that are not obvious, but I’m here to help. I share my top slot secrets in this article to help you extract the most value from every wager.
I have a disclaimer before I start, though. The tricks I reveal in this article won’t necessarily make you a winner, even if the...

What Is Free Bet Blackjack and Is It Better Than Regular 21?
Amid a surge of new blackjack variations over the last two decades, Free Bet Blackjack has gained popularity in Vegas and certain online casinos. But what is Free Bet Blackjack and is it better than the regular 21?
Let’s explore the rules of the game, discuss the pros and cons, and find out whether Free Bet Blackjack odds make the game worth your time!
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Best Progressive Slots Online: Where to Find Insane Jackpots
The best progressive jackpot slots online are the fastest route to life-changing wins! Their prizes consistently climb above a million dollars, making them ideal for players looking for that big hit.
I’ share my favorite online slots with progressive jackpots in this article. They obviously offer huge prizes, but have other advantages like enjoyable themes, cool features, and reasonable RTPs. ...

Kentucky Derby 2025 Odds and Betting Prediction: Will Journalism Win?
The 2025 Kentucky Derby odds for the 151st Run for the Roses are available, clearly showing there’s no obvious favorite this year! That opens the door to interesting betting opportunities, and I’m here to help with my predictions for “The Greatest Two Minutes in Sports”.
Below, check out the latest futures odds, top favorites, longshots, and my 2025 Kentucky Derby betting pick!
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Canelo vs. Scull Odds – Can Scull Pull Off a Massive Upset?
The Canelo vs. Scull odds for Saturday’s undisputed super middleweight title fight suggest that the Mexican won't have any problems. The bookies aren’t giving Scull much of a chance, and neither are fight fans. Can the Cuban produce one of the biggest upsets in boxing history in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia?
I’ll analyze the latest odds of the Mexican’s next match on the quest to the undisputed super ...

Giro d’Italia 2025 Odds, Analysis, and Predictions: Is Roglic the Rider to Beat?
The 2025 Giro d’Italia betting odds suggest a two-way battle between Primos Roglic and Juan Ayuso! I’m sure the rest of the field will be eager to prove the bookies wrong and push the favorites to the limit.
Can an underdog upset the odds? Let’s talk about the two top contenders and other likely challengers before I share my Giro d’Italia predictions for the 2025 winner.
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2025 National Spelling Bee Odds, Prop Bets, and Betting Picks
Betting on the Scripps National Spelling Bee can make the competition even more interesting, and we have various props for 2025. I explore the odds and share my betting predictions in this article.
Keep reading to find out what Spelling Bee prop bets are available and the best wagers for the competition in 2025!
The 2025 Spelling Bee is one of the weirder things to bet on, but wager...

The Most Popular NFL Teams in Canada
Figuring out the most popular NFL teams in Canada was quite a challenge. I had to combine various studies, broadcast data, and merchandise sales reports to figure it out (all listed at the end of this article), but I have my list! The NFL is still more popular than the Canadian Football League north of the border, and the five teams have the most fans in the Great White North.
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