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TNF Week 17 Betting Preview: Christmas Day Predictions, Props, Parlays
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.
In a special Christmas Day edition of Thursday Night Football, three matchups highlight the calendar. It’s a full day of action, and we have picks for every game on the h...
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 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....
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...
Best Movies About Gambling on Netflix: Time to Roll the Dice!
The best gambling movies on Netflix feature major casino heists, inside looks at sports betting, and loads of drama. You can find hours of entertainment in the genre, and I'm here to share my top picks. I've got some documentaries, action-comedies, and even a zombie casino film with Dave Bautista (you read that right)!
Let's discuss the top movies about gambling currently available on Netflix...
The Basketball Tournament 2025: TBT Winner Betting Odds and Predictions
Who will win The Basketball Tournament 2025 and grab the $1 million? The latest TBT odds suggest it's going to be a very close finale of the event, so I'm here to analyze the teams and share my predictions!
Let's explore the latest betting odds on the TBT 2025 winner first.
The Basketball Tournament Winner 2025 Odds
Here are TBT winner odds, courtesy of Bovada:
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Free KBO Predictions: Korean Baseball Best Bets July 31, 2025
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 baseball to accurately pick games, so we’re doing the homework for you.
Along with our KBO League picks, we’ve provided reasoning for each of our betting predictions below. We deliver our daily selections around 12-18 hours before the games, so you ha...
What is Surrender in Blackjack and When to Do It?
The blackjack surrender option can reduce the house edge when used correctly by giving players an out if their hand is too weak to pursue. However, knowing when and how to use the surrender option can take some practice.
In this guide, I will explain how surrender works in blackjack, when to use it, and demonstrate the pros and cons of this feature.
What is Surrender in Blackjack?
Surre...
Free KBO Predictions: Korean Baseball Best Bets July 30, 2025
We’re here to help with free, expert picks on The Korean Baseball Organization. KBO 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 baseball to accurately pick games, so we’re doing the homew...
Best Gladiator Slots Online: Ave Imperator, Morituri te Salutant!
The best gladiator slots online recreate the thrill of Ancient Roman arenas! Gladiators risked life and limb to entertain the people of Rome. You can enjoy all the excitement of their fierce battles by playing gladiator-themed slots, so I'm here with my top titles in this genre.
These slots are also far less deadly than the ancient games that inspired them! Let’s begin with an overview of the ...
How Much Do NFL Personnel Make Compared to Patrick Mahomes?
Patrick Mahomes’ eye-watering 10-year, $450 million contract from 2020 remains the largest deal ever inked in the NFL. With bonuses and incentives, the star quarterback can make over half a billion dollars during his tenure in Kansas City.
In March 2024, Mahomes and the Chiefs restructured his contract to save the organization $21.6 million in cap relief. The three-time Super Bowl champ will e...
Free KBO Predictions: Korean Baseball Best Bets for July 29
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 ...
WWE SummerSlam 2025 Betting Odds and Predictions: John Cena to Stun Cody Rhodes?
There are WWE SummerSlam 2025 odds available for most matches on the card, so it’s time to explore them! The card at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey is shaping up to be a thriller, so let’s dive into the latest markets.
We have 2025 SummerSlam predictions for every match for the big PPV on Peacock and Netflix. Continue reading to check out the latest odds, analysis, and my SummerSlam best bets f...
NFL Hall of Fame Game 2025 Odds and Predictions: Chargers vs. Lions
To celebrate the start of the preseason, the 2025 NFL Hall of Fame odds are on the board for the first matchup of the year! In the exhibition opener, the Los Angeles Chargers and Detroit Lions kick off at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium.
Although starters won’t play much, bettors can take advantage of solid value in the Chargers and Lions matchup. Let’s explore the latest betting odds and ana...
