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2025 NFL Week 16 Betting Preview: Odds, Lines, and Best Bets
The NFL Week 16 odds and betting lines suggest we’ll have plenty of close matchups for football fans and bettors to enjoy. With only three games remaining, every play matters for teams competing for a postseason spot.
Let’s see what the bookies expect and analyze each game, before I share my NFL Week 16 best bets.
See the latest odds for NFL Week 16 in the table below, courtesy of Bovada....
Best NHL Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions for Today, December 18
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 18:
You can find the reasoning for our recommended NHL goal scorer picks in the next section. Also, read be...
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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CFP National Championship 2025-26 Odds: Who Will Stop the Buckeyes?
With the conference championships now concluded and attention shifting to the playoffs, the 2025-26 College Football Championship odds show no clear betting favorite. 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...
NFL Survivor Picks This Week: Safest and Riskiest Predictions for Week 16
Finding the right NFL Survivor picks every week to win your pool can be difficult. Our team is here to help by providing three suggestions: safe, medium, and risky Survivor Pool picks, so you can decide if the time to take a gamble is right.
Without further ado, let’s move on to the best survivor picks for Week 16 of the 2025-26 season. We provide a summary first, and our reasoning below that....
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.
The following Gir...
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.
It should be not...
NHL Teams and Players with Most Fights This Season: Who Wins Most Often?
Fighting in the NHL has decreased over the last two decades, but there are still many players who aren’t scared to drop the gloves and scrap. Detractors argue it should be banned due to the risk of concussions, but fighting remains a fixture in the game of ice hockey.
Which teams and players are fighting the most these days? Below, we have compiled the latest NHL fights data for each team in t...
2025 London Marathon Betting Preview: Favorites, Route, & Predictions
Getting your London Marathon 2025 prediction right will be a challenge since multiple top athletes will try their luck this year!
From Eliud Kipchoge’s quest for a fifth London title to Tigst Assefa’s push for her first, and rising stars like Jacob Kiplimo eyeing breakthrough victories, the 2025 edition promises fireworks.
In this guide, we’ll walk you through the route, break down the top ...
Best MLB Betting Systems to Improve Your Baseball Wagers
There are many MLB baseball betting systems, but only a few of them actually work. The good news is that compiling a well-executed system for MLB can result in huge profits!
MLB betting systems are the hallmark of a successful strategy on the baseball field. Due to a huge 162-game season and data set, implementing a system can yield the best outcome for bettors rather than sports with a limite...
Canada Federal Election 2025 Odds: Carney Completes Liberal Comeback?
The 2025 Canada federal election odds are forecasting a massive win for the Conservatives. Justin Trudeau and the Liberal Party have been in power since 2015, but confidence has eroded in Trudeau, who has since stepped down as the party leader.
That has led to a considerable push by Pierre Poilievre and the Conservative Party, and they were massive favorites heading into 2025. However, Mark Ca...
What Is the Dragon Bonus in Baccarat?
The baccarat dragon bonus is one of the most exciting wagers in any table game. This side option can offer rewards of over 30 times your stake, almost adding a jackpot twist to your baccarat experience!
Keep reading to get a closer look at what the dragon bonus baccarat bet is all about, to get key strategies on how to play it, and tips on how to improve your results. At the end, we also share...
Top Casinos for Online Slot Tournaments
The best slot tournaments online offer excellent opportunities to earn extra cash while playing your favorite games. The casinos offer you the chance to face other players and win money, bonuses, and other prizes if you win.
I've compiled a list of the top online casinos for slot tournaments available to US players, in case you want to try your luck! Some of them offer free slot tournaments, ...
