Published Picks & Premium Package Below is a list of my individual premium plays that have been published. Click here for a list of the premium packages that are available for purchase. **IMPORTANT** Note this is not a list of every play I release. I have several late release plays that won’t have packages (members only). You… Read More »
We are a little less than a week away from the 2019 Preakness Stakes. For those of you looking to wager on the big race this weekend, I’ve provided my win/place/show predictions. As well as some analysis to support my selections. This will be the 144th running of the Preakness at Pimlico. The race is… Read More »
We are just a few days away from the 2019 Preakness Stakes. For those of you who don’t know, it’s held at Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore, Maryland. The actual race itself is schedule for 6:18 EST on Saturday, May 18. While the Kentucky Derby is capped at 20 horses, only 14 spots are made… Read More »
The 144th running of the Preakness Stakes is just around the corner. The second leg of the Triple Crown comes just two weeks after the Kentucky Derby. While not quite as big of an event as the Derby, this is a special event. Just not so much this year. That’s because Kentucky Derby winner, Country… Read More »
Thinking about placing a wager on who is going to take home the NBA Finals this year? You have come to the right place. Each year I take a detailed look at the future odds for every team to win the championship. Not only does this page look at who will win it all, I… Read More »
Jump to Odds: World Series AL/NL Pennant Divisional Past Winners Each year we take a detailed look at the Las Vegas odds to win the World Series. We don’t waste any time after the previous season is in the books. We continue to update this page with the latest odds. Each time we update, we… Read More »
The 145th running of the Kentucky Derby is in the books and it brought with it quite a bit of drama. We had the morning line favorite, Omaha Beach, scratch days before the event. Improbable went off as the odds on favorite at 4/1 and while he raced well, his fourth place finish snapped a… Read More »
It is nearly impossible to determine the total amount actually wagered on the NCAA Tournament. Not only do you have to track the legal wagering in Nevada, Delaware, Montana and Oregon. But, you can’t forget the illegal wagering online, through bookies and with friends. Get Jimmy’s Premium Service FREE with his 100% sportsbook match offer! On top of that, there is millions (if not billions) bet with office pools and other… Read More »
The 145th running of the Kentucky Derby is scheduled for Saturday, May 4 at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky. We are just a little over a week away from the big race. For everything that you need to know about betting this race, check out my Kentucky Derby Betting Guide. I’ll also have my win/place/show picks… Read More »
We are less than a week away from the 145th running of the Kentucky Derby. The 2019 “Run for the Roses” is set to take place on Saturday, May 4th. The race takes place at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky. Coverage for will start at 2:30pm ET on NBC. Post time is set for 6:34pm ET.… Read More »
Each Kentucky Derby brings a new set of 3-year-olds to race on the biggest horse racing stage. One constant is the familiar faces on top the backs of these horses. It only makes sense to provide these horses with the best jockeys. These aren’t your typical athletes that you see across other sports. Jockeys are typically very… Read More »
This page is all about providing you a detailed look at the odds to win the Super Bowl. As soon as the previous season is in the books, we turn our attention to the future lines for all 32 teams for the next year. We do our best to keep you informed with the latest… Read More »
The Kentucky Derby is a special event that happens each year at Churchill Downs. Even those that aren’t horse racing fanatics fill inclined to not only watch but wager on this big event. I found myself wondering just how much money was being wagered. What I found was staggering, considering we’re talking about something that lasts a mere… Read More »
It’s time to get out those fancy hats, as we are quickly approaching the 145th running of the Kentucky Derby. It’s the biggest horse racing event of the year and arguably the quickest. There’s a reason it’s referred to as the “Fastest Two Minutes in Sports.” Get a 50% Deposit Bonus up to $1,000 at BetOnline!… Read More »
There are a never ending amount of angles and trends that can be used to breakdown NBA playoffs games. Using these to your advantage can greatly help when handicapping the NBA. I have already shown you the odds on a team up 3-0 closing the deal in Game 4. Now I want to share with you… Read More »
The schedule for the 2019 NFL regular-season was just released and shortly after oddsmakers set the opening lines for Week 1 of the season. Week 1 NFL Vegas Game Lines: Point Spreads & Betting Totals The 2019 season will officially get underway on Thursday, September 5th. It’s the 100th anniversary season, so they decided to… Read More »
The Playoffs is one of the most exciting times of the year. Unlike the regular season when clubs take nights off, every contest matters. In order to win The Finals, teams must eliminate the opposition in the best of seven series. Today I’m going to focus my attention on the rare instances a series goes the distance.… Read More »
We recently took a look at the performance of teams up 2-0 in the playoffs. Now we take the next step and check out how a team does with a 3-0 lead in the postseason. Our focus is simply on their performance against the spread and total in Game 4. However, it’s worth mentioning that no team has come back… Read More »
When it comes to handicapping the NBA, the postseason is whole different beast. There are several different factors that must be accounted when breaking down the odds. One of my favorite strategies for betting the postseason in pro hoops is the Zig Zag Theory. Which looks at how each team responds after a loss in their previous game.… Read More »
With the NBA regular season coming to an end, it’s time to turn our attention to the postseason. The NBA Zig Zag Theory is a popular playoff betting system. It’s a simple strategy for betting the NBA playoffs that has provided consistent profits. The premise is that you wager on the team to cover the… Read More »
With the NBA regular season in the books, the seeding for the NBA Playoffs is set. It’s time to turn up the intensity and find out who will be take home the title in 2019. Beating the books in the regular season is one thing. It’s a whole different animal handicapping the NBA in the postseason.… Read More »
Jump to Current Past Champions Picking the Winner Below are the most recent odds to win the 2020 NCAA Tournament. The most recent numbers will be under the “Now” column. Teams will be ordered based on who has the best chance of cutting down the nets. We will be back to look at the odds… Read More »
We are a little less than a month away from the 2019 NFL Draft. First round action is scheduled for Thursday, April 25 at 8:00 EST. Rounds 2-3 will follow on Friday with rounds 4-7 on Saturday. Trying to project how it will unfold is no easy task and near impossible to get right. A… Read More »
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It’s the same thing every year, but it’s still hard to grasp just how quickly the NCAA Tournament unfolds. Just a week ago we were making our predictions on the field of 68 teams. Now we are down to the Sweet 16 and by this time next week we will know what teams will be… Read More »
Once the field of 68 is announced on Selection Sunday, it’s time to go to work on this year’s bracket. There’s a good chance if you are reading this article, you have filled out a bracket for March Madness. For most of you, it’s something you have done every year since you were a kid. I’ve already… Read More »
EVERYONE fills out brackets, but there are also other pools and contests you can get into to participate in March Madness. Personally, I’ve been doing an individual player fantasy draft for the tourney. It’s a live draft in which we go through and pick individual players. The scoring is based on total points scored by the players on your… Read More »
I’ve taken some time to put together a history of the points spreads for every Final Four matchup and NCAA Championship Game. This data goes back to when the field expanded to 64 teams back in 1985. I’ve included the seeds of each team, the spread and the ATS winner for all games where a line was accessible. We… Read More »
One of things that makes the NCAA Basketball Tournament so special, is the unpredictability of it. You just never know when a a Cinderella story will unfold. It’s why so many can’t wait to fill out their tournament bracket each year. Most of the big upsets come in the early stages of March Madness. These… Read More »
Looking to win your office pool or one of those big contests online? This article is all about helping you pick a perfect bracket this year. I’ve put together several March Madness tips that I’m confident will help you finish near the top. I cover the basic strategies to follow from the start, as well… Read More »
Below you’ll find a comprehensive list of how far each seed has advanced in the NCAA Tournament. We are focusing on the modern era, meaning when the tourney expanded to 64 teams in 1985 on. Look at the Farthest Each of the Top Seeds Has Gone in the NCAA Tournament #1 – 26 National Championship games have… Read More »
Do you want tournament bracket trends that will give you an edge when filling out your bracket this year? Lucky for you I’ve done the research so you don’t have to. I’m sure you know to have a No. 12 picked to beat a No. 5 in your bracket. I’m sure my upset predictions will have one or… Read More »
Jump to: First Round Second Round Sweet 16 Elite Eight Final Four Championship Last year’s NCAA Tournament field featured two mid-major team that received a high seed (1-4). That was Gonzaga out of the West Coast Conference (WCC) and Wichita State out of the American Athletic both were seeded as a No. 4. It was… Read More »
The field has been set and there’s just a few days to get your picks in before the games start. If you are a picker who is struggling with filling out your bracket, I’m here to help. Not only am I one of the best predictors around, but each year I give out my expert recommendations on the… Read More »
The field of 68 for the 2019 men’s NCAA Basketball Tournament has been set. If you are looking for a blank bracket to print out to keep track of your picks, just click on the button below. The file is in PDF format. Head to Adobe for a free PDF reader if you don’t have… Read More »
There are many different strategies to winning an NCAA Tournament bracket pool. But, no one strategy covers everyone in every situation. The strategy you’ll see leading up to the tourney is on situational and historical statistics. Strategy to Help You Win NCAA Tournament Bracket Pools & Contests For example, you should generally take teams that are favored by the… Read More »
The 2019 MLB regular season will be here before you know it. That means it’s time to take a serious look at the future odds. The odds to win the World Series is the most talked about future bet leading up to the new season. However, it’s not the only one worth paying attention to. Get… Read More »
The start of the 2019 MLB regular season is just around the corner. Now is the time to get in your future bets for the upcoming year. The focus for this article will be on the Cy Young award, but there’s other betting options out there. One that goes right along with this one, is… Read More »
Spring is just around the corner and with that means we are inching closer to Opening Day. The 2019 MLB regular-season will officially kickoff on Thursday, March 28, which is the earliest start date in league history (not including international openers). Typically we would make our predictions a lot earlier in the offseason, but there… Read More »
We are closing in on the end of the 2018-19 college basketball regular season. I wanted to share with you three profitable systems for handicapping conference tournament games. March Madness is a great time of year for NCAA basketball fans. If you are a situational handicapper it can be a great time to make money with your bets… Read More »
The NCAA Tournament field has finally been set for the 2016-17 season. This is the most exciting times of year. More than 40 million Americans fill out over 70 million brackets. That is a lot of competition. Our goal here is to help you be better than average. We want to help you fill out more… Read More »
Whether you are a college basketball fanatic or not, chances are you will take a stab at filling out a bracket. Once the field of 68 is announced for the upcoming NCAA Tournament, it’s time to go to work. You only have three days after Selection Sunday to analyze the matchups and figure out who will… Read More »
Stay up to date with all the conference tournament action over the next two weeks. We have a complete rundown of each conference with the schedule, past champions and odds to win it this year. If an underdog in a major conference wins, it can have significant effects on our bracketology. Be sure to check… Read More »
There’s no better time of year than March for betting college basketball. Are going to be betting on conference tournaments or any of the postseason tournaments? Do yourself a favor and read this article before it’s too late. Get Jimmy’s Premium Service FREE with his 100% sportsbook match offer! There are ton of factors that go… Read More »
After the All-Star Break, how motivated will NBA players be in their first games back? Defense is about effort and motivation. Where there is a lack of motivation, there are typically higher scores. Nowhere is this more apparent than the All-Star game itself, but there are regular season situations where defensive energy is low as well.… Read More »
For the uninitiated, betting on the money line simply means betting on which team you think will win the game. The money line is adjusted based on the spread to help books mitigate risk. For example, a favorite of four points in the NBA might have a money line of around -184. This means you would… Read More »
The Super Bowl MVP Award is given to the most valuable player in the championship game. It’s an honor unlike any other and can turn a regular player into a super star. At the bottom of this article is a full table that list every MVP winner in Super Bowl History. I also take a… Read More »
The ultimate goal for almost every player in the NFL is to win a Super Bowl. It’s no different for the head coaches. It’s an equally challenging feat. Especially with how short of a leash these guys are on now a days. This table takes a look at the head coaches that have guided their team… Read More »
The table below lists the point spreads for every Super Bowl since the game’s inception in 1966-67 when the Packers were 17 point favorites over the underdog Kansas City Chiefs. Before we get to the complete list, let’s look at some interesting facts about the history of Las Vegas odds in the game: Biggest Point… Read More »
The success of an NFL franchise is measured on a lot of things. None more so than the number of times they have won it all. This article takes a closer look at what teams have owned the record books. Top Six NFL Teams with the Most Championships in Super Bowl History Below is a… Read More »
The 2019 NBA All-Star weekend is just around the corner. This year’s action will take place at the Spectrum Center, home of the Charlotte Hornets. It’s just the second time that Charlotte has served as the host. The previous was way back in 1991 when they played at the Charlotte Coliseum. Below is a detailed… Read More »
The Super Bowl brings in a lot of betting action across the globe. The Nevada Gaming Commission reports the total amount of wagers taken on the Super Bowl at the state’s sportsbooks each year. Here’s a hint, it’s nearly as much as the amount wagered for the entire NCAA tournament. This is the most accurate way to track… Read More »
Super Bowl 53 is in the books. New England won a defensive battle 13-3. The Patriots led 3-0 at the half. The Rams tied the game at 3-3, but New England took control with 2-yard touchdown run by Sony Michel in the 4th quarter. That’s Super Bowl win number six for the future Hall of… Read More »
It’s hard to believe that the ticket price to go to the first Super Bowl was a mere $6. That’s certainly not the case anymore. Ticket prices reached historic levels in 2015 when the Patriots faced the Seahawks. The average ticket to see that game was roughly $4,314. Absolutely crushing the previous year average price… Read More »
The Super Bowl has become a larger than life event. When the New England Patriots face off against the Los Angeles Rams in Super Bowl LIII all eyes will be on the big game. Most will be tuned in to see who wins on the field. As you know, that’s not all that’s worth watching.… Read More »
Chances are you’ve heard about people betting on Super Bowl props. These prop wagers are becoming more and more popular each year. Sportsbooks know people love to bet on the big game any way they can. They certainly don’t disappoint, as there’s a ridiculous amount of prop bets. Just looking for a list of the… Read More »
Heading out to Sin City for the big game? You might be asking is where to watch the Super Bowl in Las Vegas? This will be one of the busier weekends in the city, so make sure you get a plan established early. The first thing that most visitors think of are the sportsbooks on… Read More »
For a third straight year the New England Patriots will be representing the AFC in the Super Bowl. This time it will be against the Los Angeles Rams, who have sky-rocketed to the top of the league. Kickoff for Super Bowl 53 is set for 6:30 EST. The game will be held at Mercedes Benz… Read More »
Most people don’t have the luxury of making the trip to the big game. Those that can’t go will attend a party or hit up the local bars to watch the last NFL game of the season. Not a bad alternative, especially if you are involved in a pool of some kind. We’ve included our favorites… Read More »
There’s all different kind of ways to bet on the Super Bowl. Sure, the most popular ways are to make a wager on the side or total. A lot of money will also come in on prop wagers. One of the more popular prop bets is the odds to win the Super Bowl MVP. I’ve… Read More »
When the Atlanta Falcons finished the season 7-9 and out of the playoff picture, we were assured the Super Bowl curse for the host city will not be broken in 2019. Atlanta had a chance to become the first team to play in the Super Bowl the year they were selected to host the big… Read More »
The NFL is a quarterback driven league. No player’s performance has a bigger impact on whether they make it to the Super Bowl or not. For the most part, elite signal callers tend to run the show. However, we have seen multiple game-managers find their way into the big game. The big difference between those… Read More »
There’s been plenty of amazing moments in Super Bowl history. Instead of dwelling on those, I want to focus in on the not so good performances. I’ve compiled what I believe to be some of the worst Super Bowl chokes. The list is compiled of both teams and players who failed on the biggest stage… Read More »
Super Bowl Sunday isn’t just about watching the biggest game of the year. It’s about having fun with family and friends. It’s never too early to start preparing, especially if you are planning on hosting. For you hosts out there, I’ve cooked up a few party games to take note of. After all, you need… Read More »
As we look forward to this year’s Super Bowl, I wanted to look back at some of the biggest upsets in NFL history. The list was complied mostly from games where teams won outright as huge underdogs. However, that’s not all we looked at. We also took into account teams not expected to win that… Read More »
The Super Bowl ring is the most recognizable ring in the world of sports championship jewelry. From the time every football player steps into the NFL, winning the Super Bowl is the ultimate goal. Once they get that ring, it solidifies their dreams. Few people ever have the opportunity to earn one of these collectibles.… Read More »
It’s time to talk about some Super Bowl fun facts. Only thing is these types of rumors aren’t verified and need to be taken with a little tongue in cheek. List of Fun Facts & Information Regarding the Super Bowl Flushing You and everybody else is glued to the television set watching the big game and… Read More »
Regular season handicapping and Super Bowl handicapping are not the same thing. The Super Bowl is the main event on the betting calendar. With that comes its own exclusive set of betting guidelines. Let’s take a look at what makes the Super Bowl so different. Super Bowl Handicapping Tips & Expert Betting Angles Fatigue Both… Read More »
The Kansas City Chiefs are set to host the New England Patriots this Sunday in the AFC Championship Game. Kickoff is set for 6:40 EST at Arrowhead Stadium and will be televised nationally on CBS. Oddsmakers currently have the Chiefs listed as a 3-point home favorite with the total set at 57 points. Click on… Read More »
The New Orleans Saints will host the Los Angeles Rams in the NFC Championship Game this Sunday. Kickoff is set for 3:05 EST at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome and will be televised nationally on FOX. Oddsmakers currently have the Saints listed as a 3.5-point home favorite with the total set at 57 points. Click here for… Read More »
The Philadelphia Eagles (9-7) travel to Louisiana this weekend to face the New Orleans Saints (13-3) in Sunday’s Divisional Round finale. Kickoff is set for 4:35 EST at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome and will be televised nationally on FOX. Oddsmakers currently have the Saints listed as a 8-point home favorite with the total set for 51.5… Read More »
The New England Patriots (11-5) are set to host the Los Angeles Chargers (12-4) in Sunday’s Divisional Round double-header. Kickoff is set for 1:05 EST at Gillette Stadium and will be televised nationally on CBS. Oddsmakers currently have the Patriots listed as a 3.5-point home favorite with the total set for 47.5 points. Get a… Read More »
Since the 2002 expansion and reorganization, the playoffs have consisted of the four division winners and two Wild Card teams from each conference. In order to make the six-team bracket work, the NFL awarded the top two division winners from each conference a first round bye, leaving the other two division champs to host the… Read More »
I know not everyone is familiar with moneyline betting. Taking a team on the moneyline means you are wagering on a team to win the game outright. The money lines are adjusted based on who is more likely to win the game (based on the point spread). Let’s use an example. A 4-point favorite in NCAA basketball might be listed… Read More »
There’s always a ton of excitement leading up to what is known as Championship Sunday in the NFL. Only four teams are left standing and the goal of reaching the Super Bowl is just one win away. It doesn’t matter if your team is in the mix or not. This is one afternoon of football… Read More »
Each week of the season I’ll be providing readers with what is know as my best NFL Teaser Pick of the Week (below). Jimmy has profited on these bets four of the last six years. I’m now 53-43 with a profit of +330 units since we started this up back in 2012. I will either provide… Read More »
We go into each college football season trying to figure out what teams are title contenders. We also like to predict which players will be in the running for the Heisman Trophy. Trying to figure out which player is going to emerge is no easy task. The obvious thing we do is focus on the… Read More »
Jump to Current Lines Past Champions Preseason Futures Title Game Line History This page is your one stop for the latest odds to win the 2017-18 NCAA Football Championship. We start tracking the odds for the next season right after the conclusion of the title game. We will continue to update the lines throughout the… Read More »
The Los Angeles Rams (13-3) are set to host the Callas Cowboys (10-6) in Saturday’s Divisional Round double-header. Kickoff is set for 8:15 EST at LA Memorial Coliseum and will be televised nationally on FOX. Oddsmakers currently have the Rams listed as a 7-point home favorite with the total set for 49 points. Sign up… Read More »
The Kansas City Chiefs (12-4) will host the Indianapolis Colts (10-6) in the first of four Division Round matchups this weekend. Kickoff is set for 4:35 EST on Saturday at Arrowhead Stadium and will be televised nationally on NBC. Oddsmakers currently have the Chiefs listed as a 5-point home favorite with the total way up… Read More »
The Chicago Bears (12-4) will host the Philadelphia Eagles (9-7) on Sunday afternoon in the finale of Wild Card weekend. Kickoff is set for 4:30 EST at Soldier Field and will be televised nationally on NBC. Oddsmakers opened up this game with the Bears as a 6.5-point home favorite. That line has stayed the same… Read More »
The Houston Texans (11-5) will host the Indianapolis Colts (10-6) in the opener of Saturday’s Wild Card double-header. Kickoff is set for 4:35 EST at NRG Stadium and will be televised nationally on ESPN and ABC. Oddsmakers opened up this game with the Texans as a 1-point home favorite. That line has stayed the same… Read More »
The No. 1 Alabama Crimson Tide (14-0) will take on a familiar foe in the No. 2 Clemson Tigers (14-0) for the 2018-19 National Championship. It’s the fourth straight year these two programs have met in the college football playoffs and the third time during this stretch that they will be playing for the title.… Read More »
The Baltimore Ravens (10-6) will host the Los Angeles Chargers (12-4) in the opener of Sunday’s Wild Card double-header. Kickoff is set for 1:05 EST at M&T Bank Stadium and will be televised nationally on CBS. Oddsmakers opened up this game with the Ravens at -3, but it’s been trending towards Los Angeles. Several books… Read More »
The Dallas Cowboys (10-6) will host the Seattle Seahawks (10-6) in the second game of Saturday’s Wild Card double-header. Kickoff is set for 8:15 EST at AT&T Stadium and will be televised nationally on FOX. Oddsmakers opened up this game with the Cowboys as a 2.5-point favorite, but it’s dropped even closer to a pick’em.… Read More »
One of the interesting things that comes up in the NFL playoffs, is two teams from the same division playing each other for a third time. I decided now was a great time to take a look at how these third division matchups have fared over the years. I’ve broken down several different circumstances that… Read More »